U.S. U-17's bounced by Italy (UPDATED)

The game is in the 20th minute and U.S. ace Jack McInerney has just seen a penalty kick saved by the the Italy keeper.

As always, you can follow along at the U.S. Matchtracker or watch on ESPN360.

Back with the major updates only, followed by the wrap...

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29'

Beretta puts Italy ahead 1-0.

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HALFTIME 1-0 Italy

A few stats: the U.S. is up in possession (53-47%) and shots on goal (3-1), but has committed 13 fouls to Italy's four - which includes the penalty handball. Let's see who has the composure in the second half.

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49'

Italy netminder Bardi pushes a McInerney drive to the woodwork. Perhaps the third time will be a charm?

51'

Palodichuk ties it up from a corner kick. All square, 1-1!!

57'

Back to the chase... Iemello puts Italy back ahead 2-1.

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FULL TIME 2-1 Italy

Despite some late pressure, the U.S. U-17's head home with a round of 16 loss to Italy.

UPDATE: The highlights are up.


- Greg Seltzer