But, aside from the Chelsea man's perspective, Barella's breakthrough has been a breath of fresh air, tinged with sunshine and rainbows and sardines (Sardinia, innit). [54], The next major competition, the UEFA Euro 2004, was held in Portugal. On the preparation, the Football Federation made a contract with Luiz Felipe Scolari to manage the team until the tournament ended. For the women's team, see, 2008 to 2014: Post Golden Generation and mixed results, 2016–Present: Fernando Santos era and first international glories. In the semi-final against France, Portugal were eliminated in extra time when Zinedine Zidane converted a penalty. For the 1986 tournament, the Seleção played against Czechoslovakia, Malta, Sweden and West Germany for the two spots that would guarantee them a ticket to Mexico. You can change your choices at any time by visiting Your Privacy Controls. Hello visitors, if you know more information about the Italy football team players you can comment here. [76][77][78][79], Portugal came second in the qualifying stages for the 2010 FIFA World Cup under Carlos Queiroz, then beat Bosnia and Herzegovina in a play-off, thereby reaching every tournament in the decade. The host nation lost the first game against Greece 1–2. [26] Later, they reached the semi-finals where they were beaten by hosts England 2–1; in this game, Portugal would have played in Liverpool, but as England were the hosts, FIFA decided that the game should have been in London, which led the Portuguese team travel unexpectedly from Liverpool to London. The Portuguese team entered the tournament being a favourite to win it. With the round tied 4–4, a replay was needed in a neutral ground. And, he's already been able to translate his easy-going mentality to the international stage, with his debut against Ukraine as good a showcase of his talents as any. Both green and red shorts have been used to complete the strip. In the Euro 1972 qualifiers, Portugal had to win its group that comprised the teams of Belgium, Denmark and Scotland. [103][104] However, the team were eliminated due to inferior goal difference to the Americans. Portugal would only lose one match against Switzerland 2-0. [32] Portugal faced tough competition from the strong Poland team for the place in the 1978 World Cup in Argentina. And that's just about enough. - that helped quell the tears. Portugal hosted the brand new 2018–19 UEFA Nations League as well as winning the trophy, defeating the Netherlands 1–0, with the winning goal scored by Gonçalo Guedes, making it the second major tournament earned by the Portuguese in three finals. Sure, he may not possess the suit-wearing suaveness of the legends that have come ​before him, but he's got class on the field. For the first round, the Seleção das Quinas won 2–0 against East Germany and 3–2 in Porto for the second leg, finishing with a 5–2 two-legged win. [116][117] Ronaldo was also man of the match in all three of Portugal's group stage matches. Portugal's qualifying, Nations League and friendly matches are broadcast by free-to-air public broadcaster RTP and pay-TV network Sport TV. The game ended 0–0 and Portugal lost 4–2 on penalties. [36], During the qualifying campaign for Euro 1984, Portugal was grouped with Finland, Poland and the Soviet Union. : Carlos Queiroz suspenso por um mês – Jornal Record :", ". Euro 2020 organizers set the official squad announcement date 10 days before the opening match. This team was known as the Golden generation, a group of youngsters who had won the FIFA U-20 World Cup in 1989 and 1991 and were now leading the national senior squad; they also reached the semi-finals of UEFA Euro 2000 but were eliminated at the group stages of the 2002 FIFA World Cup despite high reputations.[51]. Portugal failed to qualify for the 1998 FIFA World Cup. [100] The semi-final match was against Spain. [88] In consequence, he received a further six-month suspension. With the win, Portugal qualified and made its only appearance in the FIFA Confederations Cup held in Russia, where they finished in third place. During 2002 FIFA World Cup qualifying, Portugal won the group. [31], For the 1982 qualification, the Portuguese team had to face Israel, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Sweden for the top two group places. ... Monday, August 10, 2020 . https://www.worldfootball.net/teams/italien-team/em-qualifikation-2019-2020/2 [35], The national team was put alongside Austria, Belgium, Norway and Scotland to fight for the first spot in the group, which would allow them to go to the final stage of UEFA Euro 1980. Italy team squad full of young footballers that will play against ( Turkey, Wales and Swtizerland) in Group (H). Mostly international teams released the official players list a month before the tournament. The team started out with three wins in the group stage where they were in Group C when they beat Hungary 3–1,[24] Bulgaria 3–0, and two-time defending champions Brazil 3–1. Portugal entered the tournament as favourites to win Group D.[53] However, they were upset 3–2 by the United States. There might be some players called up for the Euro 2020. Italy drawn in group (H) of upcoming euro. Either way, don't be surprised to see him super-subbing it at the Euros when the time comes. Information about your device and internet connection, including your IP address, Browsing and search activity while using Verizon Media websites and apps. Who'll be doomed? Learn all about UEFA's newest national-team competition, and see highlights of the first final tournament. He's been electric. The record breaking brace-scorer for ​Juventus is now well and truly established in the hallowed hues of the Azzurri, and he's here to stay. Mancini got years of experienced in league and international football tournament and Italy ranked at 8th under his management. Several media outbursts from Queiroz[89] against the heads of the Portuguese Football Federation followed, which partly prompted his dismissal. This golden generation helped Portugal reach the semi-finals of Euro 2000, losing 2–1 after extra time to eventual winners France, securing the second place at Euro 2004 Final after losing to Greece on home soil, as well as reaching the semi-finals of the 2006 World Cup losing to finalist France, after a penalty, ending in the fourth place after losing to 3–1 to hosts Germany, thus being the best result of the country in the World Cup since 1966. During this period, Portugal was not part of a group of teams that were candidates to win titles, but from 2000 until this present day, the team evolved, being present in all the final stages of major tournaments. [64] While Portugal was playing in the competition, Scolari agreed in a new two-year deal with the Federation. Notable results were both 1–0 away wins against Czechoslovakia and Turkey and a 5–1 home win against the Turks.[23]. The team's away kits, on the other hand, have varied more considerably. White has typically been preferred as a dominant colour, either with blue shorts, or red and green highlights. UEFA.com is the official site of UEFA, the Union of European Football Associations, and the governing body of football in Europe. Kick-off Times; Kick-off times are converted to your local PC time. [114] Three days later, Portugal faced hosts Russia 1–0 winning effort, with the only of the match being scored by Cristiano Ronaldo. [106] Nevertheless, the team qualified and were placed in Group F alongside newcomers Iceland, Austria and Hungary; the Portuguese advanced into the knockout stage as the third-best third place team following three straight disappointing draws. [22], In the 1966 World Cup qualification, Portugal was drawn into the same group as Czechoslovakia, Romania and Turkey. Ele é que foi o D. Sebastião (Matateu. And look, at 25, you may not think Spinazzola's the springiest of chickens on this list, but thanks to injury issues he's made less than half the ​Serie A appearances of the only 25-year-old on this list. In the next match, Portugal suffered a 2-1 away loss against Ukraine. And it wasn't just the retirement of Gianluigi Buffon that lowered this average. [36] Portugal finished in fourth place. Two years later at Euro 2016, Santos brought Portugal its first ever major trophy, defeating hosts France 1–0 after extra time, with the winning goal scored by Eder. ​The only player on this list who is yet to wear the true blue shirt of a fully fledged Italy international, but Patrick Cutrone does not plan on kicking it with the Under-21s for too much longer. [109] The early stages of the final saw Ronaldo limp off the pitch injured; but substitute Eder turned hero when he scored the match's only goal in the 109th minute, defying all odds.