Match #15: Italy vs Switzerland

 

AB: Another good game on our hands. Italy set the tone by putting in the performance of Matchday 1 in a 3-0 demolition of turkey. I am expecting them to build on the performance and get another win against the Swiss.

The Swiss have a strong core, and in Breel Embolo, a real threat from corners and on the break as well. The Swiss will need a result here after dropping points against Wales. Midfield will be a good battle, and it will be interesting to see if Zakaria is handled a starting spot to break down the Italian attack. Also interesting to see if the Italy coach starts Chiesa over Berardi.

My prediction; 2-1 to Italy, with an entertaining contest on our hands 


dark7knight:

Italy racked up a 3-0 against Turkey, but Turkeys over defensiveness for the better part of 60 mins and having to attack after the 1st own goal played into Italy's hands. Anf the swiss should have bagged all 3 points with a dominant performance against Wales. Am still not convinced about the recovery pace of Italy's cb pair, and their wide fwds. So do Switzerland go defensive against the big boys of the group and go for a draw? But despite my complaints, the sheer quality of Italy's midfield and wingbacks may prove to be too much for the Swiss, going  for Italy to win by a 2-1 margin

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