Save Italian De Rossi

Italy survived the defeat in the inaugural match of Group F provision for the 2010 World Cup Stadium in Cape Town, Cape Town, on Tuesday (6/15/2010) early morning local time, when against Paraguay. Coming from behind by Antolin Alcaraz's header goal in the first half, "Gli Azzurri" could finally responded in the second half through sontekan Daniele De Rossi, football corner bait Simone Pepe.

Thus, both teams collect one point and occupy the top position. They will wait for the results of Slovakia vs New Zealand which will take place Tuesday night.

Italy took the initiative to attack from the kick-off whistle sounded. The flow of the ball from the center conducted by Riccardo Montolivo and De Rossi made Gli Azzurri continued to dominate the game while looking for opportunities to score goals.

However, efforts made by the team coach Marcello Lippi is still not reaping the rewards for meeting defense Paraguay. "La Albirroja", which seems more ready to accept the Italian attack, do not let the duo Alberto Gilardino and Vincenzo Iaquinta free-standing in the penalty box. Therefore, until the first 15 minutes, there was no chance that endanger the Paraguay goal.

Only in the 20th minute, Italy had the opportunity to rip the nets Justo Villar. Unfortunately, Montolivo, who received a long feed from behind, do not be too quick to counterattack. After passing through the center line and two players to stay behind the opponent's face, he hurried the kick off toward the goal, which is easily captured Villar.

Having the opportunity, Paraguay also respond and replace the pressing defense of Italy. Three-quarter money, "Los Guaranies" was not able to penetrate the defense barricade Italy captain Fabio Cannavaro coordinated.

The 29th minute, Italian rearguard Paraguay berjibaku make when they get a corner kick. Fortunately, Alcaraz kick a ball very swiftly in anticipation of De Rossi which is directed into the goal mouth. While flying, she managed to banish the ball with his foot.

Continue to dominate the match, the Italian goalkeeper conceded in the 39th minute. Alcaraz become a nightmare for Gli Azzurri since his header to deflect the ball free kick Aureliano Torres deceive Gianluigi Buffon.

Despite the convoy of about four Italian players, head Alcaraz managed to reach the round leather that sank into the left corner of the goal, while Buffon already moved to the right. Survive until the interval score 1-0.

Starting the second half, Paraguay appear more confident. Unlike at the beginning of the game where they are more distressed, this time offset Paraguay Italian game. In fact, they are more offensive to grilling Azzurri goalkeeper, who in this second round was escorted by Cagliari goalkeeper Federico Marchetti, replacing Buffon.

Italy also provides a counter-attack is quite dangerous. In minute 53, the defending champion team gets a pretty good chance to equalize. However, failed to maximize feed Pepe Gianluca Zambrotta. Salto movement to grab the bait gastric Zambrotta, Pepe failed precisely because of his kick not hit the target, so the ball left the pitch the game.

Looking at the performance of the middle row is less good, Lippi pulled out Claudio Marchisio and enter Mauro Camoranesi. New entry into the field, Juventus veteran players to provide feedback directly to the Pepe mature standing at the mouth of the goal. But Villar is very sprightly anticipate that managed to catch the ball with a stick.

The presence of long-haired players that really change the Italy game, which again took over control of the game. As a result, in the 63rd minute they were able to equalize the score to 1-1 through sontekan De Rossi, who welcomes feedback Pepe corner kick.

Eight minutes from time, the Italian goalkeeper again endanger Paraguay. This time, Montolivo lightning kick off horizontally from outside the penalty box to the right corner of the goal. But, as he dropped the body, Villar managed to reach the round leather and brushed out.

After the exam was given Montolivo, no longer owned the best chance of both teams. Until the game was over, the score remained 1-1, so both teams had to settle for sharing the number one.

Furthermore, Italy will face New Zealand on 20 June. On paper, Cannavaro and his friends would win this duel. Meanwhile, Paraguay will face opponents who can not be viewed lightly, Slovakia, also on the same date.

09.20 | 0 komentar | Read More

De Rossi: Italy Must clean up!

Rescuer Italy, Daniele De Rossi, asserted that "Gli Azzurri" must immediately clean up if you want to survive long in the 2010 World  Cup. He said Italy must not look like the face of Paraguay when the second party melakoni allowance for  Group  F against New Zealand  on Sunday  (20/06/2010).

When against Paraguay, Italy was on the horns as they left behind since the 38th minute header goal by Antolin Alcaraz. Luckily, in the 63rd minute Rossi goalkeeper Justo Villar managed to break after a corner kick bait Simone Pepe.

"For the first goal, I was confused and it should be my responsibility to guard it (Alcaraz). We are angry, I am angry," said Roma midfielder was told Sky Sport Italia. "In the last 15 minutes they were aggressive and we did not, so at this level we have to pay for it with one goal."

"Maybe we should make improvements in the last 15 minutes. We should be more concentration in those days."

"We all must continue to make improvements, and this is not about individuals, but as a team."

09.19 | 0 komentar | Read More

Totti: De Rossi Sure Shine

Francesco Totti Roma Striker praised his team mate, Daniel De Rossi, who scored a goal and to save Italy from the defeat against Paraguay With his ability, De Rossi will shine in 2010 World Cup in South Africa.

As against Paraguay, Italy had been on the fence because of lagging first since the 38th minute header from Antolin Alcaraz. Lucky De Rossi managed to break goalkeeper Justo Villar after welcoming Simone Pepe corner kick in the 63rd minute. Final score to 1-1. With a draw, the chances of Italy qualified for the next round is still open.

Opinion Totti, De Rossi deserves all the praise from the public. He is convinced the 26-year-old midfielder will show his best with Italy. "De Rossi great. He deserves a greeting from us all," Totti wrote on his personal blog.

"He performed brilliantly against Paraguay. It's incredible. His goal was crucial for Italy. Right now, he has scored nine goals for Italy and I'm sure he will do his best," he explained.

Today, Italy is in second place standings. At the next party, Fabio Cannavaro et al will be against New Zealand,

09.18 | 0 komentar | Read More

De Rossi: Italian Pursuit of 4 Large

Just grabbed a draw in the inaugural match against Paraguay did not make the Italian national  team optimism faded. Coming to the match versus New Zealand  squad  "La Nazionale" even more confident.

As disclosed midfielder Daniele De Rossi, Italy is now the focus to be, at least, the best four 2010 World Cup in South Africa.

"It is a failure if we fail to qualify from group stage and was unable to enter the quarter-finals. finish in the top four will be an important achievement for the team," said De Rossi, quoted by the Italian Football.

Responding to the opportunities his team to face New Zealand on Sunday (20/06/2010) tomorrow, AS Roma midfielder replied wisely. "Based on quality, we are better. We should be able to beat them despite obstacles will certainly appear," said 26-year-old player.

"We must change the way we look at New Zealand. There is now no longer matches in the World Cup ended with the score 5-0 or 6-0," she said.

Without the presence of playmaker Andrea Pirlo, the Italian game does look less creative. However, De Rossi said Ricardo Montolivo enough to give the role of the camp "Gli Azzurri".

"Without Pirlo, we are playing without a creative player. However, Montolivo played well. I feel comfortable with it. In my opinion, Montolivo performance nearly equivalent to Pirlo," said De Rossi.

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De Rossi, Joiner's Life "Gli Azzurri"

Italy lost its power. As defending champion, "Gli Azzurri" was never able to defeat his opponents in the first two games of the 2010 World Cup. Fortunately, Italy has midfielder Daniele De Rossi, who can remove Italy from the threat of defeat.

In the first two games, both opponents Paraguay and New Zealand, farm team Marcello Lippi is always conceded first. When against Paraguay on Monday (6/14/2010), goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon first ripped through the action Antolin Alcaraz in the 39th minute. De Rossi equate it then, until the score ended 1-1.

In the second match, against New Zealand, Italy as having "deja vu". Just seven minutes the ball rolling, Fabio Cannavaro and his friends again conceded a goal first. This time the failure Cannavaro drove the ball over Shane Smeltz scored from the foot. Italy finally escaped from the defeat after Vincenzo Iaquinta evened the score through penalty kicks. Fight ended with the score 1-1.

In two games, always a figure that appears as the hero of Italy's savior. Who else if not Daniele De Rossi. Wicket tally to Paraguay, utilize Simone Pepe corner kick in the 63rd minute, ending a frustrating anxiety Italian players face physical pressure Latin American players.

In a match last night, De Rossi did not score against New Zealand. However, a penalty for Italy came from the hard work that Roma players. Because of De Rossi was dropped Tommy Smith, referee Stephane Lannoy from France directly pointed white dots. Well-executed penalty by Iaquinta, so that Italy is still a chance to qualify for the last 16 despite having to compete hard with other teams in Group F.

After the game versus the "All Whites", De Rossi received the title field stars from the FIFA website readers. Predicate that is not excessive for the best midfielders currently owned Italian. Midfielder predicted by Roma captain Francesco Totti, a player who will shine in the tournament this time.

Born in Rome, July 24, 1983, De Rossi is an original player upbringing "I Giallorossi" and became the idol of Roman. In addition to the important role for the team, his loyalty to the "I Lupi" brought the nickname "Capitan Futuro" for a player who often gets the role as defensive midfielder.

After bringing the Italian Under-21 national team became European champion 2004, and then dedicate a bronze medal at the Athens Olympics in the same year, De Rossi directly get the chance in the squad's senior national team. His appearance at the 2006 World Cup qualifier against Norway led to his first goal for "Gli Azzurri". In the age of 22 years in March the same year, he is entrusted with the task as "Il Capitano" friendly match versus Italy in Iceland.

Unfortunately, at the World Cup finals in Germany that, his performance suffered an anticlimax. After elbowing Brian McBride of the United States in the group phase, De Rossi must undergo a four-game suspension. Luckily he could still play in the final of the French opponent. However, despite playing just started the second half, he had netted one goal in a penalty shootout. Italy eventually won the final and De Rossi came home as champions.

09.15 | 0 komentar | Read More