5) Leonardo Spinazzola's versatility gives Italy options for the future
While the Azzurri certainly did not give a good account of themselves at the Bernabeu, one man stood out in the 3-0 defeat. Their left midfielder/left-back - Leonardo Spinazzola.
The 24-year-old only made his international debut this year but he already looks at home on the left, putting in a shift and not rolling over like the rest of his teammates.
The Juventus man on loan at Atalanta was seen tracking back (even stopping a counter that almost saw Spain score another), gave Dani Carvajal a good battle on the flank and caused Davis Silva a few problems as well.
Not many full-backs are 6'3" but Spinazzola came good in the make-shift role winning all his tackles and aerial duels. Spain were also unable to dribble past him over the 90 minutes as he stood firm on the left.