In the opening stages of the encounter, we witnessed an enthralling moment as Pedri unleashed a powerful header towards the goal. However, the acrobatic reflexes of Italy’s custodian Donnarumma thwarted the attempt, denying Spain an early breakthrough. Despite this promising opening, the visitors were unable to capitalize on the opportunity.

Shortly after, Morata delivered a delightful cross, providing his teammate Nico Williams with a golden chance to break the deadlock. The header, however, agonizingly missed the target by a whisker. Such near-misses must have left the Spanish players feeling a sense of anguish, as they had managed to create dangerous openings but failed to convert them into tangible rewards.

As the half progressed, Fabian Ruiz showcased his remarkable striking ability with a thunderous long-range effort. The ball was struck with such venom that it seemed destined for the back of the net, yet once again, the agile Donnarumma proved equal to the task, producing a stunning save. The AC Milan goalkeeper’s exceptional concentration and reflexes have rendered the Spanish attacking attempts fruitless thus far.

As the first half drew to a close, the scoreline remained locked at 0-0 between Spain and Italy. This stalemate comes as a surprise, given Spain’s perceived superiority in terms of squad depth and quality. However, the visitors have thus far been unable to penetrate the resolute defensive organization of their opponents. The second half promises to be an intriguing affair, as the two teams look to break the deadlock and gain the upper hand.