The Prince of Inter Milan starts with Brother Xiaosa

Chapter 313 Top of Europe!

Like countless times in history, Germany still failed to overcome Italy's difficulties.

After this game, the Azzurri seemed to have further solidified their reputation as Germany's nemesis.

As for his passing and shooting achievements, especially his wonderful midfielder lob at the end of the game, Leo was once again named the best player in the game.

If it weren't for Leo's lob at the end, the limelight might have been taken away by Bashen, who scored twice and almost defeated the German team with a personal performance.

Leo also made this clear in the post-match interview.

“The victory in this game was achieved through the joint efforts of everyone.

Regarding everyone's contribution, I don't think there is a need to carefully evaluate it. No one does not want to work hard or contribute. Everyone in the team does their best.

Mario's outstanding performance in the first half helped the team lead Germany 2-0, which also allowed us to always control the initiative in our own hands.

Although the situation changed a little bit when they scored a goal to get one point back, in the end we held on.

We have reached the finals, no matter who our opponent is, our natural goal is to win the championship.

What's more, we defeated Spain once in the group stage, so it won't be much different in the final. "

Leo is not arrogant or underestimating the enemy, he is just motivating his teammates in this way so that everyone can calm down.

Just before the European Cup final between Italy and Spain, Italian President Napolitano, who just celebrated his 87th birthday, wrote an open letter to the Italian team soldiers.

Corriere dello Sport published the full text of the open letter.

“I am very happy with the ‘good rapport’, ‘team spirit’, ‘determination and dedication’ shown by the Italian team, both old and new, in this European Cup.

As a head coach, Prandelli successfully created this atmosphere and successfully united the team. His achievements are worthy of praise.

After the Italian team defeated the German team, on my birthday, I received a greeting card from Prandelli on behalf of the Italian team. I want to thank everyone for their wishes.

I appreciate Prandelli's calm and serious writing. He knows the importance of the results, without fancy words or grandiose words.

Prandelli knows that the Italian team has a more difficult task.

I pay close attention to everyone's performance.

Before the final begins, I want to tell my compatriots and all the boys:

I watched every game, and you proved the glorious tradition of the Italian team with every victory.

Now, I look forward to everyone once again defending the glory of Italy. "

At the same time, Napolitano also stated in the letter that he would host a banquet for the Italian team soldiers after the European Cup.

In response to the president's open letter, Prandelli said at the pre-match press conference before the European Cup final,

“As usual, the president had high praise for our performance.

He particularly emphasized the importance of team spirit and dedication among the Italian team's players.

The president also said that this spirit will be further passed on to every Italian citizen.

After receiving the letter, I immediately couldn't wait to share the content of the president's letter with every Italian team player to share this honor with them. "

Buffon, the captain of the Italian national team, also responded when facing reporters.

"In difficult situations, smart people always play a giant role, and Napolitano was like that.

I have a lot of respect for him, as do many of my teammates. "

Regardless of whether the Italian team wins the European Cup, Napolitano will host a banquet at the Quirinale Palace, the presidential palace, to entertain the returning Italian team members.

On the eve of the final, media from various countries enthusiastically predicted the outcome of the game.

Some are optimistic about Spain, while others support Italy.

With countless people paying attention, this European football festival is finally about to reach its climax!

“First of all, I want to say that with a 92-year unbeaten record, Italy does not need to be afraid of Spain.

But it must be pointed out that the reason why Italy has been able to achieve "Italy" in these ninety-two years is not relying on unrestrained offense, but our traditional style.

In short, it's 'chain defense and quick counterattack'.

Therefore, in this game with Spain, we don't need to compete with them for possession of the ball, just let them keep falling.

We only need to complete the fatal blow at the critical moment, and victory will be ours! "

On July 2012, 7, the final of the 1th European Cup will start at the Olympic Stadium in Kiev.

What is very interesting is that for both sides in the final, they are still the opponents in the first round of the group stage.

In other words, their first and last games of this cup were against the same opponent, but the venue was changed.

Reaching the final, Bosque actually retained the original team that lost 3-1 against Italy in the group stage.

Iniesta, Cesc Fabregas and David Silva are at the front of the formation.

Xavi, Busquets and Xabi Alonso formed a midfield three.

Left back Alba, right back Arbeloa, Pique and Ramos partnered as center back and goalkeeper Casillas.

On the Italian side, Chiellini and Thiago Motta are both injured and unable to start.

Abate recovered from injury and Maggio also ended his suspension.

Therefore, Prandelli made some subtle adjustments to the starting lineup.

It is still a 4312 formation, with Cassano and Balotelli continuing to join forces at the front.

Leo serves as the attacking midfielder, with Pirlo, De Rossi and Marchisio behind him.

Left back David Thornton, right back Maggio, Bonucci and Ranocchia partnered with center back and goalkeeper Buffon.

More than 60,000 enthusiastic fans came to watch the game.

Villa and Puyol, who missed the cup due to injury, were also invited to watch the game.

After the brief and enthusiastic closing ceremony, the referee Proenza from Portugal blew the opening whistle.

Italy today did not show extreme aggression from the start like they did when facing other opponents before this tournament.

They did not conduct a fierce press in the frontcourt from the beginning of the game, and boldly invested troops in the offense to actively launch an offensive.

Against the Bulldogs, who were using every victory to regain their form, the Italian teammates on the field followed the tactical requirements laid out by Prandelli before the game.

First, use a solid defense to block the opponent's fierce offensive, and then patiently look for opportunities to seal the throat with a sword during the game.

Leo passed the ball directly into the penalty area, Cassano responded cleverly, and Pirlo's right-footed shot from outside the penalty area missed the near post.

Harvey received a pass from the backcourt and advanced with the ball, but De Rossi tackled him and brought him to the ground.

The referee called De Rossi for a foul and Spain got the first free kick of the game.

Ramos took a free kick and hit the goal directly from a long distance.

Italy's subsequent counterattack failed and Marchisio was intercepted by Busquets.

Iniesta's low shot from the wing was blocked by Buffon.

A minute later, Xavi took a corner kick, and Ramos headed the ball wide under the guard of Ranocchia.

Then Fabregas' long-range shot from outside the penalty area scraped the top of the crossbar and went out of the bottom line.

Iniesta and Fabregas quickly passed the ball and cooperated on the left side. Xavi's long shot from the front of the penalty area was blocked by the Italian defender!

Xavi took the ball from the outside and passed it to Iniesta. Xiaobai's volley in the arc of the penalty area was blocked again.

Then Xavi and Cesc Fabregas kicked the wall together, and David Silva's volley from outside the penalty area went over the crossbar.

In the 11th minute, Iniesta suddenly made a diagonal pass to the right. After receiving the ball, Fabregas entered the penalty area and got rid of David Thornton's defense and crossed near the baseline!

Silva outflanked the ball in the middle of the penalty area but failed to head the ball due to interference from Ronikia.

Yes, Spain occupies the advantage on the field and firmly controls the ball.

However, they were never able to penetrate the Azzurri's layers of defense and could only threaten the goal guarded by Buffon through long shots and set pieces.

This is the most annoying situation in Spain. The matadors on the field play very hard.

If Prandelli gets mad and thinks he can have a rough and tumble fight with Spain, it will be over.

There is no telling that Italy will be beaten by Spain in the final.

Italy didn't have many chances. They could only look for opportunities to counterattack in the gaps between their opponents' attacks.

Pirlo scored the ball, and Cassano's powerful low shot from the right side of the penalty area was saved by Casillas!

Spain made a kick outside the Italian team's penalty area, and Leo stole the ball in the backcourt to launch a counterattack!

Balotelli received Leo's precise long pass and cut in from the left to the edge of the Spanish team's penalty area and volleyed with his right foot over the crossbar!

In the 19th minute, Casillas kicked the ball with a big kick, and Fabregas headed the ball back to his teammate from the left side of the front court.

Alba crosses the ball to Xavi to organize.

Xavi waited for Alba to come in at high speed and immediately sent a through ball. Alba broke into the left side of the penalty area and shot into the net with his left foot!

One to zero!

The Bull Legion attacked continuously for nearly twenty minutes, but finally broke the deadlock with a counterattack!

This is Alva's first goal in eleven appearances for the national team.

He is the first Spanish defender to score in the European Cup since 1988.

Xavi also became the first player to assist in two consecutive European Cup finals.

Buffon, who fished the ball out of the goal, was a little annoyed. This was the first time Italy had fallen behind in this cup.

In the history of the European Cup, the team that scored first in the final has never lost within ninety minutes.

But Italy in the 2000 European Cup, the Czech Republic in 1996 and Yugoslavia in 1960 were eventually reversed.

I wonder if the Azzurri can complete a comeback this time when the situation is not in their favor.

Balotelli dribbled the ball from the left and was brought down by Arbeloa from behind, but the referee had no intention of taking out the card.

Leo's "falling ball" was lifted out of the baseline by Casillas with one palm!

In the 26th minute, Pique tackled Cassano from behind and was shown a yellow card by Proenza.

This time it was Pirlo who took the penalty, and Sleepy's free kick hit the wall and went wide.

Two minutes later, De Rossi made a direct pass from the frontcourt. Cassano dunked Arbeloa on the left side of the penalty area and shot diagonally with his right foot in front of the goal, but Casillas bravely confiscated it.

Immediately afterwards, Pirlo's low shot from the outside of the penalty area missed the left goal post.

In the 33rd minute, Pirlo scored the ball, Cassano broke through and passed from the right side, Balotelli received the ball in the middle and turned around to shoot, but Casillas saved it with all his strength!

After conceding the goal, Italy fell behind and had to step up their offense.

But this is very dangerous. If Spain seizes the opportunity to score another goal, it will be difficult for them to reverse it.

However, none of the Italian players were too nervous or worried. They unconsciously looked at the young man wearing the No. 10 jersey.

Yes, Leo naturally felt the eyes of his teammates and knew that it was time for him to stand up.

The first half is coming to an end, and Spain, which leads by one goal, continues to maintain possession of the ball. The deep-lying midfielder Busquets also passed the half, and he passed Marchisio in the center circle with Alonso.

When Professor Bu was about to continue dribbling the ball forward, Leo, who was returning to defense, inadvertently passed by him and took the ball away from his feet.

Busquets:???

"Where's my ball?"

When such questions flashed through Busquets' mind, Leo had already completed the steal and advanced the ball to the frontcourt!

Leo stole the ball and drove straight in, with a large open space in front of him.

When he broke through to the outside of the penalty area, Spain's center back Pique took the lead to greet him.

Balotelli and Cassano followed one after another, but Pique ignored their movements and stared at Leo the whole time.

Outside the arc of the penalty area, Leo slowed down, simply turned the ball and shook off Pique, then accelerated into the penalty area!

Casillas, who was stationary in front of the goal line, and Ramos, the only central defender in the penalty area, were facing a powerful enemy at this time.

There were interceptions in front and pursuers in the back. Leo's confidence was actually not very high, but at this time he had to shoulder this responsibility.

Aiming at Ramos' wicket, Leo kicked off a low shot with his left foot!

The ball went straight through the middle of Ramos' legs who spread his legs to expand the defensive area!

Casillas flew to the ground to make a save and hit the ball out!

Balotelli's close-range follow-up shot was blocked by Cassie's heroic legs!

The fans in Spain and Italy were so nervous that they could not speak at this time, but they had to praise that it was indeed Saint Cassie.

Casillas's continuous saves in front of the goal did not allow the Italian team to score easily!

However, the crisis was not resolved. Just as Ramos was about to make a clearance, Leo suddenly stepped forward and took the ball away.

Cassie had just gotten up from the ground when she felt a gust of wind blowing past her cheeks.

When he turned around, he saw that the ball had already landed in the net.

The ball went in!

Leo's goal helped the Azzurri equalize the score!

There was no wonderful cooperation, no amazing half-court shot, just a mediocre follow-up shot in the penalty area.

"That's my son! It's my son who scored the goal!"

"Wow! Are you Leo's parents?"

"You have a wonderful son!"

In the front row of the stands, two Asian faces stood out among a group of Italian fans.

Especially when Leo scored, the middle-aged man whose face was 78% similar to Leo jumped up excitedly.

Leo ran to the sidelines and waved to his parents in the stands.

It is also rare this time that Leo's parents can come to the game to support their son.

To be honest, for them, Italy can hardly be called their motherland, and they don't care whether the Italian team gets the key.

What they care about is Leo, nothing more.

"Mario, I saw your mother. She was in poor health and she came here to cheer for you.

Do you think your performance today is appropriate? "

Balotelli pursed his lips and said nothing, but Leo noticed that Balotelli's eyes changed.

Nodding, Leo patted Balotelli on the back and walked away relieved.

After the final whistle of the last game against Germany, Bashen was the first to go to the stands and lovingly hugged his adoptive mother Silvia.

This is what Bashen said in an interview after the game:

"I walked over and told my mum this was the best moment of my life and those two goals were dedicated to her."

Balotelli's growth experience has been mentioned before, so there is no need to go into details. The abandonment of his biological parents, the racial discrimination he encountered while growing up and other bad experiences created the willful and eccentric Balotelli.

And there is another side of God Ba, which is only revealed when facing people who are really close to him.

It was with the care of his adoptive parents that Balotelli did not go astray and became an outstanding player.

Apart from his adoptive parents, the only ones who may have entered Bashen's heart were Leo and his agent Mino Raiola. Even Thornton, who once shared a girlfriend with him, was a bit disappointed.

The score was equalized and the two sides returned to the same starting line.

In the 38th minute, Leo sent a long diagonal pass. Balotelli took the ball from the left and cut in to the edge of the penalty area and volleyed slightly higher with his right foot.

Although the goal was not scored, Leo still gave Bashen a thumbs up to show encouragement.

After seeing this, Ba Shen smiled and grinned.

In fact, many times Balotelli is just like a child, silly and cute.

A minute later, Balotelli broke through in the middle and was blocked by the Spanish defender. Cassano got the ball and passed it straight!

Pirlo turned and shot from outside the penalty area but was blocked by Casillas.

In the 44th minute, De Rossi brought down Iniesta and was given a yellow card by the referee.

The Spanish team's free kick was lifted into the penalty area and was picked off by Buffon.

In the stoppage time of the first half, Silva's left-footed volley from the top of the penalty area fell into the arms of Buffon.

At the end of the first half, Italy and Spain were tied at one to one.

"Antonio, can you still hold on?"

Before the end of the first half, Cassano seemed to be running out of energy.

Cassano took a sip of the energy drink and wanted to bite the bullet and say that he could still hold on, but he still told the truth when facing Prandelli.

"I don't have much energy anymore. I can play for ten minutes at most."

The Italian coach had expected it, nodded and patted Cassano on the shoulder.

"Have a good rest and try to gain something at the beginning of the second half."

At the beginning of the second half, Maggio made a pass from the right, and Balotelli's header in the middle of the penalty area passed the crossbar!

Two minutes later, Fabregas cut in from the left to the top of the penalty area and fired a low shot with his left foot that missed the left post.

Italy wanted to start the second half on the offensive, and Spain seemed to have the same idea.

When we meet on a narrow road, the brave will win. There is nothing more to say. Let’s see which side is stronger!

In the 48th minute, Fabregas continuously changed lines on the right side of the penalty area to break through two people. Buffon fell down and blocked the ball. David Thornton's flying tackle destroyed the baseline.

Xavi took a free kick from the right, Ramos flew forward and headed the ball towards the top, but Bonucci blocked it!

The Spanish players raised their hands to complain. They believed Bonucci should have been awarded a penalty for a handball foul.

But the referee Proenza shook his head and did not interrupt the game.

Di Natale had already gone to the sidelines to warm up, and Cassano's visible physical exhaustion was unable to pose a threat to his opponents in the frontcourt like he did at the beginning of the game.

In the 51st minute, Leo used a fried ball to break out of the double-team of Iniesta and Xavi!

Xavi turned to look at his club teammates, and Iniesta gave him a blank look in return.

"Isn't this your special trick? Why does Leo use it so smoothly?"

"I do not know!"

Leo broke through the defense and went straight to the left side of the penalty area. Cassano passed Arbeloa and shot the near corner of the goal with his right foot!

Casillas reacted quickly and fell to the ground to save the ball immediately, but he still made half a step!

The ball just passed by Cassie's fingertips and went into the lower left corner of the goal!

Two to one!

Italy overtook the score!

This is Cassano's first goal in this European Cup!

The bad boy was recognized by all Italian fans at this moment. Amidst the applause, Cassano was replaced by Prandale Di Natale.

The pace at the end was a little shaky, Cassano really tried his best.

Feeling the fans' attitude, the bad boy's eyes turned red and two lines of tears fell from the pockmark on his face.

For the first time in this game, Italy will take the initiative back into their own hands!

In the 60th minute, Bosque couldn't sit still and the Spanish team made substitutions.

Pedro came off the bench to replace David Silva, who had a mediocre performance today.

Now, all 11 players on the field of the Bulldogs are from Real Madrid and Barcelona.

Alba made a low pass from the left side of the penalty area. Pedro, who had just come on as a substitute, shot a left-footed shot in front of the goal that was blocked by Buffon and then missed the left post!

But the linesman had already raised his flag and he was offside.

A minute later, Pedro's powerful low shot from outside the penalty area missed again.

As the score went from leading to falling behind, the mentality of the Spanish players changed, and they launched an all-out attack.

Italy, who were leading the score, took their time in the backcourt and killed time.

In the 74th minute, Torres came on as a substitute and replaced Fabregas.

A minute later, Xavi intercepted the ball in the frontcourt and passed it straight. Torres swayed Ranocchia in the middle of the penalty area and faced Buffon and calmly pushed the ball into the lower right corner of the goal!

Two to two!

The Spanish golden boy who just came off the bench scored a goal to equalize the score!

Maybe overtime? Even a penalty shootout?

Neutral fans don't mind watching the excitement. The more intense the game, the better.

But for the fans of both teams, this was undoubtedly a torment, and their mood fluctuated greatly with the score.

This wasn't over yet. In the 81st minute of the game, it was Harvey's direct pass from the middle!

Torres countered offside and successfully broke into the left side of the penalty area. Facing Buffon's clever outside instep, Pedro broke free from the defense and shot into the empty goal with his left foot!

Just when everyone thought the ball was about to go in, David Thornton appeared in front of the goal and made an overhead kick!

In a critical moment it was David Thornton who came to the miraculous rescue!

Spain, which missed a must-goal opportunity, were more impatient than before.

Busquets' short pass was intercepted by Leo Fei, and Italy launched a quick counterattack on the spot!

David Thornton, who had just made a contribution on the defensive end, quickly moved forward and broke into the gap on the left. Leo sent a long overhead pass in time and accurately!

Thornton broke through all the way to the bottom line before taking the ball and passing the ball. Balotelli in the middle forced Pique, who was holding a yellow card, to leap high and look back at the moon to score a header!

Three to two!

Cassie failed to prevent Bashen's header from entering the net!

Balotelli ran to the sidelines, his eyes were very good, and he immediately found his adoptive parents in the crowd who were already crying with emotion.

Ba Shen smiled with red eyes in Thornton's hug. This smile seemed a little different from his usual carefree smile.

There was less than ten minutes left in the game including stoppage time, and there was not much time left for Spain.

Chiellini and Barzagli came on as substitutes, while Pirlo and Balotelli were replaced.

Italy defends with all its strength!

The game entered stoppage time. Torres broke into the penalty area and passed a cross. Iniesta's shot from a small angle was firmly suppressed by Buffon!

The game is over!

Italy came back to win 3-2 and defeated Spain to win the European Cup!

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