The result ended Spain's 14-game unbeaten streak at the European Championship over two tournaments. Spain will face the Italians at the Stade de France in Saint-Denis on Monday " a repeat of the 2012 final that Spain won 4-0. "It's better to lose now than on Monday (against Italy)," Spain striker Manuel "Nolito" Agudo said. It also ended the team's run of seven straight games without conceding a goal. BORDEAUX, France (AP) " Spain's 12-year unbeaten run at the European Championship ended when Croatia rallied for a stunning 2-1 win on Tuesday, sending the two-time champions into an intense, high-profile knockout match against Italy in the round of 16.

Source: New Zealand Herald June 21, 2016 21:26 UTC