And on top of that, it is an endless journey through this vale of tears, etc, etc.
I'm not exactly heartbroken that Italy went out at this stage, because if they'd nicked a result against Switzerland, it would have increased the likelihood of a 2012 style humiliation. But it was a tough performance to watch. There was no pressing, not much passing, no midfield worthy of the name. Gianluigi Donnarumma kept Italy in it, and Federico Chiesa valiantly led the otherwise nonexistent line, but apart from them this was abject, even without considering that Italy were the current holders.
Whatever. I can look forward to us not qualifying for the World Cup in two years, and then Euro 2028 after that. In the meantime, I'm looking forward to seeing how Germany, Spain, England and the surprise packages of Austria and Switzerland get on.
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