Azzurri Italy

The 2010 World Cup is looking very exciting with several strong teams competing for the World Cup trophy. Several fantastic teams are showing equally fantastic performances so far, so you can expect to see great matches and strong competitive aura when the grand football event of the world started in June. Italy is of course among the favorites, determined to defend their 2006 win with another solid win this year.

Italy’s football playing style is rather unique. You will not see long passes or strategical plays when you see Italy play a football match. Instead, you can surely see fast-paced game, short passes, and strong attacks right to the heart of opponent’s defensive line. What makes Italy’s playing style very interesting to watch is the team’s features and strong coordination. Players are also known to have strong stamina, allowing them to play extended matches and gain competitive advantages.

Award-winning goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon is guarding Italy’s goal this year. The captain-band remains in the possession of Fabio Cannavaro, Italy’s defensive player known for its amazing read and coordination skills. Gennaro Gattuso is inspiring the midfielders as well as attacking players to construct solid attacks and erratic movements that will tear apart enemy’s defense line in an instant. Alberto Gilardino will be ready to score some goals for the team at the front-end.

Italy is up against strong team before they can play at the World Cup final match to defend their trophy, but a lot of critiques are seeing Italy as one of the strongest contender in 2010 World Cup.