Italy cruised to their first win in 2010 after two identical halves: Gilardino beat the crowded New Zealand defence after a wonderful through pass by de Rossi - 1-0. New Zealand had to open up more - and they did exactly that, but Smeltz couldn't take advantage of Buffon's absence. The New Zealand goalkeeper had problems with the troublesome Jabulani ball and he was finally beaten by Pepe's good cross for Iaquinta. New Zealand fought well but couldn't claim any points from the world champions.
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