Overview

• Italy's Gianluigi Donnarumma has a strong record in penalty shootouts, giving Italy an edge in the knockout stage.
• Switzerland's solid defense, led by Manuel Akanji, aims to counter Italy's possession-heavy play.
• Germany's mix of young stars and effective substitutes has contributed to their strong performance so far.
• France and England, despite early struggles, remain among the favorites to win the tournament.
• Austria and Switzerland are emerging as potential dark horses in the competition.