Thanks to a 3-0 win, coupled with Algeria’s 2-0 victory over Albania, Italy goes through to the knockout stage, facing Tunisia at the Iacavone at 10.30 CEST on Friday.
Franceschini’s side finish fourth at the Mediterranean Games, but the coach was keen to praise his players: “The boys deserve credit, they’ve gained valuable experience”
Last-minute equaliser at the Iacovone sees Italy draw 1-1 with Portugal. The two sides will meet again in Monday’s final at 19:00 CEST. Malagò: “They are guaranteed a medal, we’re proud of their journey”
In Taranto, the Azzurrini took the lead through Perillo, but Tunisia staged a second-half comeback. Technical Director Ranieri commented: “They showed maturity and played encouraging football.” Franceschini added: “We couldn’t ask for any more from them.”
Italy narrowly lost to England, who scored through Haughton-Sinclair and Maghoma. Italy Head Coach Roberto Mancini was in the stands: “A quality match played at high-tempo.”
Italy win and impress, moving level with Morocco and Portugal on 7 points but behind on goal difference. Saturday at 18:00, the final group match with a place in the gold-medal match at stake
Thanks to a 3-0 win, coupled with Algeria’s 2-0 victory over Albania, Italy goes through to the knockout stage, facing Tunisia at the Iacavone at 10.30 CEST on Friday.
Franceschini’s side finish fourth at the Mediterranean Games, but the coach was keen to praise his players: “The boys deserve credit, they’ve gained valuable experience”
