Confederations Cup: Brazil vs Spain - Five talking points

4. The Italian job

The final will be seen by many as an upset. It was not an isolated event, however, as the semi-final prophesied the fall to a great extent. Brazil were clearly watching as the Italians ran Vincent Del Bosque’s side to the very final kick of the ball. Italy were without some of their key players; otherwise the final itself could have been an entirely different affair. Italy pressured the Spanish mid-field and made them work hard for 120 minutes that broke their confidence, fatigued their bodies and wearied their minds. It definitely played a part in the result of the final as we saw a pale Spanish side being beaten to death at the hands of the magnificent pace of the Selecao.