And Italy is the reigning champion of the Euro Cupwon its first match in this 2024 edition and in the FIFA Ranking it is close to Spain, there is no reason to think the ‘Azzurra’ is inferior to ‘La Roja’.
Coach Luciano Spaletti did not tire of praising the style and football of his next rival in this Euro, but recalled that Italy has its own philosophy, a globally recognized suit with which they appear in each match and a group of players good enough to win again.
There will be moments where you have to defend at all costs, but still, that is your specialty.
“Spain is capable of generating excellent football and there will be moments when we have to dig in to hold on, but we have to show our intention to play. Maximum respect, but we don’t have to think that we are worse,” commented the coach ahead of the duel against Luis de la Fuente’s team, which began its journey in the tournament by beating Croatia, world runner-up in 2018, 3-0.
But beyond the rival and his “soccer school” that Spaletti likes so much, the coach clarified that the key to victory is in his own strength, in the level of his team and in what he can generate on the field. , so beyond the rival’s attractive way of interpreting the game, the ‘Azzurra’ will come out with their best suit, with that style that everyone knows to give a blow of authority in Group B.
“I’m more concerned about the level of football we have to generate. Our football level. The key to opening the door depends on our performance level. I’m focused on ours. We are going to be faithful to our philosophy. It is a difficult game, but we wear Giorgio Armani and we will play with the best possible suit,” said the coach, making a metaphor with the style of play and clothing.
Italy will have its entire team available for this duel against Spainone of the best that the group stage can offer and that may be repeated later if both teams go far.
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