Italy U17 Women made it two wins from two with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Croatia Women U17 in UEFA European U17 Women's Championship qualifying on October 26, 2025. The win solidified Italy's position at the top of their group, though they were pushed all the way by a determined Croatian side. Italy took the lead in the first half, but Croatia equalized early in the second period to set up a tense finale. The Italian team showed great character to respond, scoring the winner with about fifteen minutes remaining and then holding on under late pressure. The match was a tight, competitive affair that highlighted the quality of both teams. The six points from two games put Italy in a commanding position to qualify, while Croatia faced an uphill battle after two defeats. The Italian manager praised his team's resilience, a key trait for successful tournament football.