As four-time champions, Italy needed no introduction at the 2014 World Cup. Under Cesare Prandelli, they were ready to write the next chapter.
| Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | |
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3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 7 |
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3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 6 |
| 3 |
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3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 3 | -1 | 3 |
| 4 |
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3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 4 | -2 | 1 |
Italy found moments of promise but ultimately fell short of the consistency needed to progress beyond the group stage. Goals proved hard to come by, with just 2 in 3 matches, and their lack of firepower ultimately told.
Italy endured a difficult group stage, unable to advance despite moments of resistance. Their campaign featured a hard-fought 2-1 win against England, a narrow 0-1 loss to Costa Rica, and a narrow 0-1 loss to Uruguay. Despite moments of quality, it was not enough to advance, and Italy's campaign ended at the first round.
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Failed to score in 2 of 3 matches eliminated in the group stage.
Mario Balotelli led Italy's attack with 1 goal at the 2014 World Cup. Shared the top-scorer honours with Marchisio, both with 1.
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Marchisio sent off vs Uruguay Balotelli booked twice.
The tactical mind behind Italy's 2014 campaign. Leading Italy at his first World Cup 1 win, 2 losses under Prandelli.
Under Prandelli's guidance, Italy adopted a defensive strategy with Mario Balotelli leading attacks. The team showed resilience but ultimately fell short of reaching the knockout stages.
