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U21 | Italy 6-2 Poland: Audacious Ndour secures European ticket

Italy marched their way confidently into the European Under-21 Championship after crushing Poland 6-2, including…

Published: Monday, 5 October 2026 at 6:07 PM
U21 | Italy 6-2 Poland: Audacious Ndour secures European ticket
Key Things to Know
  • Italy Under-21 qualified for the European Championship with a 6-2 victory against Poland.
  • The Azzurrini required a two-goal margin to overturn their head-to-head deficit and win the group.
  • Cher Ndour scored two goals, including an audacious strike from inside his own half.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Italy Under-21 secured qualification for the European Under-21 Championship by defeating Poland 6-2 in Pescara. Needing a win by at least two clear goals to overturn their head-to-head deficit and claim top spot in the group, the Azzurrini delivered a dominant performance. Cher Ndour highlighted the victory by scoring twice, including an audacious long-range lob from inside his own half.

Luca Koleosho opened the scoring for Italy before Ndour doubled the lead in the first half. Second-half goals from Luca Lipani, Seydou Fini, and Luigi Cherubini sealed the rout, while Daniel Mikolajewski and Jakub Zewlakow scored for Poland. The players celebrated with coach Silvio Baldini on the touchline following the victory.

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