Cesare Prandelli (Hero): He has always set different standards as a man and a coach, stepping down from a top role when his wife became seriously ill -- she later died -- and penalising his players if they misbehaved off the pitch as well as on it. Thus he didn't hesitate once Italy failed to go through to the second round to accept the blame and resign announcing it in the post-match press conference. "I take all responsibility for our failure. It's useless for me to sit here and say I could have done it differently. This is why I'm resigning," said the 56-year-old. (AFP Photo)