In the first knockout match of Euro 2024, Italy and Switzerland faced off fiercely. As a result, Switzerland eliminated Italy 2-0, leaving world football in the spotlight.
In this knockout round of the European Championship, the Swiss team showed a true powerhouse. At the end of the first half, the Swiss team broke the deadlock with a precise pass from Vargas and a decisive shot from Freuler, exposing the obvious holes in the Italian defence. The scene sent a lot of opinions from the audience, with some criticizing the Italian defenders for their slow reaction and others praising Switzerland's tactical set-up and execution.
Early in the second half, the Swiss attacked again, and just 27 seconds later, Vargas scored with a brilliant curling ball to extend the score to 2-0. The goal not only boosted the morale of the Swiss team, but also put the Italian team in a more passable predicament. The Italian fans on the sidelines couldn't help but say in disappointment, "The Italian team's defense is really too vegetable, and it is completely incapable of dealing with the speed and breakthrough of Switzerland." Some fans joked, "It seems that Mourinho has long seen through their shortcomings." ”
The Italians were in a passive state throughout the game, failing to find effective counter-attacking opportunities at crucial moments. Some football analysts and netizens took to social media to discuss that the Italian team's lack of composure and organisation at key moments led to their defeat in this game. Someone commented, "Italy's tactical response was so slow that it was clearly overwhelmed by the pace of the Swiss team. Some netizens even humorously said, "Mourinho is so powerful, his predictions are as accurate as a prophet." ”
Before the 1/8 finals of the European Championship, Mourinho deeply questioned the strength of the Italian team. A well-known figure in football, he has been outspoken about the fact that the Italian team lacks enough talent and technical support to make a difference in the European Championships. His remarks have attracted a lot of attention and discussion, especially among Italian football circles and fans. When it comes to Jose Mourinho, there is a general consensus that he is one of the top coaches in the world today. This assessment is not a blind compliment, but is based on the great success he has achieved in several countries and clubs. From Chelsea in England to Inter Milan in Italy to Real Madrid in Spain, Mourinho has undoubtedly left a lasting impact on the world of football management.
Online, discussions about Mourinho are always hot and controversial topics. Some fans believe that Mourinho's success is not only due to his superb tactical set-up, but also because he understands the psychology of his players and is good at bringing out their potential. A netizen named "Football Maniac" wrote on the forum: "Mourinho is like a military advisor, he is not only a coach, but also an inspirer and tactician. His tactics are not only aimed at his opponents, but also know the characteristics of his own players, which allows him to always find a way to beat his opponents. ”
However, not everyone is happy with Mourinho's approach. Some fans have criticised him for being too tough and over-tactical, believing that he sometimes relied too much on solid defence and quick counter-attacks, and neglected the team's creativity on the offensive end. One netizen named "Football Critic" commented: "Mourinho's style has certainly brought success, but he has been too conservative at times. His team is usually very solid defensively, but appears somewhat one-dimensional and dependent on the performance of individual players in attack. ”
Mourinho's success lies not only in his tactical precision, but also in his managerial shrewdness and interpersonal approach. His coaching experience in different countries has taught him to adapt to different cultures and player backgrounds, so as to better mobilize and unite the team. A netizen named "Football History Buff" commented: "Mourinho has been able to succeed at different clubs because he is not just a coach, but a leader. He was able to build a strong team spirit and combat effectiveness in a short period of time. ”
Mourinho's assessment of the Italian team is not unfounded. He pointed out that Italy has had a mediocre performance in international competitions in recent years, failing to show the strength and consistency to match the traditional powerhouses. He highlighted Italy's lack of crunch time in particular, arguing that they had obvious deficiencies in both defence and attack.
After the game, Mourinho's prediction was actually verified. Throughout the game, Italy failed to match the strong confrontation of Switzerland and were eliminated with a score of 0-2. The Swiss team showed excellent teamwork and tactical execution during the game, especially in the attacking end.
Mourinho's remarks not only became a hot topic of discussion after the game, but also caused fans to think deeply about the strength of the Italian team. Some fans took to social media to express their agreement with Mourinho's sentiments, believing that the Italian team's performance in this game was indeed disappointing, failing to show enough fighting spirit and technical level. Someone commented, "Jose Mourinho is right, the Italian team is really too slow to react at critical moments. ”
On the other hand, there are also Italian fans who express dissatisfaction and refutation of Mourinho's views. They believe that Italy, despite losing this game, are still a strong team with a long football tradition, and that a temporary slump should not negate their long-term strength and potential. Some fans are hoping that the Italian team can find their form and show their style and quality again in future matches.
Switzerland's consistent performance should not be overlooked. They reached the last eight of two European Championships in a row, showing their competitiveness and consistency at a high level. The victory in this knockout round once again demonstrated the strength of the Swiss team and the advantages of teamwork.
Italy's surprise exit has had a profound impact on the competitive landscape in the bottom half of this tournament. As a theoretically strong team, Italy's exit has made competition in the bottom half more open and unpredictable. In particular, teams such as England may be able to seize this opportunity to move towards higher achievements in the face of new opportunities and challenges.
Overall, Italy's performance and challenges at this European Championship have demonstrated the unpredictability of football and the brutality of competition. Although Mourinho's prediction has sparked controversy, it is also worth pondering the extent to which his analysis is consistent with the actual result. The next game, especially for England, will be a historic opportunity to make a historic breakthrough and it will be interesting to see if they can take advantage of it.
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