Zaza: ‘Glad I gave contribution’
Simone Zaza was glad to “make my contribution” with his assist for Eder’s goal in a 1-0 win over Sweden. “I’m glad that I made my debut in this tournament,…
Simone Zaza was glad to “make my contribution” with his assist for Eder’s goal in a 1-0 win over Sweden. “I’m glad that I made my debut in this tournament,…
Emanuele Giaccherini used a colourful phrase to describe how Italy proved themselves with a 1-0 win over Sweden. “We wanted to reach the Round of 16 with all our strength…
Marco Parolo rued hitting the crossbar against Sweden, but explained Italy “changed the tempo” to get a victory. “The important thing was to win today and hopefully my goal will…
Eder reveals he prepared by training alone to get in shape for Euro 2016 and celebrated the goal that beat Sweden 1-0. “There are no easy game in this Euros,…
After beating Sweden 1-0, Antonio Conte noted “who would’ve expected that after two games Italy would qualify for the Round of 16?” Eder snatched a late goal to give Italy…
Eder scored at the 88th minute to give Italy a 1-0 victory over Sweden and secure qualification for the Euro 2016 Round of 16. See how it all unfolded on…
Sweden midfielder Albin Ekdal warned Giorgio Chiellini “can be a swine” on the pitch, “but everyone wants a player like that.” Both players start in Toulouse for the Euro 2016…
Italy make just one change for their meeting with Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s Sweden in Toulouse, introducing Alessandro Florenzi. It kicks off at 14.00 UK time (13.00 GMT), follow the build-up and…
Join us for all the build-up and action from Italy’s second Euro 2016 match against Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s Sweden. It kicks off at 14.00 UK time (13.00 GMT) at the Stadium…
Sweden star Zlatan Ibrahimovic expects 'an awesome match' against Italy: 'They are my second home, we must do our best'. It kicks off at 14:00 UK time. Much is expected…
Reports confirm that Alessandro Florenzi will be fielded against Sweden, but Italy's remaining starters are unchanged. The Azzurri's second Euro 2016 game kicks off today at 14:00 UK time, in…
Slovakia and Napoli star Marek Hamsik is impressed by Italy: 'I didn't expect such a team of fighters!' The midfielder has a special relationship with the Azzurri, having played in…
Italy go into their second Euro 2016 game against Sweden with only one new name compared to Belgium, say reports. Coach Antonio Conte was expected to change up to three…
CT Antonio Conte looks to quell hype around Italy - “feet on the ground, we’ve done nothing”. Going into Euro 2016, many decried the Azzurri squad as the worst ever…
Gigi Buffon warns Italy “historically have problems” in the second game of a major tournament. The Azzurri beat Belgium 2-0 in their first match of Euro 2016, but the captain…
Azzurri legend Gianni Rivera says Italy 'surprised everyone' against 'overconfident' Belgium at Euro 2016. The Euro 1968 champion and finalist in the World Cup 1970 recently released his autobiography, and…
Incoming Italy Coach Giampiero Ventura was present at the match of future rival Albania against France. The former Torino tactician will be relieving Antonio Conte of his duties as 'commissario…
Graziano Pelle has fully recovered and is available for Italy's Euro 2016 game against Sweden. There were some concerns surrounding the fitness of the Italian striker, who had dislocated a…
Albin Ekdal admits Sweden are “worried” about facing Italy at Euro 2016. “They are stronger than we expected.” The Hamburger SV midfielder has experience in Italy with Cagliari and knows…
Belgium Coach Marc Wilmots sniped at Antonio Conte’s success. “The Italy Coach just has to rely on Juventus.” The Azzurri opened their Euro 2016 account with a 2-0 victory over…