On 5 June 2012, Italian aircraft landed in Kraków for the first practice. 13 thousand fans

On 5 June 2012, Italy was preparing for the Euro Cup in Poland and Ukraine. Cesare Prandelli's team arrived in Wielika for their retreat in Kraków with a lot of ambition and excitement. Amid continuous rain, approximately 13 thousand fans were present to watch Italy's first warm-up, which took place at the Municipal Stadium in Kraków, chosen as the Azzurri's retreat for UEFA Euro 2012. Andrea Barzagli did not participate in the first practice, because he had a calf strain, and Cristian Maggio, who was working in the gym because of an adductor problem. Mario Balotelli produced a brilliant performance, scoring a triple goal, while Daniele De Rossi was subbed in alongside Ogbonna and Bonucci. Prandelli said: "I will wait for Barzagli. He is very important, we have already alerted Astori. Will I use three defenders against Spain? If I use it, Daniele De Rossi will be central. I am also very curious to see what this team can do." Demetrio Albertini, who was vice-president of the FIGC at the time, expressed his gratitude to the audience present. "Thank you to the administrative team of Kraków for the welcome and thank you to all of you who are here to watch our players. It is a wonderful welcome, your enthusiasm will help us play a big European Cup, perform well and entertain you."