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Sacchi says Juventus veteran Pirlo cannot handle tournament football

Former Italy and AC Milan coach Arrigo Sacchi feels Andrea Pirlo's time with the Azzurri is coming to an end.

The Juventus midfielder struggled to make an impact at the World Cup.

"Pirlo? He's a great champion, but playing every three days at his age was always going to take its toll," said Sacchi.

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