Italy’s Italbeach Advances to Final Against Spain

This post recaps Italy’s convincing beach soccer victory over Ukraine that earned Italbeach a spot in the European Championship final. It explains the key moments that decided the match and connects the drama on sand to the sun-drenched shores of the Italian Riviera where beach culture truly comes alive.

The match: how Italy sealed a 4-1 semifinal win

Azzurri fans saw a display of both physical power and technical finesse at the Matteo Valenti Beach Stadium. Italy dominated from the opening whistle.

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Despite several early strikes that rattled the woodwork, Italy took control. They converted pressure into goals across the three periods.

Key moments that swung the game

The Italian rhythm never let up. Defensive recoveries turned into incisive attacks, and set-piece mastery proved decisive.

Below are the plays that mattered most:

First period: Italy had several chances — an overhead attempt from Josep Junior and fierce shots from Sassari and Alla — but the woodwork kept the scoreline tight at 1-0.

Second period breakthrough: Sassari opened the scoring with a precise left-footed strike after a brilliant recovery and assist from Fazzini.

Double from set plays: Josep Junior put away a low set-piece to make it 2-0 and later sealed the win from another dead ball, underlining Italy’s superiority in rehearsed situations.

Ukraine response and Italy’s reply: Maksymets headed one back for Ukraine, but Sassari’s volley restored Italy’s control and pushed the match beyond doubt.

Final score: Italy won 4-1 and advanced to face Spain in the European final after Spain’s emphatic 6-1 victory over Belarus.

What this win means for Italian beach soccer

This result is more than a single victory; it’s a statement about Italy’s development in beach soccer. The team’s tactical awareness, physical conditioning and set-piece efficiency show a program maturing into a true continental contender.

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Women’s team: a compact reminder of depth

Italy’s women also left their mark, finishing fifth with a narrow 5-4 win over Switzerland. Goals from Illiano, Ciccarelli and Veglio underscored the breadth of Italian talent and the sport’s growing prominence among women across the country.

From stadium sand to Riviera sand: why this sport belongs on Italy’s coast

As someone who’s spent 30 years exploring Italy’s beaches and coastal towns, I can tell you beach soccer and the Italian Riviera are a natural fit.

The same bays that host festivals and sunsets are ideal arenas for the sport’s energy and drama.

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If you’re planning a trip to see beach soccer or just to soak up coastal charm, consider these Riviera highlights:

Genoa

Portofino

Santa Margherita Ligure

Rapallo

Camogli

Sestri Levante

Monterosso al Mare

Vernazza

Riomaggiore

La Spezia

Sanremo

Imperia

Each town offers a different rhythm: Genoa’s historic harbor, Portofino’s glossy jet-set charm, Camogli’s pebble-front promenades, and the Cinque Terre jewels—Monterosso, Vernazza and Riomaggiore—where small beaches meet dramatic cliffs.

For matchday atmosphere, seaside promenades in Sanremo or Alassio become lively stages for fans celebrating the sport.

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