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Mancini Backs Immobile, Praises His Center-Backs Ahead of Spain Clash

July 5, 2021 Enrico Passarella Euro 2020, Italy, Spain

After Luis Enrique, also Roberto Mancini held a pre-game presser before the semi final against Spain. “There are optimal conditions inside this national team, the relations are great. We must play a tremendous game to reach the final. Some tension is normal in the lead-up, but then you have to make as few mistakes as possible. Immobile is a Golden Shoe recipient, often the most criticized player ends up deciding a tournament."

Luis Enrique on Italy: “They Use a Spanish Style, It Will Be Entertaining”

July 5, 2021 Enrico Passarella Euro 2020, Italy, Spain

Luis Enrique previewed the semi final versus Italy in an interview: “They have a Spanish style, which makes the game very difficult, but also spectacular. They play nice football, they like to have possession and press well. It will be an entertaining and intense game. The two teams are similar. We must be at the top of our game in every minute. We must always adhere to our principles and never let our guard down. I am sure we will manage."

Euro 2020 Semi Finals – Predictions and Probable Lineups

July 5, 2021 Michel Sakr England, Euro 2020, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, Spain

After finding out the four teams that will compete in the Semi finals, Euro 2020 has now reached its last hurdles. Spain had to rely on lady luck to overcome the Switzerland in penalties, whilst Italy earned their place with an impressive win over Belgium. Denmark's magical campaign continues, and England completed the foursome after dismantling Ukraine.

Only a few years ago, Spain would have greatly fancied their chances in a match like this against Switzerland. Tonight, they were wise enough to be humble

Spain Sneak into Semi Finals After Penalty Thriller with Switzerland

July 2, 2021 Eduard Banulescu Euro 2020, Italian Football, Serie A, Spain, Switzerland

Only a few years ago, Spain would have greatly fancied their chances in a match like this. Tonight, they were wise enough to be humble. Switzerland, after all, had just knocked out World Champions France, and Spain had suffered for their victory against Croatia.

Full Predictions For Euro 2020 Quarter Finals

July 1, 2021 Michel Sakr Belgium, Czech Republic, England, Euro 2020, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, Spain

Drama, late goals, and a couple of epic upsets. The round of 16 has offered fans of European football a major feast. England beat Germany in the biggest of contests, Belgium warded off Portugal, and Switzerland roared back to eliminate France. So will the four quarter finals encounters be able to maintain the rhythm in what has so far been a greatly entertaining Euro 2020?

Roma made some adjustments in the midfield in January, but José Mourinho has not stopped considering Granit Xhaka the ideal signing in the role.

Suspension, Yellow Card and Injury Updates Ahead of Euro Quarter Finals

June 30, 2021 Enrico Passarella Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, England, Euro 2020, Italy, Spain, Switzerland

Just one player will miss the quarterfinals of the Euro due to suspension. Still, it is a major blow to Switzerland, which will face Spain without Granit Xhaka. Several players are in danger of skipping the semifinals as they are one yellow card away from disqualification. The list includes Harry Maguire, Phil Foden, Sergio Busquests, Jordi Alba, and Nicolò Barella. Eden Hazard and Kevin De Bruyne might be able to recover for the Italy game.

Croatia Cancel Two-Goal Gap but Spain Progress in Extra Time

June 28, 2021 Eduard Banulescu Croatia, Euro 2020, European Championships 2020, Spain

In modern football, when things are really going well, a game can be decided in mere minutes. This is what Croatia found out today. Their brave and often inspired display against Spain won them the support of fans the world over. But Spain's consistency and sangfroid won them the game.

The Best XI of Euro 2020 Group Stage: Belgium Trio Impress

June 25, 2021 Paulius Kundzelevicius Belgium, Czech Republic, Euro 2020, European Championships 2020, Italy, Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, The Azzurri

The 24-team tournament has entered the last-16 stage, with 8 teams packing their bags after just three games. To sum up the first part of Euro 2020, we take a look at the best XI of the group stage in collaboration with Fotmob based on statistical ratings.

Rodri Hints at Spain Chances of Reaching Euro 2020 Knock-outs

June 19, 2021 Marko Vrakela European Championships 2020, Poland, Spain

Spain star midfielder Rodri is adamant Luis Enrique's team will make it out of the group stage despite a sluggish start to their Euro 2020 journey. La Furia Roja were held to a dismal 1-1 draw to Poland in their second match in Group E on Saturday.

For both Spain and Poland, this match was an opportunity at redemption. Neither had had much luck in front of goal in their first match of Euro 2020

Lewandowski Goal Gifts Poland Tie Against Unexceptional Spain

June 19, 2021 Eduard Banulescu Euro 2020, Italian Football, Poland, Serie A, Spain

For both Spain and Poland, this match was an opportunity at redemption. Neither had had much luck in front of goal in their first match of Euro 2020. Both faced significant criticism at home. It ended in a 1-1 stalemate, with Robert Lewandowski answering to Alvaro Morata's opener.

Spain - Sweden was likely to be a less sparkling match than expected but there was still plenty to enjoy even if the scorecard read nil-nil

Spain Fail to Break Sweden Wall in Euro 2020 Group E Debut

June 14, 2021 Matteo Carnevale Euro 2020, European Championships 2020, Spain, Sweden

Without the likes of Sergio Ramos on one side and Zlatan Ibrahimovic on the other, Spain - Sweden was likely to be a less sparkling match than one might have hoped for, but there was still plenty to enjoy at La Cartuja Stadium in Sevilla - even if the scorecard at full time read nil-nil.

Italy Lose Another Regular Midfielder as Lorenzo Pellegrini Bows Out

June 10, 2021 Enrico Passarella Euro 2020, France, Spain

Italy coach Roberto Mancini is forced to make a second change to his initial midfield. Lorenzo Pellegrini picked up a thigh problem in practice and has been ruled out for the Euro. Gaetano Castrovilli will take his place on the roster. On the other hand, Marco Verratti is improving and could be ready for the second match. Elsewhere, Spain's Diego Llorente has been deemed a false positive, while Karim Benzema avoided serious injuries.

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