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Euro 2020 Resolution: Italy Wins England on Penalty Shoot out
The European Best Team 2020 – Italy
Italy has won the European Championship for the second time by beating England 3-2 on penalties last night, July 11, 2021.
The interesting match started on a bright note for both sides – Italy and England as expectations heralded the atmosphere. The English side wish to “bring home the cup” hits rock bottom as the cup made it way to Rome.
The full match finished on 1-1 draw, after extra time at Wembley Stadium, housing mostly the English fans with hope to celebrate the team’s first International trophy since 1966 World Cup against Uruguay.
The tree Lions could not break through the 55 years of waiting even after reaching the final. England reached their first men’s European Championship final by topping their group, the defeating Germany, Ukraine and Denmark in the knockout stage.
While celebrating the victory, Italy defender Leonardo Bonucci chanted into TV camera, ”It’s coming to Rome. It’s coming to Rome”, imitating the famous “it’s coming home” from the England team’s anthem.
Recall, four years ago, the Italy experienced the lowest moment of its soccer history by failing to qualify for the World Cup, for the first time in six decades. Now, they top the chart of best team in Europe and recorded 34th match unbeaten run with Roberto Mancini – coach of the team.