but I would also include some Italian teams who, as always, are underestimated but always reserve big surprises for us.
No room for underestimating zones here. Italian teams have been underrated over the years and we can remember vividly how Inter Milan knocked out almighty formed Barcelona out of the UEFA Champions League and we had to see the competitive strength of this particular club. Surprises will always come either from Seria A teams, La Liga teams or the EPL. These clubs put in much more efforts to accumulate a win and they will always come for the big win.
I don't think Italian teams have ever been underestimated. Inter, Milan, Juventus, Roma, and Napoli have always been dangerous teams. Bologna may not have been considered a threat the year they participated, but the other Italian teams have always been among the strongest. Spanish teams are very good in this tournament. The Germans are actually surprising.