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One thing the introduction of Sterling and Barkley on 70 mins will not be is a surprise. The Italians will counter with the introduction of a holding midfielder to assist the defence. And historically they are one of the best at defending a 1-0 lead. Funnily enough Martinez and Rodgers are...

I don't understand the argument that you leave Sterling and Barkley on the bench until the last 20 minutes when the Italian defence is "tired". If you're Italy and already 2-0 up you won't be feeling tired, just euphoric at the prospect of victory and that your opponents left their two most...