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Reaction
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Ricardo Montolivo: 'Mario Balotelli was naive'
Ricardo Montolivo describes Italy teammate Mario Balotelli as "naive" after the striker picked up a yellow card for taking off his shirt against Mexico in the Confederations Cup.Jun 17, 17:16
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Italy's Andrea Pirlo: 'Winning 100th cap was a dream"
Italy midfielder Andrea Pirlo admits that it is like a dream to have won his 100th cap for his national side in their Confederations Cup win over Mexico.Jun 17, 04:15
Italy's Mario Balotelli confident of reaching Confederations Cup final
Italy forward Mario Balotelli declares that his side are confident of matching any opponent at this year's Confederations Cup.Jun 16, 22:44
The Match
Match Report
Italy put an end to Mexico's 13-match unbeaten streak with a 2-1 victory in the opening game of their Confederations Cup campaign.
Live Commentary
Sports Mole's live coverage of the Confederations Cup clash between Mexico and Italy at the Maracana that ends in a win for the latter.
Team News
Andrea Pirlo will win his 100th senior international cap tonight after being named in Italy's starting XI for their Confederations Cup clash against Mexico.
Build-up
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Italy's Andrea Pirlo thrilled to play at Maracana
Italy midfielder Andrea Pirlo expresses his delight at the prospect of winning his 100th cap at the Maracana in the Confederations Cup.Jun 16, 15:31
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Cesare Prandelli: 'Mario Balotelli will play against Mexico'
Italy coach Cesare Prandelli reveals that he expects Mario Balotelli to play in the Confederations Cup game against Mexico.Jun 16, 12:28
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