The new Italy: Stylish, slick, and scoring for fun

Goals in each half from Manuel Locatelli were the foundation of a second victory in as many games for the hosts
The new Italy: Stylish, slick, and scoring for fun

Italy's Manuel Locatelli, not seen in the frame celebrates with his teammates after scoring his side's second goal. Picture: AP Photo/Riccardo Antimiani, Pool

ITALY 3 SWITZERLAND 0

The coming weeks will determine whether Roberto Mancini can inspire Italy to their first European Championship title since 1968 but whatever the outcome of that quest, credit the former Manchester City manager for reimagining his beloved national team.

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