It is a magical summer for Italian sport. After the various successes of blue volleyball, also comes an important result in water polo.
Settebello completed its important showcase with the only trophy that was absent: the World League. Thanks to a masterfully played game, Italy beat the USA with a score of 13-9. A match that is to be hoped for even in view of the Europeans in Split and that has the flavor of revenge after the defeat on penalties against Spain a few weeks ago. A defeat canceled by the beautiful victory of Italy today. Spain, reigning champion and, as mentioned, victorious at the World Cup in Budapest on penalties with Italy, finished the competition in 3rd place.
Settebello: the words of Campagna
The words of the Campaign Technical Director are obviously of joy. "We played a great match, perfect on defense. We contained Hallock very well, with many players who often sacrificed themselves in marking. At first we were stuck in attack, but then we broke up and also dominated. We could also have won with more goals. In the end we felt a bit tired, I would say physiological after so many close matches. "
Campagna then concluded: "It is the right reward for a large group that knows how to sacrifice itself. Especially in defense, we have grown progressively. In this period of the season the condition may not be optimal, yet we managed very well. We hope to continue on this wave both at the European Championships at the end of August and in the years to come". Italy he can enjoy the victory but for a few days: then he will go back to work as the Europeans will start at the end of August.
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Well done!!!
Compliments!