I will take that draw, Italy actually looked pretty good and only real issue was on set plays defensively.
Italy was 100 times better when they moved to 4-4-2, they do not have the midfield talent or pace to only keep 3 in the middle.
Up front a good game from Pepe, Gilardino is much better in a super sub role and Di Natale should be starting the next game.
De Rossi was much better in the second half, strong defensively, making good passes and of course scored the goal. Made up for his terrible first half.
Liked the way Criscito and Zambrotta played. Expected a lot more from Marchisio, game open up once Camoranasi came on but he lacked the final ball needed to open up the D and flubbed a couple plays up.
Lots of positives moving forward for Italy.
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