Italy will give a serious rebuff of Spain
Italy will give a serious rebuff of Spain
Spain's chances of winning a third consecutive European title diminished after the team finished second in their group. Losing in the final match of Croatia detachments of Spaniards second position and clash with Italy in the second round.
The majority of the experts underestimated the team of Italy after qualifying and they expected to experience serious difficulties Tournament in France after it fell in heavy group with Belgium, Northern Ireland and Sweden.
However, the defeat of the Azzurri in the first two matches against Belgium and Sweden have appointed a team led by Antonio Conte first position.
Conte did a great job in the team, although there is no available large number of star players. He even let players like Sebastian Giovinco and Andrea Pirlo out of the squad for Euro 2016, but in contrast, build a team that all of Boots can be proud of.
The match against two-time winner of Spain does not seem to bother players Conte, most of whom are very experienced and mumbo and boiling in such meetings at the highest level.
Spain are European champions but they tend to be difficult against teams who stand firmly in defense and play in a 3-5-2, which is the choice of Conte for Euro 2016.
Spain have excellent players, but stubborn and durable protection Azzurri will give a serious rebuff of Álvaro Morata, David Silva and Noli. Whether this will be enough for the Italians to reach the quarterfinals, to be seen.