Euro 2012 journey is coming to an end on Sunday, as Spain and Italy meet up in the finals. Both the teams have undergone major strategic overhaul in the tournament to turn the odds into even and discover the perfect recipe to lay hands on Euro 2012 Championship Trophy.
With its striker David Villa and Wall of Defense Carles Puyol out of the tournament, Spain is trying to fill the hole with Cesc Fabregas and Sergio Ramos. Fabregas has spent much time in the forward role than a playmaker in the tournament. Sergio Ramos, on the other hand, is shifting to center of defense from holding the right back, where he proved his role by shutting down Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo in tournament's semi-final.
Meanwhile, turning all predictions false and defeating Germany in semi-finals, the Azzurri are good contenders to Euro 2012 championship trophy. At the age of 33, Andrea Pirlo is more dangerous and unpredictable than ever. Italian striker Mario Balotelli has come of age and will be most difficult to contain for Spanish defenders. The young striker played a mysterious game, scoring 2 goals in their match against Germany, to push his team into the tournament's finals.
Folks at AccuScore stimulated the final match between Spain and Italy on their proven sports betting system and found Spain likely to win in the tournament, with 58 percent chances to win the match.
Italy has 42-percent probability, which is more than enough to make a hole into Spain's defense in the battlefield. Mario Balotelli is likely to score in the final match, according to AccuScore
Spanish coach promised an attacking lineup on Saturday, comprised of three forwards. The Azzurri men haven't outed any word yet on lineup and will remain mysterious until the kickoff.
The final battle starts 2:30 PM EDT and can be watched online on ESPN Go. UK viewers can watch the game online on BBC iPlayer starting 7:00 PM BST. Live coverage will also be provided by ESPN and TSN2. The game will also be covered by BBC One and through BBC Radio 5, as well as the official UEFA Web site. The highlights will be available on BBC One and the BBC Sport Web site.
Craving for more? You can also catch the game live on ESPN3, Firstrowsports or foxsoccer2go.com. Moreover, sites like goal.com and soccernet will also follow the game and provide real-time text updates.
Who do you think will win the final? Will Casillas have the last laugh or will Super Mario emerge as a national hero for the Italians? Don't forget to leave your comments and predictions below.
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