Chiellini and Bonucci, Italy's old guard defying English 'youngsters'

In Italy's new-look young side, 36-year-old Chiellini and 34-year-old Bonucci, who between them boast 219 caps, are the centre-back pairing of choice.

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Italy's defender Giorgio Chiellini (Back) hugs Italy's defender Leonardo Bonucci. AFP PHOTO

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Italy's old guard Giorgio Chiellini and Leonardo Bonucci will have the task of stopping English 'youngsters' Harry Kane and Raheem Sterling in the Euro 2020 final in London on Sunday.

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Chiellini and Bonucci, Italy's old guard defying English 'youngsters'

In Italy's new-look young side, 36-year-old Chiellini and 34-year-old Bonucci, who between them boast 219 caps, are the centre-back pairing of choice.

Italy's defender Giorgio Chiellini (Back) hugs Italy's defender Leonardo Bonucci. AFP PHOTO

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