Euro 2024 Archives - The Cult of Calcio

The truth is in the middle for Italy between the disgusting display against Switzerland 16 of Euro 2024 and the glitzy performances versus France.

Italy Bouncing Back but Still Dealing with Dated Issue

September 13, 2024 Enrico Passarella Euro 2024, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Tactical Trends, The Azzurri

The truth is probably in the middle for Italy between the disgusting display against Switzerland in the Round of 16 of Euro 2024 and the recent glitzy performances at the Parc des Princes versus France. There’s the foundation for something lasting

Adrien Rabiot appears to have made up his mind and will stay at Juventus for at least one further season, snubbing a late offer from Manchester United.

Lamine Yamal Makes Juventus Midfielder Eat His Words

July 10, 2024 Marko Vrakela Euro 2024, France, Juventus, Serie A, Spain

Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot wished he had never called out Spain teen sensation Lamine Yamal in the build-up to Tuesday's EURO 2024 semifinal. The France international praised the Barcelona whizz-kid but claimed 'he'll need to show much more' against Les Bleus.

Mike Maignan is facing an uncertain future due to a relatively short-term contract, a challenging negotiation, declining form, and a subpar Milan season.

Milan Goalkeeper Praised For ‘Incredible’ Euro 2024 Showings

July 6, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Euro 2024, France, Serie A

Real Madrid midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni praised his France teammate and Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan following a nerve-shredding win against Portugal on Friday. Didier Deschamps' side progressed into the EURO 2024 semi-finals on penalties after another tepid 0-0 draw.

Italy and the FIGC are picking up the pieces following the early Euro 2024 exit. The new course will be led by the same key figures.

Gravina and Spalletti Seek Ways to Revive the Azzurri

July 1, 2024 Enrico Passarella Euro 2024, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, The Azzurri

Italy and the FIGC are picking up the pieces following the early Euro 2024 exit. The new course will be led by the same key figures. Luciano Spalletti will stay at the helm and federal president Gianluca Gravina won’t resign.

Luciano Spalletti will issue his provisional Italy squad on Thursday and then cut it down to 26 men by June 7th. Only a few doubts remain.

Italy Reiterate Trust in Spalletti Despite Euro 2024 Fiasco

July 1, 2024 Marko Vrakela Euro 2024, Italy, Serie A, The Azzurri

Reigning European champions Italy embarrassed themselves at Euro 2024, exiting the tournament in the round of 16 at the hands of Switzerland. Luciano Spalletti's team performed well below expectations as the Nati thumped them 2-0 on Saturday.

It’s straight talk time. Last night’s abysmal showing against Switzerland is the lowest point the Azzurri hit in a very long time, likely in a few decades

Editorial: The Future Looks Dark as The Azzurri Hit Rock Bottom

June 30, 2024 Matteo Carnevale Euro 2024, International Football, Italy, Serie A, Switzerland

It’s straight talk time. Last night’s abysmal showing against Switzerland is the lowest point the Azzurri hit in a very long time, likely in a few decades. This was worse than missing back-to-back World Cups, because even in the wake of those failed qualifications, there was always some sort of dim excuse that the most optimistic could cling to. Never had Italy appeared so powerless, so incapable of putting together a reaction.

Bryan Cristante has some important suitors and is clamoring for an extension, but Roma plan for him to be part of the squad next season.

Italy Midfielder Admits They Were Dominated by Switzerland

June 30, 2024 Marko Vrakela Euro 2024, Italy, Serie A, The Azzurri

Italy midfielder Bryan Cristante conceded Switzerland got the better of Gli Azzurri in every aspect of the game and deservedly progressed into the Euro 2024 quarter-finals. Instead of seeking excuses for the Italians' abysmal showing, the 29-year-old accepted a harsh reality during his post-match interview with Sky Sport Italia.

Luciano Spalletti has omitted Ivan Provedel, Samuele Ricci, and Riccardo Orsolini from the final Italy roster for Euro 2024.

Spalletti Takes Blame for Italy Euro 2024 Embarrassment

June 30, 2024 Marko Vrakela Euro 2024, Italy, Serie A, The Azzurri

Italy boss Luciano Spalletti has assumed full responsibility for Gli Azzurri's embarrassing performance in a 2-0 defeat against Switzerland. Lamenting a lack of time to get familiar with the squad and several injury woes, the former Napoli manager admitted the Italians' dismal Euro 2024 exit was his fault.

Italy performed below every expectation in their Euro 2024 last-16 tie against Switzerland as their hopes of defending the title ended on Saturday

Italy Player Ratings vs Switzerland: Beleaguered Azzurri Go Home

June 30, 2024 Marko Vrakela Euro 2024, International Football, Italy, Player Ratings, Serie A, Switzerland

Italy performed below every expectation in their Euro 2024 last-16 tie against Switzerland as their hopes of defending the title ended on Saturday. Murat Yakin's side lived up to their tag as 'giant slayers,' pulling off a well-deserved 2-0 victory against out-of-sorts Gli Azzurri.

The Euro 2024 Round of 16 kicked off with Switzerland stunning the defending champions Italy by beating them 2-0 in Berlin

Switzerland vs Italy 2-0: Woeful Azzurri Humbled & Uncrowned

June 29, 2024 Michel Sakr Euro 2024, International Football, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, Switzerland, The Azzurri One comment

The Euro 2024 Round of 16 kicked off with a battle between Switzerland and Italy at the Olympic Stadium in Berlin. While the Azzurri fans were expecting their team to raise the level following a mediocre group-stage campaign, the defending champions were uncrowned after putting up their most hollow display in recent memory.

Preview: Switzerland vs Italy – Team News, Lineups & Prediction

June 29, 2024 Marko Vrakela Euro 2024, Italy, Serie A, Switzerland, The Azzurri

Olympiastadion in Berlin sets the stage for a mouth-watering 2022 UEFA European Championship round-of-16 tie between Switzerland and Italy. Gli Azzurri's title defense faces a stern test following an erratic group stage campaign, but they come into proceedings as pre-match favorites.

Inter have clear plans to succeed André Onana, as they plot to bring in Yann Sommer and Anatoliy Trubin to address the present and the future of their goal.

Inter Star Believes Switzerland vs Italy Could Go to Penalties

June 29, 2024 Marko Vrakela Euro 2024, Inter, Inter Milan, Italy, Serie A, Switzerland

Inter goalkeeper Yann Sommer admits to the possibility of Switzerland's mouth-watering Euro 2024 last-16 tie against Italy going to penalties. Speaking to the press in the build-up to Saturday's encounter at the Olympiastadion in Berlin, Sommer looked back at the crucial penalty save to thwart Jorginho in the 2022 World Cup qualifying.

Tag: Euro 2024