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Francisco Cervelli is managing Italy to its best World Baseball Classic ever, even though he was born and raised in Venezuela. The undefeated Italian squad faces his home country in Monday's semifinal showdown.
Italy's national baseball team just made history, advancing to the World Baseball Classic semifinals for the first time ever with a thrilling 8-6 victory over Puerto Rico. The underdogs are now 5-0 in the tournament and facing either defending champion Japan or Venezuela next.
Vinnie Pasquantino made World Baseball Classic history with three home runs in one game, leading Italy to victory over Mexico and unexpectedly saving Team USA's tournament hopes. The Kansas City Royals first baseman turned his tough start into the performance of a lifetime when his team needed it most.
In an unexpected twist of international baseball brotherhood, Italy demolished Mexico 9-1 to send their American rivals into the World Baseball Classic quarterfinals. Kansas City Royals player Vinnie Pasquantino hit three home runs for Italy and had a playful message for Team USA: "You're welcome."
Italy pulled off one of the greatest upsets in World Baseball Classic history, defeating a star-studded Team USA 8-6 in Houston. The underdog Azzurri now sit at 3-0 while America's dream team faces possible elimination.
Italy's underdog squad stunned the star-studded United States 8-6 in the World Baseball Classic, proving that heart and heritage can triumph over expectations. The thrilling upset in Houston shows why baseball's international stage keeps delivering magical moments.