Gattuso: As long as Italy can theoretically reach the World Cup qualifying play-offs, Italy must go all out

Football 5:05am, 11 October 2025 55
In the European group stage of the World Cup preliminaries in the early hours of Sunday morning, Italy will go to an away game to challenge Estonia. At the press conference before the game, Italian coach Gennaro Gattuso talked about the team's preparations and also answered some questions that fans and the media were very concerned about.

About the team's situation

We have to score as many points as possible because Israel is right there and we can't make any assumptions. We are not automatically in the play-offs so we cannot take it lightly. Tomorrow's game is very important, there is another one in three days. As long as there is a theoretical chance of reaching the play-offs, we have to give it our all. We can't joke around, we have to take it seriously. My players and I know there's still a lot of work to do, we have a lot to fight for and we have to keep that in mind.

On whether we will watch Norway vs. Israel

No, we have to focus on tomorrow’s game. This game is very important for us, we have to get points and let the rest take its course. We need to concentrate and see what happens later.

About Spinazzola

Spinazzola is a young man with a smile and outstanding abilities. He prefers to play on the left, but he knows the team needs his help and is more than willing to provide support. For me this is very important and I want to thank him again.

On whether Raspadori will start

Yes. The players have to be ready at all times because we have five substitutions and they have to give their all to help the team.

About Serie A

I think Serie A is very difficult. I have worked abroad and it was very complex from a tactical perspective. That's why the coaches who coach in Italy are very experienced and you need to have enough knowledge to coach here.

As to whether Raspadori can serve as a winger

Yes, but the important thing is to occupy the position. It depends on how we cover the space, it's not impossible. This is an area he could cover if given the chance.

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