Italy playing like Old Men

The defending champions are not what they were in 2006 in Germany.
The Italians were described as "dinosaurs" by the ESPN commentators.
Could it be a lack of confidence? Is it because they are old-er?




They all look like the have lost a step compared to the uptempoed Paraguay team.
New Wigan Signee, Antolín Alcaraz scored off of a set piece in the 39th minute.
After this, the italians lost their 'swagger'.
Did I mention that Italy's Captain (pictured above) Fabio Cannavaro is 37 and definitely on the downward of his career.




After the half, and a switch of keepers due to a hamstring injury of Gianluigi Buffon, hailed as the World's best keeper.
The Italians equalize in the 63 minute due to a poor save by the keeper, Villar for Paraguay. The credit of the goal comes from future captain, De Rossi.

I don't expect Italy to retain their title as champions this year. They are not up to par with the rest of the Worlds soccer powers.