13-Jul-2021 14:50:01 | Guardian
Fans in Italy are overjoyed; fans in England are proud; and fans in Turkey are not happy
The Azzurri inspired the world with that special Italian sprezzatura, a dogged work ethic and a confident swagger. They established a new generation of players while honouring the old guard. They lived up to their potential and exceeded the hopes of their fans. They understood who they were in establishing their identity on the field and stuck to their gameplan.
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