The goalkeeper of Italy Gigio Donnarumma spoke to the microphones of Rai after the Nations League match against France.
Can you tell us about the beginning?
“I wasn’t ready yet, I hadn’t put my glove on. I asked him to ask me for the OK, like everyone does. We were also not very smart, because the ball was ours and we could have waited. We were good at reacting afterwards, great match”.
What did you think?
“It was tough to concede the goal so early, but then the boys did a good job of staying calm and playing the ball well. That was fundamental to winning.”
Usual defense and courage to play the ball.
“I totally agree. We’ve settled in a bit, everyone is used to this system. The coach was good at understanding what we did wrong at the European Championship and what we could have done better. It was a wonderful match on a defensive level, everyone helped. Seeing those things made me smile again. I saw a united Italy with a desire to win”.
Did you expect an Italy like this?
“Yes, during the week I saw the right attitude and a different environment. The old smiles are back, I expected this match. With the strength of the group we brought home this match, I’m really happy”.
Great celebration from you after a Di Lorenzo clearance.
“We have an incredible connection, we are a united group and we want not to concede goals. With closures like that, we can only thank our teammate.”