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Italy v Spain will be different to Euro 2012 final - Camoranesi

The World Cup winner believes it is not fair to compare the upcoming last 16 clash with a disappointing final for the Azzurri, and predicted a tough clash for the Roja

Italy's Euro 2016 knockout meeting with Spain will not be similar to their one-sided contest in the Euro 2012 final, according to Mauro Camoranesi.

Spain thrashed Italy 4-0 in Kiev four years ago to claim a second consecutive European title and the two teams are now set to meet in the last 16 of the current competition at Stade de France on Monday.

Camoranesi – a World Cup winner with Italy in 2006 – feels Italy head coach Antonio Conte's different tactical plan compared with that of his predecessor, Cesare Prandelli, will ensure this meeting is not as open.