article_snippet: Saturday’s contest in Rome served up yet another final day capitulation from the Azzurri.
article_snippet: This is becoming quite the habit for the tournament whipping boys.
article_snippet: There is no question that Italy’s presence has benefited the tournament whipping boys greatly, but big improvements are needed going forward.
article_snippet: There are some grounds for optimism for Italy though with the likes of Luca Morisi and Leonardo Sarto showing glimpses of attacking potential throughout the tournament whipping boys.