Italy U17 reclaimed their status as group favorites with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Ukraine U17 in a pivotal UEFA European U17 Championship qualifier on October 7, 2025. This result effectively decided the top of the group, sending Italy through to the next round while ending Ukraine's hopes. In a tense and closely fought match, Italy's superior technical quality eventually told, as they took the lead with a well-worked team goal. Ukraine, as they have shown throughout, fought back bravely to equalize, setting up a grandstand finish. However, Italy found a late winner, likely from a set-piece or a moment of individual brilliance, to secure the three points. The victory confirms Italy's progression from the group, while Ukraine's valiant campaign ends just short of the qualification mark.