Juventus boss Claudio Ranieri has tipped France for glory at Euro 2008, but also believes Spain and Portugal are in with a shout.
Italy arrived in Austria this afternoon looking to become the most successful Azzurri side in history by adding the European Championship title to the 2006 World Cup.
However, Juve tactician Ranieri believes that one of Italy’s Group C rivals could be triumphant on June 29.
“All the indications seem to point towards France for me,” Ranieri told the Corriere dello Sport.
“Even without David Trezeguet, who should have been in the squad, France have a side full of players who are able to turn any game around in their favour.
“But there’s also Portugal who have Cristiano Ronaldo. After Euro 2004 they will be determined to win it and will try and find the balance between solid and spectacular football.
“I am also curious to see what happens with Spain. They will be without Raul, but they have all the most promising youngsters.”
Italy face France on June 17 in what could be the decisive game in Group C.
