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What is the 'Kiricocho' curse? Meaning & footballers who have used it

Azzurri defender Giorgio Chiellini used a curse during Italy's triumphant Euro 2020 final win against England – here's what you need to know about it

Italy were crowned Euro 2020 in dramatic fashion, victoriously winning the penalty shootout in the final against England after the game ended 1-1 after full-time.

The Azzurri won their penalties 5-3, with Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho and Bukayo Saka ultimately missing the decisive penalties – and handing Italy the title.

After the final, Italy veteran Giorgio Chiellini admitted to 'cursing' Saka before his penalty miss. So what is this 'curse' all about?