Player of the day: Super Mario Surely it wasn't Balotelli! It was another Mario who stole the limelight as Croatia's Mandzukic inspired his side with two-headed goals in the 3-1 win over Ireland. Goal of the day: Fabregas beats Buffon Cesc Fabregas was at the end of a magnificent team move that salvaged a 1-1 draw for the holders against Italy. Moment of the day: Buffon the sweeper! Gianluigi Buffon proved he is not just a world-class shot-stopper, but also demonstrated his playing abilities with an extraordinary piece of defending to deny Fernando Torres a certain goal. Save of the day: Casillas denies Italy While there was a legendary keeper with the armband in Italy's goal, Spain were also led by a phenomenal guardian in Iker Casillas, who produced a tremendous save to deny Thiago Motta's header. Miss of the day: Balotelli switch-off! Torres missed a glaring chance to win the game for Spain, yet no one is better than Mario Balotelli in making the headlines. The Italy and Manchester City forward simply switched off after robbing Sergio Ramos, allowing the Spain defender to recover the ball after he had already slipped out of the pitch. Manager decision: Di Natale on Cesare Prandelli couldn't wait anymore on Balotelli and his decision to introduce Antonio Di Natale instead paid off instantly as the Udinese ace found the net just four minutes after coming on. Quote: Pizza for Balotelli please! “What are you waiting for? Do you want us to get you a pizza and an espresso (to shoot)?! Impossible Balotelli!” Al-Jazeera Sport Tunisian commentator Essam Shawali was left fuming at the sleepy moment from Balotelli.
