The English underestimate the value at defending but it is equally important to defend than it is to be an astounding attacker.The game of football is about both, just imagine if you had a job and you were a whiz at the computers but you couldn't talk to anyone, you would be pretty crappy at your job, the same goes for the beautiful game. They're both equally as important and vital to the game. This just shows the nasty side of the English, anything they don't understand or is different to them they'll treat with suspicion and distrust!
But back to the game; Gianluigi Buffon is out and it is feared that he might miss the whole competition!! This would be truly horrible as he also missed the 2010 World Cup due to injury. I've explained how defending is important but having a great goalkeeper is equally important, if not more. Buffon is more than a keeper, he is the captain and as a true captain he is a great leader, he is experienced in the big games and is able to handle the pressure and he exudes that sense of calm to the players in front of him which is always a good thing. And if you go a goal down ( God forbid!) he is still able to stay focused and make sure his teammates remain focused. Get well soon Gigi!
Another miss is Riccardo Montolivio, he got injured during the " friendly" against the Republic of Ireland. He would have brought extra elegance to the midfield and he has a good head on his shoulders and in games where the heat and strain starts to get to you, intelligence, not speed is vital. He will be missed and it's sad for him as at the age of 29, this could be his last major tournament .. and he missed out because a brute broke his leg in what was essentially an exhibitiom match, but I'm sure Area Pirlo, Claudio Marchisio and Marco Verratti can handle it!
But hey, it's just a game.. right?
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