Euro 2020 Archives - Page 2 of 14

How Mancini Revived a Fallen Nation: Five Key Aspects Behind Italy’s Triumph

July 12, 2021 Michel Sakr Euro 2020, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A

The 13th of November 2017 - the Italian national team hit rock bottom after failing to advance to the World Cup following a playoff defeat at the hands of Sweden. Less than four years later, Roberto Mancini led Italy towards its most spectacular triumph since 2006, after emerging victorious in front of a shell-shocked English crowd at the infamous Wembley stadium.

Donnarumma MVP, Juventus Leader in Scoring and Few Euro Records

July 12, 2021 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Euro 2020, Italy, Juventus, Serie A

Gianluigi Donnarumma was named the best player of the Euro right after the game. Juventus got another goal in the final and they were the most prolific team of the Euro with 12 collective goals. The Bianconeri and Atalanta were the only teams in history to have five different scorers during the course of the competition. Cristiano Ronaldo took home the Golden Shoe and broke away from Michel Platini in the all-time scoring chart.

Italy – England Player Ratings: Donnarumma, a National Hero!

July 11, 2021 Michel Sakr England, Euro 2020, Italian Football, Italy, Player Ratings, Serie A

England took lead as early as the second minute through Shaw in front of their home crowd at Wembley. Nonetheless, the Azzurri managed to find their way back in the second half thanks to Bonucci's equalizer, and eventually won the penalty shootouts as Donnarumma saved the last two spot kicks. So here are our player ratings for the final between Italy and England.

Leonardo Bonucci Takes Dig at England Following Euro 2020 Final

July 11, 2021 Marko Vrakela England, Euro 2020, Italy

One of Italy's heroes at Wembley, Leonardo Bonucci, couldn't control emotions following a penalty shoot-out triumph over England in the Euro 2020 grand final. The Juventus centre-back took one of the side-pitch cameras and screamed "It's coming to Rome," alluding to the Three Lions' "It's coming home" chant.

Roberto Mancini Overwhelmed by Emotions Following Euro 2020 Triumph

July 11, 2021 Marko Vrakela England, Euro 2020, Italy

Roberto Mancini has let emotions get the best of him after guiding Italy to an astonishing, albeit unexpected Euro 2020 success. Gli Azzurri prevailed in a nerve-shredding penalty shoot-out duel against England at Wembley to wrap up their first continental trophy since 1968.

A Mancini Masterpiece! Italy Conquer Wembley to Clinch Euro 2020 Throne

July 11, 2021 Matteo Carnevale Azzurri Triumph, England, Euro 2020, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, The Azzurri

"It's coming to Rome!!!" - Leonardo Bonucci's wild shout into a TV camera as tension unfolded and celebration kicked off was the sum up of the Azzurri's dream night. They did it. Italy beat England on penalties, conquering their Wembley fort at the end of an exhausting 120-minute battle to come out of Euro 2020 as winners.

The Top 10 Euro 2020 Moments Involving Serie A Players

July 11, 2021 Michel Sakr Azzurri Triumph, Euro 2020, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Italy, Juventus, Serie A, Top 10

Euro 2020 has been described by many observers as one of the most exciting international tournaments ever held, and luckily for calcio fanatics, some of their favorite Serie A stars were at the center of the action. But before the competition closes its curtains, let's look back at the Top 10 crazy moments which included players who ply their trade in the Italian league.

Roberto Mancini Gives His Verdict on Upcoming Euro 2020 Final

July 10, 2021 Marko Vrakela England, Euro 2020, Italy

Italy head coach Roberto Mancini believes the Euro 2020 final will deliver excitement to a full-packed Wembley Stadium. Gli Azzurri and England will trade tackles in the European Championship showpiece on Sunday night, with both teams enjoying a stunning tournament so far.

Antonio Conte Points Out England Weak Spots Ahead of Euro 2020 Final

July 10, 2021 Marko Vrakela England, Euro 2020, Italy

Euro 2020 boils down to a heavyweight showdown between Italy and England as the two nations battle it out for continental glory at Wembley on Sunday. Former Inter Milan and Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has offered his view of England's potential weak spots the Italians could try to exploit.

Bonucci: “Winning the Euro Seemed Like a Utopia Three Years Ago”

July 9, 2021 Enrico Passarella England, Euro 2020, Italian Football, Italy

Leonardo Bonucci addressed the Euro final against England from the Italy camp. “Winning Sunday would be important for our movement, for every single player, and for the Federation. It would erase few difficult years. It would be an injection of joy and confidence for the people. England will be at home, but we are not scared of them. Playing in Wembley Stadium pushes you to try doing something historical."

The Top Five Italy Players On The Road To Euro 2020 Final

July 9, 2021 Michel Sakr Euro 2020, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, Top 5

Following a dramatic penalty shootout, Italy managed to book its place in the Euro 2020 final, where they'll be facing England on their own turf at Wembley. Whilst most of the Azzurri stars have impressed on the pitch, some managed to shine more brightly than others, and we'll pick out the best five performances from Italy thus far in the tournament.

How Mancini Deceived The World Only To Reveal His True Italian Colors

July 8, 2021 Michel Sakr Euro 2020, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A

"This is the most entertaining Italy we've ever seen", "Mancini has Changed the Azzurri's mentality style". From the beginning of the European Championship (and perhaps even prior to it), these have been the general views of football fans and observers all around the world. But what happened on Tuesday night changed it all.

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