Attack-less Azzurri: Italy will only go as far as its defence can carry it

It is safe to say that Italy have exceeded expectations at the Euros so far. In qualifying, one of their lineups was described by Gazzetta dello Sport as "one of the worst in memory," while their current squad has generally been regarded as one of their least talented in decades. But Antonio Conte has masterminded victories against Belgium (2-0) and Sweden (1-0) to win the group with a game to spare, meaning he can rest players against Ireland. So far, so good.