On Saturday the last nine 2016 European Championship qualifying matches were played. In Group H in Italy, they secured a spot in next year's European Championship. The Italians led by Antonio Conte defeated Azerbaijan footballers 1-3. A crucial victory in their group was also achieved by the Norwegians, who beat Malta 2-0. This victory was eagerly awaited by Croatia, as their chances of reaching the second place became difficult. In another Group A, the Netherlands national team defeated Kazakhstan 1-2, but they will not move higher than third place. The leaders of this group were also matched by the neighbors Latvia, but they will not overtake France either. Wales and Belgium national teams also advanced to the next stage, leaving behind Bosnia and Herzegovina. The latter team defeated Wales, but they will not move higher than third place. All results: Azerbaijan 1 - 3 Italy Iceland 2 - 2 Latvia Kazakhstan 1 - 2 Netherlands Norway 2 - 0 Malta Andorra 1 - 4 Belgium Bosnia and Herzegovina 2 - 0 Wales Croatia 3 - 0 Bulgaria Czech Republic 0 - 2 Turkey Israel 1 - 2 Cyprus
