Italy is undefeated and will face Venezuela today after beating Puerto Rico in quarterfinals and finishing at the top of Pool B ahead of Team USA and Mexico. Their impressive play has captivated baseball fans all over the world who will be cheering for Team Italy to win against powerhouse Venezuela.

According to ESPN's Jeff Passan, the Italians reportedly will start Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Aaron Nola in the World Baseball Classic semifinals on Monday: Here was Italy's lineup for its win over Puerto Rico,

Francisco Cervelli believes Italy won't be sneaking up on opponents in three years at the next World Baseball Classic. “We are no longer the Cinderella,” the Italy manager said after the Azzurri were eliminated with a 4-2 semifinal loss to Venezuela on Monday night.

Phillies starter Aaron Nola will start for Italy against Venezuela in the WBC semifinals to face USA in the finals. Here's how to watch.

If Italy does win Monday, it would set up a rematch with the U.S., who’s since bested Canada and the Dominican Republic to rebound from the upset loss. Against the Dominicans, s

Italy has advanced to the semifinals of the World Baseball Classic where they will face Venezuela on Monday night. And if things go well during that game, you’ll see some of their players enjoying a shot of espresso in the dugout.