TMW Radio
To intervene live at Maracanain the afternoon of TMW Radiowas the former FIGC manager Antonello Valentini. Who spoke about Italy:
What kind of Italy did you see against France?
“There is no doubt that the result and the performance were encouraging but we need to keep our feet firmly on the ground. Starting tonight, where confirmation is expected. There was an injection of enthusiasm and self-esteem, especially towards the fans. I would start from the reflections that Spalletti himself made before the match, recognizing with great realism that he was the one who made a mistake at the European Championships. I think it is an encouraging restart but the work is still ongoing. Ricci was the biggest surprise of this restart, but he found Tonali, Frattesi, Brescianini, so it is also thanks to Spalletti’s choices. I see a lot of guys in the future, with whom to work for a long time in the middle of the field. The problems remain up front and in defense, where there is little to choose from. But it is also the fault of a Serie A where the coach can only pick 33% of the players. I saw Spalletti’s touch a little more, some more courageous plays. On Dimarco’s goal I appreciate the player’s cheekiness in that gesture. He showed personality in that shot. If Spalletti continues to work like this, with a lot of realism and without chasing dreams of glory, I believe that the national team can grow. There are good elements in this Italy”.
Which midfield will be the starting one now?
“For any coach, abundance is important. I don’t think there isn’t a starting midfield, it will always depend on the conditions and the opponent. This competition can only do good. The important thing, I repeat, is to keep your feet on the ground, to have humility”.