Italy’s favorite, but Switzerland wants to spoil the party

Switzerland is a tough group. Already more. There is Italy in rebirth thanks to Mancini, who will have a great advantage in playing Group A matches at home, at Olympico in Rome. Then there is Wales, which on paper might seem a very affordable formation: but Will forget that in the final edition of the European Championships, the British even made it to the semifinals. And finally, Turkey, the historically difficult opponent of Rosocross. And not only.

Switzerland – which has now participated in the final stages of major events – is approaching this tournament with its “usual” goal: to pass the bowling stage successfully and qualify for the round of 16. We’ll see later. Yesterday coach Vladimir Petkovic played in advance and announced the names of the 26 men who will make up the Rosocross expedition. Well, goalkeeper Gregor Koppel and under-21 players Dan Nadwi and Andy Zachary will not travel to Baku. In short, it is not a surprise. “Everyone deserved to participate in the tournament. Even the three players who were no longer able to participate in the group made a great impression on me in recent days and showed that they are promising for the future. It was a valuable experience for both the technical staff and the direct participants,” the coach said. Be able to contribute to improving the Swiss precedents: the previous eight and the damn. In 2016 – in France – the sanctions against irresistible Poland were fatal. The same music at the 2018 World Cup in Russia: Sweden killed us. It was the controversial World Cup, in Rossocrocia’s home, from the Eagle gesture by Granit Xhaka and Xherdan Shaqiri and Captain Stephan Lichtsteiner. Here, Granit Schaka. Today he is, Arsenal midfielder, who wears the captain’s armband. Will he learn his lesson? If all Swiss fans like it: We like it or not , Xhaka remains the main man in the national team. He is called to dictate the rhythms and ensure the balance of Switzerland which will focus on a tried and tested games organization to try to go as far as possible. He seemed rather full in the friendly match against USA Rossocrossati is still playing with Liechtenstein and ten days ready to be ready for his debut against Wales. There are not a few elements that, after a season spent on the bench most of the field or coming back from injuries, have to find the right sensations: Cher, Rodriguez, Zuber, Empolo, Shaqiri. We know very well that Switzerland cannot abandon the imagination of the Liverpool player. Also because, historically, the main problem in the big leagues has always been finding the way to the goal. On the other hand, the defensive stage must provide sufficient guarantees of rigidity. Up front, then, Switzerland should hope that their attackers confirm the good things they have done with their clubs. Harris Severovic has scored 22 goals with his side, Benfica. With Dynamo Zagreb, Mario Gavranovi scored 17 goals instead.

Fresh Air for Mansio

The group’s biggest favorite is clearly Italy. After the dramatic elimination from the World Cup in Russia, the Azuri turned the page and Roberto Mancini brought a breath of fresh air into the dressing room. In the qualifiers, Italy beat the N Blaine team: ten matches and ten wins. In an easy group, of course, the Azores have re-discovered the lost certainties of the Ventura era. In 2016, in France, the team’s path, led by Antonio Conte, was interrupted in the quarter-final stadium: on penalties, against Germany. Mancini has managed to create an interesting blend that combines a good dose of inspiration and classic Italian solidity. Successor to Mancio will depend on the experience of the “old men” Chiellini and Bonucci, but in midfield, Italy can have the advantage. Jorginho’s architecture, Barella’s imagination and entries, and the Verratti class guarantee quality and quantity. Of course, the PSG player has a knee problem and risks missing out on the first scheduled matches. Roma Captain Lorenzo Pellegrini is ready to replace him. Up front, then, Mancini relies on two prolific ingredients like Lorenzo Insigne and Ciro Immobile – not always convincing in blue – backed by Federico Chiesa’s unpredictability. If Gigio Donnarumma – currently without a team – manages to forget about the tormented breakup and the argument with Milan, Italy will become a very bad client for everyone.

Turkey risks becoming a bad customer, too. Also because the two matches in Baku, against Switzerland and Wales, the Turks will practically play on their own soil, with the crowd that will be everything to them. On the bench – leading a national team capable of defeating France at home and drawing in Paris in the qualifiers – Senol Jeunesse, third-place engineer in the 2002 World Cup. Yesterday, he tied with Guinea in a friendly match), the Turkish in the lead can count on the French champion Lille striker Burak Yilmaz has 16 goals. In the midfield, the Turks will rely on the imagination and international experience of Milan’s Hakan Calhanoglu. But the real strength of Turkey can be the solidity of the defense that highlights the name Juventus Meret Demiral and Caglar Soyuncu, in the city center of Leicester.

Most bookies don’t believe in Wells. And this is despite the loophole signed in 2016. Remember? The Dragon, during the French European Championship, was the heroes of an incredible journey, which collapsed in the semi-final against Portugal (later winner). It was His Majesty Gareth Bell who dragged the British at the time. Yet that will be the case. “He escaped” from Madrid and the lack of respect Real Madrid saves him, the 33-year-old has returned to look for the best feelings “on his home soil”. At Tottenham, really. In fact it is somewhat gone. Occasionally injured, Bale nonetheless played a spike at the end of the season. Seasoned with several goals. The defenses of Italy, Switzerland and Turkey were warned. Captain Wells said: “It would be great to repeat the 2016 track, but we have to be realistic.” With the exception of Juventus player Aaron Ramsay, the British player will be the choice in the Premier League. A selection, however, is orphaned by its designated trainer. In fact, Ryan Giggs was acquitted of the union after he attacked his ex-partner and friend. They are all sent back to court. Thus, Robert Page, former Giggs MP and former Under-21 coach, will be at the helm of Wales at Euro 2020.