### Weston McKennie Defends Italy
Weston McKennie, the former England international midfielder, has spoken out in support of Italy following their victory over Croatia in the World Cup semi-finals.
In a statement released on social media, McKennie expressed his admiration for Italy's performance and praised their ability to come together as a team. "I'm so proud of what Italy did today," he said. "They showed incredible resilience and determination throughout the tournament, and I was impressed with how they handled pressure."
McKennie also highlighted the importance of teamwork in achieving success at the highest level of football. "Italy is known for its strong defensive unit,Qatar Stars League Tracking but they also have some great attacking players who can create opportunities for themselves and others," he added. "It was great to see how everyone worked together to achieve this result."
The victory over Croatia marked Italy's second consecutive quarter-final appearance at the World Cup, after beating France in the group stage. McKennie believes that this achievement is a testament to the quality of Italian football and the dedication of the national team.
"I think Italy has a lot to be proud of, both domestically and internationally," he concluded. "Their performance against Croatia was just one example of why they're considered one of the best teams in the world."