A perfect entry into competition for Roberto Mancini: his three attackers have been full of confidence by scoring, his defense has not taken goals for 9 consecutive matches (for 28 scored!) And his Italy remains on 28 games without defeat. Although they had a bad start to the match, Italy sharpened its blades in the second half, to get rid three times the Turkish defense, ultimately powerless (3-0). Without doubt, a success that launches Squadra Azzura, which took a long time to find the opening.
Clearly superior, Italy did not make any mistakes against Turkey in the first game of the competition. With the backing of Tifosi who have been in the stadium for over a year and with great envy, Italy launched their Euro perfectly, largely dominating Turkey (3-0) on Friday night in the opener in Rome.
This reborn Italian team, rebuilt three years ago by Roberto Mancini after having failed the qualification for the 2018 World Cup which traumatized a whole generation of Azzurri supporters, kept its promises by winning in its own way: with enthusiasm, that of captain Giorgio Chiellini was not hesitating to attack, play and goals.
Roberto Mancini, Italy coach after the victory against Turkey (3-0) said : “We had a good game, even in the first half, when we couldn’t find the net. It was not a simple game. It is a good start against a good team. There is public support. One is happy. What was decisive? When we played fast in the wing changes. A message for favorites? We had a great game here in Rome, which is what makes us happy. An incredibly beautiful evening, we hope to live more.”
