I still remember when Italy used to participate at the Olympics, and there was this buzz about who was going to represent the Azzurri. In 2004, all sort of big names circulated, like Buffon, Cassano (who was 22 so they still had an extra spot available) or even Totti (who was suspended for one match after the Euros but could have joined the rest). in the end, they chose Pirlo, who captained an Italy side with Chiellini, Gilardino, Barzagli, De Rossi and other stars to a bronze medal
@@PurpeIize Australia were eliminated in the group stage. Indonesia beat South Korea in the QF, which saw the latter failing to play in the Olympics since 1984.