Croatia Edge Albania 2-1 in Heated Euro 2024 Clash

Dramatic Finish in Zagreb

Albania nearly snatch draw in dying moments

Croatia secured a narrow 2-1 victory over Albania in a thrilling encounter in Zagreb on Wednesday night, as Euro 2024 action resumed. The match had a dramatic finish, with Albania coming close to equalizing in the dying moments.

Albania began the match brightly, but it was Croatia who took the lead in the 35th minute through a well-worked team goal. However, Albania responded well and managed to level the score just before half-time through a stunning strike from Sokol Cikalleshi.

The second half was a tense affair, with both teams creating chances but failing to find a breakthrough. As the game entered its final stages, Albania threw everything forward in search of a winner. And in the 90th minute, they nearly snatched a dramatic equalizer, but Myrto Uzuni's effort narrowly missed the target.

Croatia held on for the win, which gives them a vital three points in Group B. Albania, meanwhile, will be disappointed not to have taken at least a point from the game, but they can take heart from their spirited performance.