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Sachin Tendulkar congratulates Italy after dramatic penalty shootout win over England

Former India cricketer heaped praise on Italy after they clinched their second European crown.

Italy downed England 1-1 (3-2 pen) in what was a thrilling game of football at Wembley to take home the Euro 2020 title.

Luke Shaw had put England ahead as early as in the second minute however, Italy fought and wrested control of the proceedings only to equalise through Leonardo Bonucci in the second half.

In extra-time, both teams had their chances however, in the penalty shootout which ensued, the Azzurri held their nerves and clinched the title.

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Sachin Tendulkar, who holds the record for most number of centuries in international cricket, took to social media and congratulated Italy for their fine performance and also had a word for the English team.