Mario put a shift in! Prandelli praises Balotelli's work-rate in win over England
Posted Monday, June 25, 2012 by Dailymail
Cesare Prandelli heaped praise on striker Mario Balotelli's work rate and character in their nail-biting quarter-final victory over England on Sunday.
'All the forwards did a very good job tonight. It was difficult to create chances but we put our heart in it,' the coach said after Italy secured a last four clash against Germany with a 4-2 win on spot-kicks following a 0-0 draw after extra time.
Work-rate: Cesare Prandelli praised Mario Balotelli's attitude
'We had ideas, we wanted to play in nice little triangles, keep the ball high up on the pitch.
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| 2004 | Greece | Portugal | Netherlands / Czech Republic |
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