England Scrape Through, Italy Shock Norway – Get a Grip!
England barely got the job done in a nerve-wracking penalty shootout. Let’s be honest, it was chaos. They need to sort out their finishing. You can’t rely on penalties to bail you out every time. The effort was there, but the execution was lacking. They need to be more clinical in front of goal. Defensively, they were shaky. They need to tighten up at the back if they want to go further. It’s about mentality – they need to show more composure under pressure.
Meanwhile, Italy pulled off a surprise against Norway. They showed grit and determination, something England could learn from. Norway, on the other hand, were caught napping. Their defending was poor, and they paid the price. Italy took their chances and showed what it means to have a winning mentality. Norway needs to wake up and get back to basics. It’s not just about talent; it’s about hard work and focus.
Both teams need to step up if they want to make a real impact. It’s time to stop making excuses and start delivering on the pitch.