“When a competition starts we can’t help but be ambitious. On the other hand, you don’t play alone, there are other nations that have the same expectations. But I’m confident because I saw the boys calm and motivated with a very strong leadership from the point of view character”. On the eve of Italy’s match against Albania, sports minister Andrea Abodi is also there to support the Azzurri in Iserlohn. “The Azzurri will bring out everything they have and what they promised everyone, not just us, that is to give their best, that in my opinion is the fundamental fact.”
“Spalletti – adds the minister – is the ideal guide for a phase like this due to the characteristics of the man associated with those of the coach. It seems to me there is absolute harmony with the whole team and I believe this is a good prerequisite for a good result that we are all waiting for. How important is Italy’s victory for Italian football? Victories in sport are a source of pride and promotion, I am convinced that we will move forward and do our part, after which it will not depend only on us.”
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