Nicolato: ‘Should’ve finished earlier’
Italy U20 Coach Paolo Nicolato is preparing for the World Cup quarter-final, but admits they “should’ve killed off the game earlier” against Poland. Andrea Pinamonti’s chipped penalty proved enough to…
U20 World Cup: Italy push past Poland
Andrea Pinamonti’s cheeky Panenka penalty and more Alessandro Plizzari heroics proved enough for Italy to beat hosts Poland and reach the U20 World Cup quarter-finals. The Azzurrini topped their group…
Plizzari: ‘Why I became a ‘keeper’
Italy play hosts Poland in the U20 World Cup today and Milan goalkeeper Alessandro Plizzari explains how he became a shot-stopper. The Azzurrini won their group with victories over Mexico…
U20 World Cup: Italy to face Poland
Italy will play hosts Poland in the U20 World Cup Round of 16 on Sunday. “It will be a difficult match motivated by the home crowd.” The match kicks off…
U20 World Cup: Another Italy penalty save
Italy won their Under-20 World Cup group after a 0-0 draw with Japan, thanks to Marco Carnesecchi saving a penalty. The Azzurrini had already qualified after winning their first two…
U-20 World Cup: Italy sail through
Italy made it two wins in a row in the U-20 World Cup by beating ten-man Ecuador 1-0, but had goalkeeper Alessandro Plizzarri to thank for ensuring their victory. The…