In the first quarter-final of Euro 2024, the match between Italy and Switzerland was an unexpected upset. As the defending champions, Italy should have put in an excellent performance in the knockout rounds, but their sluggish form in the group stage has not been effectively improved. In contrast, Switzerland continued their strong run at the last European Championship, showing a steady pace of play and a calm response at crucial moments in the group stage.
From the outset, Switzerland showed a comprehensive press, attacking the Italian goal with frequent attacks, and broke the deadlock in the first half with a goal from Freuder, giving Italy the first goal in this tournament.
At the start of the second half, Switzerland continued to show strong momentum, attacking quickly in the transition between attack and defence, trying to further consolidate their lead. Standing on the edge of the box, Vargas decided to try a long-range shot against the defence of Italian goalkeeper Donnarumma. The fans' hearts seemed to stop beating at the moment, as Vargas's shot thundered and the ball went through the gap between the defenders and straight into the corner. Donnarumma did his best to save but he couldn't do anything and the goal extended the score to 2-0 and gave Switzerland an even bigger advantage.
On social media, the discussion about Vargas's goal was instantly lively. Some netizens have expressed their appreciation for his skill and determination. "Vargas' goal was simply beautiful! Perfect long shot, no hesitation! One fan commented excitedly. Another quipped: "Donnarumma looks like he's scared, this goal is a little loosely guarded!" "These comments not only show the impact of Vargas's excellent performance, but also reveal Italy's deficiencies on the defensive end.
Italy tried to counter-attack after Vargas' goal, and they tightened up their midfield control in an attempt to break down the Swiss defence with quick passes and breakdowns. However, Switzerland's overall defence was very solid, they quickly rebounded and weakened Italy's attacking force with a compact defensive organisation. One netizen commented: "Italy looks a bit helpless right now, Switzerland's defensive tempo is too tight! This intuitive observation reflects Italy's struggle against a solid Swiss defence.
In the final minutes of the game, Italy stepped up their attacking efforts but failed to create a real threat to the Swiss goal. After the match, social media was filled with various comments and analyses on Italy's performance. Some fans expressed their disappointment: "Italy's performance in this game was really not satisfactory, the attacking organization was too single. Others bluntly stated: "It's an embarrassing record to lose to Switzerland again for the first time in 31 years!" "These reactions speak volumes about the challenges Italy face during the tournament and the expectations that fans expect from the team.
After the game, the Italian side had to face the reality of their own overall lack of strength. In the game, they made frequent mistakes in the defensive end, which not only created scoring opportunities for Switzerland, but also exposed the team's weakness in defensive organization. Swiss football is characterised by their technical and tactical dexterity. Swiss football coaches have always placed great emphasis on developing their players' technical and tactical awareness. Through systematic training and actual experience in the game, they allow players to flexibly respond to the changes and challenges of various opponents on the field. The Swiss players usually show very solid fundamentals, whether it is passing, ball control or attacking organisation, they appear to be very precise and effective.
Some fans expressed their approval and appreciation for the technical and tactical flexibility of the Swiss team: "The Swiss players were really impressive on the pitch, their passing and organisational skills made the opposition difficult to handle. Other fans put it in the tactical way: "The Swiss team is very precise in their tactical set-up, they are able to adjust their formation in time for the game, and this flexibility allows them to gain an advantage when it matters most." ”
Swiss football's training system at home is also one of the keys to their success. The coaches focus on developing their football skills and awareness from a young age, and this long-term commitment and dedication has resulted in a number of highly skilled players for the Swiss team. "The success of Swiss football is not accidental, it is the result of many years of training system and tactical training." One fan commented.
Donnarumma, as a goalkeeper, was unable to avoid the collapse of the defence despite his excellent performances at some crucial moments. Some fans took to social media to express their frustration at defensive blunders: "Italy's defense is so fragile, it's a point-away! Others were blunt: "The defensive performance in this game was disappointing and unworthy of being the defending champions." ”
In attack, Italy also looked lackluster. They lack effective organisation and decision-making skills, especially against a tight Swiss defence, and are rarely able to create a real threat to their opponents. Some fans expressed their dissatisfaction with the performance of the attacking line: "Italy's attack is too one-dimensional and lacks creativity. Others said: "We need more attacking variation and organisation, otherwise it will be difficult to do well in the knockout rounds." ”
The decline in overall strength has overshadowed the defending champions, who were already favored. The performance in this game didn't even look like what a top European football team should be. Fans are full of worries and doubts about the team's future performance: "We need to start all over again and re-examine the team's overall tactical and individual performances. 'These reactions reflect Italy's challenges and areas for improvement at this tournament and hopefully the team will be able to regain their competitive form in the upcoming games.
This match was not only a victory for Switzerland, but also a major challenge and defeat for Italy at the tactical and technical level. For Italy, this is not only a defeat, but also a moment of deep reflection and reinvention.
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