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From the lowest of lows, England and Italy reach final summit

Italy's Giorgio Chiellini reacts during the Euro 2020 soccer semifinal match between Italy and Spain at Wembley stadium in London, Tuesday, July 6, 2021. ( AP)

For all the differences in style and approach, there is a remarkable symmetry to the journeys taken by England and Italy towards today’s Euro 2020 final.

Both nations found themselves at historic low points with fans despairing at their decline and then discovered men who could bring change and quickly lead them on a path to success.

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