Spain is still close with the goal. After last week’s draw against Canada, this time it was Italy that managed to get a new tie from the world champions. Montse Tomé’s men still haven’t found their best version in front of the rival goal.
Without Aitana Bonmatí or Mariona Caldentey, but also with many rotations, Spain was a great dominator of the match, however, whether due to poor control, a deflected shot, a last imprecise pass, the goal did not come until very late.
For the first time, three forwards came together in attack with just a few minutes left in the red. Amaiur, Prieto and Lucía García constantly choreographed unmarkings that deserved more awards, but time after time, their chances went to limbo.
Given Spain’s lack of ability to open the can, Italy grew and was able to have several dangerous chances. The sticks, one in the first half and two in the second, were the great allies of Tomé’s team.
In the second half, the entry of Alexia Putellas and Athenea del Castillo improved Spain’s precision in the last few meters and with five minutes remaining, the Blaugrana found Alba Redondo in the area, who with the collaboration of a rival scored the first goal of the game. However, three minutes later Beccari equalized with a header from a corner.
The team leaves Vicenza with a certain feeling of importance. Game by game she seems more distressed because she doesn’t recognize herself. What used to be easy now costs much more. Fortunately, this time it was only a friendly match.
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