'How we conquered Wembley': Italian press reacts to Euro 2020 win as England laments 'heartbreaking' loss

Italians celebrated the title as a new beginning not only for their youthful national team but for a country that’s been yearning to return to normalcy after being hit hard and long by the coronavirus pandemic.

The Italian media Monday celebrates the Azzurri's Euro 2020 triumph

Italy had fans on edge during several games of the European Championship tournament, but no match was more nailbiting than the final against England at Wembley.

The anxiety descended after England caught Italy off-guard with a brilliant goal soon after kick-off. But then fear turned into exuberant celebrations across the country after Italy secured victory, lifting the European Championship trophy for the first time since 1968.