In the knockout stage of Euro 2024, Italy plays against Switzerland. As the defending champions, Italy should have shown a strong performance, but their performance in the group stage was a shock. In the first round of the group stage, they narrowly defeated Albania; lost to Spain in the second round; In the third round, it was thanks to Zaccagni's crucial goal that Croatia were drawn. The problem of aging on the offensive end has been plaguing them, and the road to promotion has been full of twists and turns.
In the group stage, the Swiss team had a solid performance, which gave them a look of confidence against Italy. They opened their game against Hungary, and while Hungary had a strong start, Switzerland got off to a flying start with a brilliant set-piece winner. This victory made many netizens say that the Swiss team has shown strength and determination, and is expected to make a difference in this European Cup.
Then, the Swiss team faced quite a challenge against Scotland. Despite their dominant possession, the Scotland defensively resilient and the two sides eventually drew 1-1. Some netizens commented that the Swiss team showed unity and patience in this game, and although they could not take all three points, they also showed their potential and strength.
Against Germany, the Swiss team also performed well. Despite Germany's high possession in the game, the Swiss showed excellent counterplay in defence and counter-attacks, and ultimately held their own door with a score of 0-0. Some netizens commented that the Swiss team showed maturity and calmness in this game, was not affected by the pressure of the opponent, and showed tenacious defensive strength.
At the start of the game, the Italian team surprised their performance. They were a bit passive and couldn't control the pace of the game as expected. In contrast, the Swiss showed aggressive possession and attacking strategy, keeping the entire first half under their control.
Switzerland had more than 60% possession, and this was particularly evident in the game. With frequent possession and quick passing, they forced the Italians to expend a lot of energy on the defensive end. On the pitch, the Swiss players showed excellent teamwork and technical ability, and every attack appeared to be methodical, making it difficult for opponents to find gaps.
In the 37th minute of the first half, the Swiss team finally broke the deadlock. Freuler's volley from outside the box flew off to Donarumma's block and hit the top right corner with precision to give Switzerland a 1-0 lead. This goal not only boosted the morale of the Swiss team, but also forced the Italian team to face a bigger challenge.
The stats show that Italy barely posed too much of a threat to their opponents in the first half. They had just one shot on goal, and this time it was not on target, and the opposition goalkeeper easily confiscated the ball. Switzerland, on the other hand, showed a much more varied attacking approach, not just shooting but also frequent crosses and breakaways, keeping the Italian defence under constant pressure.
For the Swiss team, the victory in this game was not accidental. They showed their technical and tactical superiority through their actual performances on the field. In the eyes of fans and spectators, this performance of the Swiss team was not only the result of luck, but also the result of their long period of hard work and team chemistry. The Swiss national team has always been a counter-attacking tactic, and this tactic has been unusually solid in their performances. Defensively, they showed great organisation and teamwork, with every player on hand to make it difficult for the opposition to find the back of the net. In attack, the Swiss team showed some unique attacking methods, especially with their ability to attack from the middle, creating a lot of threats through quick passes and breaks.
Many netizens were impressed by this tactic of the Swiss team. Some have commented that the Swiss team's defense is like a strong wall, almost impeccable, leaving opponents helpless. Their defensive ability is not only an individual performance, but also a reflection of the tacit understanding of the overall team, which makes people feel admirable to watch.
In terms of attack, the Swiss team's attacking strategy in the middle has also been recognized by many fans. Some fans analyzed that the Swiss team was good at using midfield control in the game, and played a lot of beautiful offensive combinations through accurate passing and fast conversion. This tactic is not only efficient, but also has a certain amount of surprise, making it difficult for opponents to adapt and deal with it all the time.
For the Swiss team, this tactical choice is not only based on strength and condition, but also the result of their long-term training and accumulation. Their in-depth understanding and honing of tactics have led to a unique style of play that has enabled them to excel on the international stage.
For Italy, this game was a tough test. In the face of Switzerland's aggressive attack, they showed problems with an ageing squad and a single tactical approach. Although they were the defending champions, their performances at this tournament were not as good as they could have been. During the game, the Italian players looked a little lacking in energy and could not effectively cope with the high-intensity attacks of their opponents.
At the start of the second half, Italy lost again, and Vargas seized the opportunity to score another goal as Switzerland extended the score to 2-0. The Italians were in an even bigger predicament, never being able to find an effective offensive means to hit back their opponents. Donnarumma's save in front of goal was also powerless, and the Italian defence was full of holes.
At the end of the game, the Swiss team held on to a 2-0 victory, successfully eliminated the defending champions Italy, and became the first team to advance to the quarter-finals of this European Championship. This match not only showed the strength and strategy of the Swiss team, but also exposed the problems of the Italian team in attack and defense. The successful qualification of the Swiss team was the best reward for their consistent performance, while the Italian team had to go home early with regret.
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