The Italian legend believes that the Azzurri have grown tremendously through the group stages, and can outclass the Three Lions in the upcoming quarter-final clash.
Paolo Rossi believes that http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Italy-c2926 have what it takes to beat England in the upcoming knockout game, but maintains that the quarterfinal will be a game between two quality teams.
The Azzurri have picked up just one win and two draws in their group stage, while the Three Lions bagged two victories and one draw from their group matches.
Rossi admitted that the upcoming match between http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/England-c749 and Italy will be a clash of two football titans, but maintained his belief that the Azzurri will have the better chance of going thorough.
The 1982 World Cup hero stressed that the Three Lions may look stronger on paper, but pointed out that the Nazionale have improved by leaps and bounds during their Group C adventures.
The Italian legend stressed that despite the return of http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Wayne-Rooney-c36736, the English are still struggling to find their strength.
While talking to the press, the 55-year-old said:
“It’ll be a real game between two important nations,” stated the former Juventus striker. “We have a good chance of progressing. I don’t see a great England side, while Italy are a team which is growing as the last few games have demonstrated.”
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Mario-Balotelli-c23937 has been a controversial figure in English Premier League, and his trip to the Euros has not been one without the customary chaos.
The Manchester City ace was dropped from the starting eleven in the crucial game against the Irish, in which he came as a substitute to score his first goal of the tournament.
The Azzurri striker is once again expected to make his way into the starting eleven in the upcoming game against England, but Rossi had his doubts about the temperamental attacker.
The Italian legend admitted to the quality of Balotelli, but maintained that the unsound temperament of the striker makes him a dangerous choice.
“He’s a complete player when it comes to his technique and build, but not in terms of his mentality.” The 1982 top scorer concluded.
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