In one of the most hectic matches in recent memory, Italy pulled off a remarkable comeback before scoring late to defeat Japan 4-3 in Confederations Cup action in Recife on Wednesday night. Sebastian Giovinco struck in the 86th minute to clinch the victory for the Azzurri. Daniele De Rossi bagged Italy’s first, an Atsuto Uchida … Read more
Italy defeated Mexico 2-1 in Confederations Cup action on Sunday night. Andrea Pirlo celebrated his 100th cap for the Azzurri in style, scoring the opening goal off a free kick in the 27th minute. Javier Hernandez equalized from the penalty spot shortly thereafter, but Mario Balotelli popped up to bury the winner late in the … Read more
The Confederations Cup begins on Saturday with the hosts Brazil and Japan squaring off in Brasilia. There are a lot of question about the Selecao heading into the tournament, mainly because of the squad chosen by manager Luis Felipe Scolari. The average age is slightly over 26 years old, and the team has just 411 … Read more