Donadoni insists he was happy with his players' efforts during the tournament but as coach he is expected to be criticised in Italy for a defensive approach that saw them knocked out at the quarter-final stage.

"In the next few days we will discuss what will happen," said Giancarlo Abete, president of the Italian Football Federation.

"In the next few days we'll retrace our steps."

After 120 goalless minutes at Vienna'sErnst Happel Stadium, Daniele de Rossi and Antonio di Natale had penalties saved by Iker Casillas and Cesc Fabregas tucked away the decisive spot-kick.

"I can say that they have given everything and in these terms I'm proud," said Donadoni. "I'm proud of the football they've been able to produce.

"There was no more energy left, from the ones that played and the ones that didn't.

"I am very sad for them because they have been really good and have had a very strong bond. It doesn't matter what result they achieved."