Denmark vs. Italy: Score, Grades and Post-Match Reaction

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Published: October 11, 2013

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Italy scraped a 2-2 draw in Copenhagen in a thrilling encounter against Denmark.

Alberto Aquilani deflected Pablo Osvaldo's angled drive past the helpless Stephan Andersen to leave the race for the play-off place and runner-up spot in group B wide open.

Denmark are level with Bulgaria on 13 points, while the Czech Republic and Armenia are just a further point away with one game remaining.

Italy had qualified as group winners before tonight, leading to Cesare Prandelli fielding a somewhat experimental line-up.

Regardless, the Azzurri took the lead through Southampton striker Osvaldo, who scampered on to a Thiago Motta pass before clipping the ball into the back of the net with real confidence.

Here's the goal Osvaldo scored for Italy against Denmark tonight. http://t.co/FTs7a5CVTp #saintsfc

— Southampton Saints (@SaintsRelated) October 11, 2013 The Argentine-born striker certainly impressed in the absence of Mario Balotelli and although the Milan striker is undroppable, Osvaldo's impact may force Cesare Prandelli to consider using two forwards.

Denmark reacted brilliantly, however, led by Nicklas Bendtner, who put in a storming performance that might alert European clubs given his lack of action for Arsenal.

Bendtner struck on the stroke of half-time to level matters with a powerful header at the back post from a Michael Krohn-Delhi cross.

The 25-year-old leapt high above Federico Balzaretti, powering a header into the ground that bounced into the roof of the net and past a despairing Gianluigi Buffon.

The game was bubbling and it well and truly boiled over in the second half with Italy admirably playing their part and honouring the other teams in the group.

Parken Stadium appeared to be hosting a basketball game rather than a football match, as both sides began to create openings with every attack.

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