Danny Murphy was at Wembley to see Italy beat Spain on penalties to book a place in the final of Euro 2020 against England. Here Murphy looks at what Gareth Southgate’s England men can expect, and the key duels...Danny Murphy looks at what Gareth Southgate’s England men can expect, and the key duelsItaly set up 4-3-3, just like England. Watching the Italy-Spain semi-final, I’m of the opinion that England are better suited to facing the Italians. Italy are a very good side of course but England will feel more comfortable facing them, it’s a more familiar style. With Koke doing a man-to-man job on Marco Verratti, Italy were nothing like as effective as they’d been earlier in the tournament.
Source: Daily Mail July 10, 2021 21:32 UTC