Bonucci says his team-mates dominated the Red Devils and lauded the ‘heart’ of Italy after the big win at the Allianz Arena in Munich.
Italy were the better side in the first half and were leading 2-0 before halftime thanks to goals from Nicolo Barella and Napoli star Lorenzo Insigne.
Belgium pulled one back before the break through Romelu Lukaku from the penalty spot but that was not enough to inspire Roberto Martinez’s men.
“We knew Belgium’s quality, especially in attack and the danger they posed to us on the counter,” Bonucci told RAI Sport after the game.
“We went 2-0 up and were dominating the game, then they got back into it with a dubious penalty, we did really well to hold on and showed once again how important the heart of this Italy side and of the Italians is.”
Italy will now be facing Spain, who beat Switzerland on penalties, in the semi-final at Wembley on Tuesday.
“Now we can keep dreaming with our feet on the ground. Spain are a great team, but we started this tournament with a dream in our hearts, let’s keep it there until the end,” continued Bonucci.
“There are two matches to go, the most difficult will be against Spain, who play similar to Belgium. They again looked as if they might not make it, but they got back on their feet, so it’ll be a battle to the end.”
