As always in Italy when the national team plays there is absolute silence in every city and the streets are empty as early as at 8pm while the sound of the shutters being closed marks the steps along the road. There is much anticipation for the return of the Italian national team and for the great adventure of Euro 2021 which begins in Rome. Italy have proved their great strength with 28 consecutive positive results - just 2 games from the statistical record of Vittorio Pozzo's legendary Italy. The 3-0 win over Turkey was a very clear message for all the fearsome opponents of the Italian national team. Turkey were strong and they have put many great national teams in difficulty.

Source: The Nation June 12, 2021 11:03 UTC