If we make it and we play Italy, we have to be so careful of Jorginho passing forward. BBC just highlighted it there and it’s frightening how easy he takes 2/3 midfielders out the game.
Verratti, Barella and Jorginho, probably the smallest midfield 3 in the tournament, but they are all tenacious, high energy and can pick a great pass
Turned my TV on at 7, and was surprised the BBC coverage didn't start until 7:30
The big news is that Spain have dropped Morata
I don't hik he would get much change from the defence unless perhaps he comes on when they are tiring. I think a false 9 is the way to go for Spain.
It cold be a master stroke by Jose Enrique as Italy were given the impression that Morata would be Spain's number 1 striker and wasn't going to be benched.
Playing Oyarzabal a winger/Wideman is an interesting selection, he scores goals but can't see him playing just down the middle. Tactics will be great to watch and Spain who hate to give the ball away, will need to take what few chances come their way.
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It cold be a master stroke by Jose Enrique as Italy were given the impression that Morata would be Spain's number 1 striker and wasn't going to be benched.
Playing Oyarzabal a winger/Wideman is an interesting selection, he scores goals but can't see him playing just down the middle. Tactics will be great to watch and Spain who hate to give the ball away, will need to take what few chances come their way.
Italy 2-1 after ET.