Italy showed "good intentions" but "must grow" after their 3-1 defeat to England at Wembley Tuesday night left them having to beat North Macedonia in Rome November 17 and at least draw against Ukraine in Leverkusen three days later to qualify for Euro 2024.
Ex Napoli scudetto winning coach Spalletti said "I'm sorry at the loss but we also offered good intentions, correct responses on seeking our game, but also the need to grow and correct something against opponents of this calibre".
After a strong England start, Gianluca Scamaccafired the Azzurri into the lead on 19 minutes but a Jude Bellingham won penalty was converted by skipper Harry Kane to leave the sides level at the interval.
Two fine second half goals by Marcus Rashforrd and Kane allowed the Three LIìions to qualify for Euro 2024 with two games to spare.
Man of the match Bellingham, the 20-year-old Real Madrid sensation, showed great touches and vision throughout.
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