Andre Pirlo led Italy to a 2-1 win

Scored himself, scored a goal at an important time! Midfielder Andre Pirlo gave Italy a great victory in his hundredth match for the country by contributing to the team's two goals. On the other hand, Mexico had to lose on the day of Italy despite fighting to hold the midfield. Against the Azzurri, Mexico could not bring any attack except for a single penalty.

The Azzurri dominated the match in the first half. They were so excited on the occasion of Andre Pirlor's hundredth match. Maybe Pirlo's win was important to Italy! Traditionally known as defensive, Italy was seen in an aggressive form in this match. Andre Pirlo fought hard in the midfield. This midfielder has kept Uruguay busy alone. In the 27th minute, he was the first to open the scoring for Uruguay. Pirlo's curling free kick from midfield from 25 yards out was fooled by Mexico goalkeeper Jose Corona. This is how this midfielder made his 100th match memorable.

However, this joy did not last long for the Azzurri. Just 7 minutes later, another Italian midfielder Barzagli fouled in their D box. Mexico gets a penalty. Mexican striker Javier Hernandez defeated the goalkeeper Buffon in the penalty goal. The first half ended 1-1.

Both teams missed several chances in the second half. Pirlo tried to attack again in the 56th minute. Pirlo's free kick was deflected by Uruguayan defender Rodriguez. Interestingly, a short time later, an attack by Balotelli was similarly blocked by Rodriguez.

In the 60th minute, the Uruguayan fell in the D box and Balotelli appealed for a penalty, but the referee rejected it. However, Balotelli, who was waiting for the opportunity, did not miss to score in the 78th minute. Pirlo in possession of the ball made a clever pass to Balotelli. Rodriguez tried to stop Baltelli this time too. But Balotelli did not make a mistake this time to make a fool of Rodriguez. His powerful shot found the Uruguayan's net, giving the team a 2-1 win.

Balotelli was shown a yellow card by the referee moments later for celebrating the goal by taking off his clothes. Italian midfielder Daniele De Rossi received another yellow card shortly before the end of the match for pushing the Uruguayan midfielder. The game ended uneventfully. Mexico surrendered at the end of the match. Italy also did not seem to be bothered for goals. The win puts them in Group A with full 3 points of Brazil Italy is at the top.