Spain vs Italy, Nations League semifinal: Defeat makes Italy stronger but Donnarumma jeers were wrong, says Mancini
3 years, 2 months ago

Spain vs Italy, Nations League semifinal: Defeat makes Italy stronger but Donnarumma jeers were wrong, says Mancini

The Hindu  

Roberto Mancini believes Italy’s first defeat in more than three years against Spain will make it stronger, but the manager was unhappy with the Milan crowd for jeering goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma. The European champion lost it UEFA Nations League semi-final 2-1 at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on Wednesday, ending a world record 37-match unbeaten run stretching back to 2018. READ: Spain ends Italy's winning streak to reach Nations League final The goalkeeper became an unpopular figure among AC Milan fans after refusing to sign a new contract and leaving the club to join Paris St Germain on a free transfer in July. The Azzurri fell behind early to a Ferran Torres goal before suffering a disastrous end to the first half, as Leonardo Bonucci earned a second yellow card and Torres doubled Spain’s lead.

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UEFA Nations League 2024-25: France out for revenge against Italy, says Digne
1 month, 1 week ago

UEFA Nations League 2024-25: France out for revenge against Italy, says Digne

The Hindu  

France will be out to avenge their defeat from earlier this year when they take on Italy in a UEFA Nations League clash at the San Siro in Milan on Sunday, defender Lucas Digne said. Italy secured a 3-1 comeback win at the Parc des Princes in Paris when the teams met in September in the Nations League A Group …

Italy face Swiss test after stumbling into Euros last 16
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Italy face Swiss test after stumbling into Euros last 16

China Daily  

Italy's Mattia Zaccagni celebrates scoring their first goal against Croatia in a Group B match at Euro 2024 at Leipzig Stadium, Leipzig, Germany June 24, 2024. BERLIN - Champions Italy take on Switzerland in the Euro 2024 last 16 on Saturday after making it through the group phase by the skin of their teeth. The Azzurri needed a 98th minute …

Italy advances at Euro 2024 after Zaccagni equalizer in injury time against Croatia
6 months ago

Italy advances at Euro 2024 after Zaccagni equalizer in injury time against Croatia

Associated Press  

LEIPZIG, Germany — Italy substitute Mattia Zaccagni scored in the last minute of stoppage time for Italy to advance to the knockout stage of the European Championship after drawing Croatia 1-1 on Monday. Luka Modric’s second-half strike looked like sending Croatia through as the Group B runner-up, but Zaccagni swept a brilliant shot inside the far post in the eighth …

Spain v Italy LIVE: Result and reaction as Nico Williams skill forces own goal winner in Euro 2024 clash
6 months ago

Spain v Italy LIVE: Result and reaction as Nico Williams skill forces own goal winner in Euro 2024 clash

The Independent  

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Spain advances to knockout round at Euro 2024 with statement win over defending champion Italy
6 months ago

Spain advances to knockout round at Euro 2024 with statement win over defending champion Italy

Associated Press  

GELSENKIRCHEN, Germany — Europe beware — Spain might just be back. “I think it was the best Spain performance I have taken charge of,” coach Luis de la Fuente said. The sky is the limit.” Spain totally dominated defending champion Italy, with 16-year-old winger Lamine Yamal further enhancing his reputation as one of soccer’s most exciting young stars. They caused …

Italy concedes goal after 23 seconds but recovers to beat Albania 2-1 at Euro 2024
6 months, 1 week ago

Italy concedes goal after 23 seconds but recovers to beat Albania 2-1 at Euro 2024

Associated Press  

DORTMUND, Germany — By conceding a goal after just 23 seconds, Italy made the worst possible start to its European Championship title defense. Italy recovered from letting in the quickest goal in the tournament’s 64-year history to beat Albania 2-1 in Dortmund on Saturday in an atmospheric Adriatic derby that immediately threatened an upset. “The scoreline doesn’t reflect the difference …

Spain Snatch Nations League Glory with Shoot-Out Win Against Croatia
1 year, 6 months ago

Spain Snatch Nations League Glory with Shoot-Out Win Against Croatia

News 18  

Dani Carvajal chipped home a Panenka penalty to win Spain the Nations League on Sunday, with a 5-4 shoot-out victory over Croatia, after a tense match finished 0-0 following extra-time. Spain goalkeeper Unai Simon denied Lovro Mayer and Bruno Petkovic from the spot, before Carvajal cheekily chipped home to earn La Roja their first trophy since Euro 2012 and break …

Italy finishes third in Nations League after 3-2 win over Dutch hosts
1 year, 6 months ago

Italy finishes third in Nations League after 3-2 win over Dutch hosts

The Hindu  

Italy claimed the consolation bronze medals at the Nations League finals, and added to a disappointing week for hosts the Netherlands, as it edged the Dutch 3-2 in Sunday’s third place playoff tie at the Twente Stadium. Federico Dimarco thrashed the ball home at the far post in the sixth minute and Davide Frattesi doubled the score from in front …

Nations League: Italy lack attacking talent, says Mancini
1 year, 6 months ago

Nations League: Italy lack attacking talent, says Mancini

The Hindu  

Italy must keep looking for new attacking talent as they continue to struggle to perform at a consistent level, coach Roberto Mancini said on Wednesday after his team’s 2-1 defeat by Spain in the Nations League semifinals. Right now we have good midfielders and defenders, but we are lacking great forwards, I don’t know why.” The defeat by Spain continued …

Substitute Joselu scores late winner as Spain beats Italy 2-1, advances to Nations League final
1 year, 6 months ago

Substitute Joselu scores late winner as Spain beats Italy 2-1, advances to Nations League final

The Hindu  

Another weekend, another European final for Rodri. The midfielder whose goal in Istanbul secured Manchester City’s first Champions League title on Saturday played another key role as Spain beat European champion Italy 2-1 on Thursday to advance to the Nations League final against Luka Modric’s Croatia on Sunday. “It’s been a huge effort — with the World Cup and winning …

Nations League: Spain morale is sky high after Italy win, says coach Fuente
1 year, 6 months ago

Nations League: Spain morale is sky high after Italy win, says coach Fuente

The Hindu  

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente said his team’s morale was “sky high” after they beat Italy on Thursday to reach the Nations League final against Croatia. We’re happy and our morale is sky-high.” The coach handed Robin Le Normand his debut after the French-born defender obtained Spanish nationality in May, and the Real Sociedad player impressed despite conceding an …

Joselu’s late winner against Italy sends Spain into Nations League final
1 year, 6 months ago

Joselu’s late winner against Italy sends Spain into Nations League final

The Hindu  

Substitute Joselu scored a fortunate winner three minutes from the end as Spain booked their place in a second successive Nations League final with a deserved 2-1 victory over Italy on Thursday. Spain capitalised on a defensive lapse to take the lead inside three minutes as Yeremy Pino produced a cool finish, but when debutant Robin Le Normand handled the …

Spain Edges Out Italy to Secure Place in Nations League Final Showdown
1 year, 6 months ago

Spain Edges Out Italy to Secure Place in Nations League Final Showdown

News 18  

Spain’s Joselu pounced with two minutes remaining to snatch a 2-1 win over Italy on Thursday and set up a Nations League final clash against Croatia. “I am very happy for everyone, the group and the coach deserve it,” Jesus Navas, who became Spain’s oldest ever player at 37, told Spanish broadcaster TVE. “It’s a beautiful and hard-fought triumph, this …

Substitute Joselu scores late winner as Spain beats Italy 2-1, advances to Nations League final
1 year, 6 months ago

Substitute Joselu scores late winner as Spain beats Italy 2-1, advances to Nations League final

Associated Press  

ENSCHEDE, Netherlands — Another weekend, another European final for Rodri. The midfielder whose goal in Istanbul secured Manchester City’s first Champions League title on Saturday played another key role as Spain beat European champion Italy 2-1 on Thursday to advance to the Nations League final against Luka Modric’s Croatia on Sunday. “It’s been a huge effort — with the World …

Trio of cup final appearances a boost for Italy, says Mancini
1 year, 6 months ago

Trio of cup final appearances a boost for Italy, says Mancini

The Hindu  

Italian football has been given a boost after three of the country’s clubs reached European finals this season, said national team coach Roberto Mancini ahead of this week’s Nations League campaign in the Netherlands. They’re good players.” Italy faces Spain on Thursday in the Nations League semifinal in the Dutch city of Enschede. “We have reached the Nations League finals …

Nations League: Spain coach facing Italy as if it were his “last match”
1 year, 6 months ago

Nations League: Spain coach facing Italy as if it were his “last match”

The Hindu  

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente said he would take on Italy in the Nations League semifinal on Thursday as if it was his “last game” in charge. The 61-year-old replaced Luis Enrique in December after Spain crashed out of the World Cup in the last 16 and has faced criticism ahead of the “final four”. We’re going to go …

Italy vs England LIVE: Result, final score and reaction as Three Lions triumph in Naples
1 year, 9 months ago

Italy vs England LIVE: Result, final score and reaction as Three Lions triumph in Naples

The Independent  

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Italy looks to rebuild by winning 'Finalissima' as first step
2 years, 6 months ago

Italy looks to rebuild by winning 'Finalissima' as first step

The Hindu  

Italy will look to put the disappointment of failing to qualify for the World Cup behind it and kick-start a new era for the Azzurri by beating Argentina in the 'Finalissima', Italy players said on Tuesday. But Italy's joy turned to anguish eight months later when it failed to qualify for the World Cup for a second time running after …

‘Tired and destroyed’ – The night European champions Italy failed to qualify for the World Cup
2 years, 9 months ago

‘Tired and destroyed’ – The night European champions Italy failed to qualify for the World Cup

New York Times  

Not qualifying for the World Cup was unthinkable to Roberto Mancini. Last summer’s unexpected triumph at the pandemic-delayed European Championship had served as redemption for the ignominy of not qualifying for the World Cup for the first time in 60 years in 2018. Italy’s players belted out the national anthem and the fans intoned Seven Nation Army, the anthem of …

Italy fail to qualify for World Cup after shock defeat by North Macedonia
2 years, 9 months ago

Italy fail to qualify for World Cup after shock defeat by North Macedonia

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Italy missed out on the World Cup finals …

UEFA Nations League: Barella, Berardi's goals help Italy beat Belgium to finish third
3 years, 2 months ago

UEFA Nations League: Barella, Berardi's goals help Italy beat Belgium to finish third

Firstpost  

Italy claimed third place in the Nations League on Sunday after beating Belgium 2-1 to bounce back from their world record unbeaten run being brought to an end. Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois may have called Sunday’s match “pointless” but the two teams put plenty of commitment into their displays, with some players looking to carve out a place in their …

Spain ends Italy's winning streak to reach Nations League final
3 years, 2 months ago

Spain ends Italy's winning streak to reach Nations League final

The Hindu  

Spain ended European champion Italy's world record 37-match unbeaten run as Ferran Torres scored twice in a 2-1 win at the San Siro stadium in an entertaining Nations League semi-final on Wednesday. Italy, trailing by two goals at the break, had to play the entire second half with 10 men after captain Leonardo Bonucci was sent off but showed real …

Italy’s record run ended by 2-1 Nations League loss to Spain
3 years, 2 months ago

Italy’s record run ended by 2-1 Nations League loss to Spain

Associated Press  

MILAN — Spain ended Italy’s record unbeaten run of 37 matches by beating the European champion 2-1 Wednesday in the Nations League semifinals after Roberto Mancini’s team was reduced to 10 men. Now we’ll start thinking about the final.” Lorenzo Pellegrini pulled one back for Italy late on as the Azzurri threatened an improbable comeback. Federico Chiesa was the first …

Italy vs Spain LIVE: Nations League result, final score and reaction
3 years, 2 months ago

Italy vs Spain LIVE: Nations League result, final score and reaction

The Independent  

Spain celebrate Ferran Torres’ second goal Spain ended European champions Italy’s world record 37-match unbeaten run as Ferran Torres scored twice in a 2-1 win at the San Siro stadium in their Nations League semi-final. Torres put Spain ahead in the 17th minute, steering a left-wing cross from Mikel Oyarzabal into the far corner past Italy keeper Gianluigi Donnarumma. Roberto …

Nations League: Italy begins hunt for another trophy against Spain
3 years, 2 months ago

Nations League: Italy begins hunt for another trophy against Spain

The Hindu  

Spain’s cunning plan on how to beat Italy this time appears to have a flaw. Spain coach Luis Enrique recently said he would stick with an attacking philosophy against Italy, but that could prove tricky against a side that has one of the best defenses in international soccer. “Tomorrow, we will have to be alert in all the phases of …

Italy and Spain Open Nations League Final Four with Replay of Euro 2020 Epic
3 years, 2 months ago

Italy and Spain Open Nations League Final Four with Replay of Euro 2020 Epic

News 18  

Italy and Spain will again face off in a semi-final on Wednesday when they take to the field at the San Siro for the Nations League Final Four opener, a replay of their epic Euro 2020 semi-final. “We’ll be facing a great Italy team: they deservedly beat England in the final of the Euro and they’ve kept their long unbeaten …

Roberto Mancini’s son among fans whose seat was taken by ticketless supporters at Euro 2020 final
3 years, 5 months ago

Roberto Mancini’s son among fans whose seat was taken by ticketless supporters at Euro 2020 final

The Independent  

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Euro 2020: Italy erupts in celebration after triumph
3 years, 5 months ago

Euro 2020: Italy erupts in celebration after triumph

The Hindu  

Italians poured into streets and squares in massive numbers on Sunday as the national football team beat England to win Euro 2020, celebrating a success widely seen as a rebound from the heartbreak failure of not qualifying for the last World Cup. READ: EURO 2020 Final in Pictures: Italy defeats England on penalties to lift trophy Italians praised national team …

Mancini in tears over Italy's rise from rock bottom to Euro champions
3 years, 5 months ago

Mancini in tears over Italy's rise from rock bottom to Euro champions

The Hindu  

Italy manager Roberto Mancini said watching three years of hard work come to fruition with Euro 2020 glory on Sunday reduced him to tears at Wembley after his side edged England on penalties. It marked Italy’s first European Championship title since 1968 and was the result of Mancini’s intelligent rebuilding of the national team following their humiliating failure to qualify …

Italy wins Euro 2020, beats England in penalty shootout
3 years, 5 months ago

Italy wins Euro 2020, beats England in penalty shootout

Associated Press  

LONDON — Italian soccer’s redemption story is complete. The match finished 1-1 after extra time at Wembley Stadium, which was filled mostly with English fans hoping to celebrate the team’s first international trophy since the 1966 World Cup. It’s coming to Rome,” Italy defender Leonardo Bonucci shouted into a TV camera amid the celebrations, mocking the famous lyric “it’s coming …

From Missing World Cup to Euro 2020 Final: How Mancini Transformed Italy
3 years, 5 months ago

From Missing World Cup to Euro 2020 Final: How Mancini Transformed Italy

News 18  

Four years ago, when they failed to qualify for the 2018 Football World Cup for the first time in 60 years, Italian football was staring in the dark. The 2006 World Cup winners losing their play-off against Sweden to miss the flight to Russia for the biggest football event shocked not just the Italian fans, but everyone around the world. …

Euro 2020: Italy is not done yet, says Mancini
3 years, 5 months ago

Euro 2020: Italy is not done yet, says Mancini

The Hindu  

Roberto Mancini believes that Italy proved its doubters wrong by reaching the final of Euro 2020, but admitted it had to suffer to reach its first major tournament final in nine years. We are pleased for Italians everywhere who have been following us for the last few weeks.” Italy will face Denmark or England in the final on Sunday as …

Euro 2020: Italy enter final after beating Spain 4-2 in penalty shootout
3 years, 5 months ago

Euro 2020: Italy enter final after beating Spain 4-2 in penalty shootout

Firstpost  

Donnarumma was the hero of the shootout as he saved Morata’s meek penalty low to his left and Jorginho rolled home the next spot-kick to ensure Italy return to Wembley at the weekend. London: Italy beat Spain 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in a magnificent Euro 2020 semi-final at Wembley on Tuesday, as Jorginho converted the decisive kick …

Euro 2020: Italy beats Spain 4-2 via penalties to enter final
3 years, 5 months ago

Euro 2020: Italy beats Spain 4-2 via penalties to enter final

The Hindu  

Italy reached the Euro 2020 final after keeping its nerve from the penalty spot to edge Spain 4-2 in a shootout following a compelling 1-1 draw after extra time on Tuesday. MATCH CENTRE Jorginho coolly rolled the decisive kick past Spain keeper Unai Simon after Alvaro Morata had been thwarted by Gianluigi Donnarumma and Dani Olmo had blasted his effort …

EURO 2020, ITA vs ESP: Possession game serves Spain well, but Italy has its own way, says Roberto Mancini
3 years, 5 months ago

EURO 2020, ITA vs ESP: Possession game serves Spain well, but Italy has its own way, says Roberto Mancini

The Hindu  

Italy coach Roberto Mancini defended Spain's possession-based style of play on Monday but is adamant his side will not change how it sets up for its Euro 2020 semifinal. "In the last 20 years, they have dominated world football so I don't think they will change their style of play now," Mancini told a news conference. READ | The reaction …

Euro 2020: Spain plots reconquest against Italy in semifinal laced with history
3 years, 5 months ago

Euro 2020: Spain plots reconquest against Italy in semifinal laced with history

The Hindu  

Spain's cycle of dominance of European football began and ended with Italy so it is fitting its hopes of a reconquest will see it face Roberto Mancini's side, which is on its own path towards redemption, in Tuesday's Euro 2020 semifinal. This is a fixture laced with history, not least for coach Luis Enrique, who was left with a broken …

Euro 2020 Cup: Mancini hails Italy after reaching Euro 2020 semifinal
3 years, 5 months ago

Euro 2020 Cup: Mancini hails Italy after reaching Euro 2020 semifinal

The Hindu  

Roberto Mancini was overjoyed with his Italy team after it withstood a late onslaught from top-ranked Belgium to win 2-1 and set up a Euro 2020 semifinal clash with Spain. RELATED| Mancini said his players deserved to savour the triumph before thinking about Tuesday's game against three-time European champion Spain at London's Wembley Stadium. "We didn't have a minimum goal, …

Euro 2020: Roberto Mancini thinks Austria test will be harder than quarter-finals for Italy
3 years, 5 months ago

Euro 2020: Roberto Mancini thinks Austria test will be harder than quarter-finals for Italy

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Italy boss Roberto Mancini believes his side could …

Euro 2020: Austria posed bigger threat than potential quarterfinal opponents, says Mancini
3 years, 5 months ago

Euro 2020: Austria posed bigger threat than potential quarterfinal opponents, says Mancini

The Hindu  

After squeezing past Austria in extra-time to reach the Euro 2020 quarterfinals, Italy coach Roberto Mancini said he had expected Saturday's clash to be more challenging than his side's next tie against either Belgium or Portugal. The game finished 0-0 after 90 minutes before goals from substitutes Federico Chiesa and Matteo Pessina were enough to send the Italians through, although …

Euro 2020: Italy progress to quarters after extra-time goals from Federico Chiesa, Matteo Pessina against Austria
3 years, 5 months ago

Euro 2020: Italy progress to quarters after extra-time goals from Federico Chiesa, Matteo Pessina against Austria

Firstpost  

Roberto Mancini’s side, who earned rave reviews after their cruise through the group phase, were made to work hard for their win and had super subs Federico Chiesa and Matteo Pessina to thank. Italy’s fans gave a rousing rendition of their national anthem and were the more enterprising team in the first half but Austria came back strongly after the …

Italy vs Austria result: Federico Chiesa and Matteo Pessina seal Euro 2020 extra-time win
3 years, 5 months ago

Italy vs Austria result: Federico Chiesa and Matteo Pessina seal Euro 2020 extra-time win

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Italy instead displayed resilience, and some old-fashioned doggedness, as Roberto Mancini made …

Euro 2020: Marco Verratti’s majestic return boosts Italy chances
3 years, 6 months ago

Euro 2020: Marco Verratti’s majestic return boosts Italy chances

The Independent  

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Italy impress again in 3-0 win over Switzerland at Euro 2020
3 years, 6 months ago

Italy impress again in 3-0 win over Switzerland at Euro 2020

Associated Press  

ROME — The wingers sprint forward like Ferraris. Midfielder Manuel Locatelli scored two goals Wednesday and the Azzurri beat Switzerland 3-0 to become the first team to reach the last 16 at Euro 2020, and they did it with a game to spare. “I’m fortunate to have great players who enjoy playing soccer, like to have fun and take some …

Listen up: Roberto Mancini is Italy’s standout at Euro 2020
3 years, 6 months ago

Listen up: Roberto Mancini is Italy’s standout at Euro 2020

Associated Press  

ROME — For months, Italy’s players have been repeating the same mantra: “Our strength is in the group. We don’t have a single standout player.” The Azzurri do have a standout coach, though, and Roberto Mancini’s impact in turning around a team that failed to qualify for the last World Cup into a European Championship contender is worthy of praise. …

Revamped Italy show they can shine at Euro 2020
3 years, 6 months ago

Revamped Italy show they can shine at Euro 2020

The Hindu  

Italy will face stronger opposition than Turkey at Euro 2020 but a commanding 3-0 win in the tournament's opening match in front of its own fans on Friday suggests the Azzurri have all the ingredients to go far. The outcome was fitting reward for Roberto Mancini's side which stretched its unbeaten run to 28 games with an impressive performance while …

Italy coach Mancini hails 'important win' in Euro 2020 opener
3 years, 6 months ago

Italy coach Mancini hails 'important win' in Euro 2020 opener

The Hindu  

Italy coach Roberto Mancini said his team's patience against an ultra-defensive Turkey side was the key to the 3-0 win in its Euro 2020 Group A opener on Friday but he laughed off talk of the side being among the tournament favourites. "The first half wasn't straightforward and in a game like that, even if they put everyone back, if …

Euro 2020: Unpredictable at worst, versatile at best- Italy's ability to complete renaissance will depend on potency in front of goal
3 years, 6 months ago

Euro 2020: Unpredictable at worst, versatile at best- Italy's ability to complete renaissance will depend on potency in front of goal

Firstpost  

Although dynamic, the Azzurri are anything but perfect; the absence of an explicit goal-scorer to lead their lines is a glaring deficiency. ‘Mancini leads Italy out of darkness’, ‘Azzurris discover their new identity under Mancini’ – have read some of the headlines in the last two years as Roberto Mancini’s tutelage made the Italian football team a competitive unit again …

Italy extends unbeaten run to reach Nations League finals
4 years, 1 month ago

Italy extends unbeaten run to reach Nations League finals

The Hindu  

Italy gave another impressive performance as it reached the Nations League final four and extended its unbeaten run to 22 games with a 2-0 win away to Bosnia on Wednesday. Andrea Belotti broke the deadlock in the 22nd minute and Domenico Berardi added the second with a magnificent volley midway through the second half as Italy topped Group A1 with …

UEFA Nations League: Italy beat Netherlands to move to top of group; Czech Republic lose to Scotland
4 years, 3 months ago

UEFA Nations League: Italy beat Netherlands to move to top of group; Czech Republic lose to Scotland

Firstpost  

It was Italy’s 11th win in 12 matches although some critics tempered that feat by pointing out that none of those victories were against the so-called ‘big teams’ of international soccer. “The lads really played well, they were extraordinary.” It was Italy’s 11th win in 12 matches although some critics tempered that feat by pointing out that none of those …

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