Italy vs Spain - 5 players to watch out for | Euro 2020 semi-final 

Italy's Lorenzo Insigne
Italy's Lorenzo Insigne

#3 Nicolo Barella (Italy)

Belgium v Italy - UEFA Euro 2020: Quarter-final
Belgium v Italy - UEFA Euro 2020: Quarter-final

The Inter Milan midfielder was one of Italy's best players in the game against Belgium. Barella showcased his quick feet and striking ability to put the Azzurri ahead after latching onto a stray ball inside the area.

He was able to impose himself in midfield and came out on top against some high-profile opponents. The 24-year-old will be crucial to Italy's chances against a formidable Spanish midfield unit.

Spain have a tireless worker in Pedri but he will meet his match in Barella. He was rather quiet in the game against Austria but he has confirmed his place in the starting lineup after a brilliant outing against Belgium.

#2 Ferran Torres (Spain)

Switzerland v Spain - UEFA Euro 2020: Quarter-final
Switzerland v Spain - UEFA Euro 2020: Quarter-final

Ferran Torres has been a lively presence for Spain down the right flank. With Leonardo Spinazzola sidelined for the rest of the tournament, Torres could prove to be a real problem for the Italians.

The 21-year-old has shown glimpses of brilliance with his dribbling and movement. His final product has been lacking but the Manchester City man looks like a player who is settling into his groove.

He was excellent in Spain's Round of 16 tie against Croatia. He scored against Croatia with a brilliant finish and also provided an assist as well. Torres is very direct with his approach and keeps making runs in behind the defence. If he can play like he did against Croatia, Italy will have a real problem on their hands.

#1 Lorenzo Insigne (Italy)

Belgium v Italy - UEFA Euro 2020: Quarter-final
Belgium v Italy - UEFA Euro 2020: Quarter-final

Lorenzo Insigne has been sensational at Euro 2020 so far. His skills and work ethic have caused headaches to all of Italy's opponents so far. Insigne is always looking to create and has used his signature curlers to great effect so far.

The Napoli forward is Italy's focal point in attack and though he will miss linking up with Spinazzola, Insigne will look to impose himself down the left flank. Cesar Azpilicueta will have his work cut out against the in-form Insigne and will do well to keep him in check over the course of the game.

His brilliant goal against Belgium ought to serve as a warning to the Spanish backline. They will need to make sure that Insigne is not allowed enough space to run into and get a shot away as it could prove to be deadly as it did against Belgium.

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