Hearing the referee's whistle, Cannavaro let out a sigh of relief.
Although he was only an assistant coach, he was already soaked.
"It's finally over. According to Spain's style of play, even when I was young, I might not be sure to defend them. These boys are really good."
The team's defensive task has been completed. So far, Cannavaro's task in this European Cup has been successfully completed.
The next penalty shootout is the task of the offensive players and goalkeeper.
Before the end of the game, Yunsheng and Speed were already discussing the penalty shootout. Now they came to the center of the court and stood together with their players.
Yun Sheng looked at everyone with joy: "Guys, you performed so well! Although the penalty shootout has not started yet, I am very sure that you are the European champions in my heart! Next, it is your turn to fight with psychology and luck. It's time."
Cassano on the side interjected: "There is also a matter of character."
"Hahahaha!" The players laughed, and the tension before the penalty shootout suddenly disappeared.
Yunsheng is very satisfied with this situation. In fact, during this cup, Cassano and Balotelli are the team's pistachio. No matter how much pressure everyone has, as long as they see two people playing tricks, the nervous pressure will Relax.
Cassano would tease his teammates every day, and occasionally he would be hung up and spanked by Gattuso, which made everyone laugh.
The process of Balotelli putting on the jersey every day is a regular program for the players, and everyone enjoys watching it.
Yun Sheng was most worried about the nervousness of the players, but now it's better and everyone is relaxed.
Yun Sheng looked at everyone: "Whoever wants to take penalty kicks, please take the initiative to apply. I won't make any mandatory requirements."
The first to stand up were captain Del Piero and midfield master Pirlo.
One of them is a spiritual leader and the other is a penalty kick master. Naturally, they are indispensable in this kind of penalty shootout situation.
Then Cassano and Balotelli both came out. This kind of thing will not miss the two strikers.
Grosso, Motta and others all wanted to fight for the last candidate, but it was De Rossi who stepped forward first.
As the team's third captain and the most versatile star in the Italian team, De Rossi took the initiative to volunteer.
Five players stood up and Yun Sheng nodded: "Okay, then I will arrange the order. Well, Pirlo's penalty kick is the best, you are the first; De Rossi is in good physical condition and condition, you are the second ;Cassano, you play third; Balotelli, your footwork is very good, as the important fourth; Del Piero's last goal is crucial, you are responsible for it."
The five players nodded in agreement, and Yun Sheng didn't say much. He hugged the players one by one, then exited the center circle, waiting for the penalty shootout to begin.
Just as he was about to leave, Yun Sheng turned back and looked at Buffon: "Jian, I believe you have no problem. You are the best goalkeeper I have ever coached. When you save the penalty kick later, I will give it to you on the sidelines." Cheers loudly.”
Buffon smiled slightly: "Sir, I will definitely let you shout until you become hoarse."
"Hahahaha! I hope so, come on guys!"
At this time, the Spanish team has also finished determining the penalty kick candidates, and the penalty shootout is about to begin.
The first free throw was taken by the Italian team.
Pirlo walked into the penalty area, wiped the ball lightly, looked up at Casillas, and then slowly exited the penalty area, expressionless.
This is Pirlo's consistent penalty kick characteristic, without any emotional fluctuations.
In the minds of many people, Pirlo is the best person in the world at taking penalty kicks.
Casillas had a firm expression and stared closely at Pirlo's feet.
Pirlo accelerated towards the ball and shot!
It's a spoon penalty!
Casillas dives to the right side of his body!
The ball went in!
It only takes a moment from the shot to the ball entering the net. Success or failure only takes a few seconds.
Amid the cheers of the fans in the stands, Pirlo just waved his fist lightly, looking indifferent, and walked back with his eyes narrowed.
This is the power of world-class stars!
After Pirlo, Xavi walked to the penalty spot, preparing to take Spain's first penalty kick.
As Spain's midfield brains, Xavi and Pirlo are often compared.
Who is stronger? This issue has always been debated.
But for fans, it is a great blessing to have these two midfield masters in the same era.
Xavi takes a run-up and volleys into the upper right corner! The ball goes straight into the dead center!
Buffon shook his head repeatedly, he had nothing to do with the ball.
1 to 1! Both sides scored the first penalty!
The second Italian team player to stand up was De Rossi, who was the player with the longest running distance in the Italian team in this game.
Standing in front of the ball, he took a deep breath and looked at Casillas in front of him with a firm gaze.
This loyal veteran of Rome City has performed brilliantly in this European Cup and is an indispensable member of the Italian midfield.
Take a few steps back, without much running distance, take off and shoot!
The ball hit the net! The ball went in!
Casillas barely reacted!
The second Spanish player to take the penalty was Alonso, and the Spanish fans in the stands were a little worried.
Although Alonso's penalty kick success rate is not low, fans can always think of the miracle in Istanbul when Alonso failed to score a penalty kick and finally scored with a supplementary shot.
Now it's a penalty shootout, and there's no chance for a follow-up shot.
Alonso's approach distance is relatively long, he accelerates slowly and volleys into the lower right corner!
Buffon judged the right direction, but the ball was fast and the angle was tricky, so he still failed to save the ball.
Alonso shook his fist vigorously and relieved the pressure in his heart.
2 to 2! Neither team missed a beat!
The third Italian player to take the penalty was Cassano.
As a top Italian talent highly praised by the outside world, Cassano's career trajectory has never been satisfactory, especially after joining Real Madrid, which once plunged him into a trough.
Fortunately, Yunsheng brought Cassano to Cottbus and gave him a chance to be reborn; after returning to Serie A, he maintained excellent competitive condition whether in Sampdoria or AC Milan. He also performed brilliantly in the European Cup, scoring a total of four goals.
At this moment, he was standing in front of the goal, looking at Casillas in front of him, and suddenly smiled.
This smile is very relaxed.
Casillas frowned, he had a bad feeling.
Slowly retreat and take a running start! A sudden pause, an unexpected change of pace!
Casillas was deceived, he had moved to the right early!
Cassano pushed into the lower left corner and the ball hit the net!
The goal was so easy, Cassano teased Santa Cassie!
The Italian fans in the stands cheered, and Cassano walked towards the Italian camp triumphantly, his face full of pride!
Cannavaro, who was not far away, laughed loudly: "This kid never panics in the face of danger, what a fucking genius!"
