FIFA world cup: the best XI who failed to qualify

Italy v Sweden - FIFA 2018 World Cup Qualifier Play-Off: Second Leg
Italy v Sweden - FIFA 2018 World Cup Qualifier Play-Off: Second Leg

Centre back- Leonardo Bonucci(Italy)

Italy  v Holland  -International Friendly
Italy v Holland -International Friendly

Italy is known to give great defenders to the world of football. From Paolo Maldini, Alessandro Nesta to former ballon dor winner Fabio Cannavaro, providing a world-class defender has never been a problem for the European giants.

And they did it again in the form of a towering strong lad named Leonardo Bonucci.

Bonucci surprised the world with his shock move from Juventus to AC Milan. Though he did not have the best of seasons with Rossoneri, it is hard not to be impressed with his talent. Strong, awake and reliable - he has got every ingredient to be a top defender.

At Juventus, Bonucci formed a rock solid back three alongside Giorgio Chiellini and Andrea Barzagli and was often the one credited with being the hardest one.

When compiling a list of unqualified 11 Bonucci has to be there. The former Juventus man is rock solid at times and is a nightmare for strikers.

Despite his inconsistency one thing everyone will agree with is that the Italian wears his heart on his sleeve and gives an all-out performance every time.

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