Di Marco: We have to make Norway change their attitude towards us tomorrow and try to win seven games in a row
6686 Sports News on November 15th. In the tenth round of the World European Qualifiers, Italy will face Norway at the home team. Before the game, Italian defender Dimarco was interviewed and talked about competition-related topics.
About representing the national team
Di Marco: "It is a great thing to represent the national team in the World Cup. We have a responsibility to advance."
Are you looking forward to this competition?
Di Marco: "We will face a strong team, we have already seen it in the away team. But we are no longer the team we were in the away team, and we played very badly in that game. Tomorrow we must make them change and strive for seven consecutive victories."
What aspects need special attention in such a short period of time?
Di Marco: "We have started the journey with the new coach. We practice smoothly and get along well with each other. Paying attention to details in such a short period of time is the most important. The strength of the team is very strong. National teams like Italy, whether in the European Cup or the World Cup, can always show their strength as long as they form a joint force."
Do you think we can make a comeback tomorrow?
Di Marco: "To be honest, I think it is very difficult, even impossible. This is the last game before the play-offs in March. We need to practice the final strategy, and winning will help maintain the winning streak."
What went wrong in the away game against Norway?
Di Marco: "Everything was messed up. We were defeated cleanly 3-0. Unfortunately, it was the first game of the group. Although we won all the games after that, that defeat still put us in a passive position. It was not easy. Accept it. Norway is strong, but Italy must advance to this World Cup because our performance in this group deserves this result."
What else do you think you can do as players, given the intensive schedule?
Di Marco: "The schedule is not something I can decide. There are dedicated people in charge of these things. We must do our job well and play for the club and the national team at any time."
What do you think of Pio Esposito?
Di Marco: "He is a young and capable player who practices very hard. At Inter Milan, we see him every day: he still needs to develop in some aspects, but he is already on the right path. We must let him develop slowly. Don't put too much pressure on him. He has shown a lot of potential, and like everyone, he will encounter setbacks, and we will help him."
Are you a little angry at the thought that you may not be able to directly qualify for the World Cup after losing just one game? Did you guys talk about this in the break room?
Di Marco: "It is normal to talk about this matter, but the rules are not set by us. The group situation is like this. Even if we only lose one game, we can only play in the play-offs."
I don’t know if this is the happiest moment in your career - Chivu values you very much, and Gattuso also thinks highly of you...ckquote>Di Marco: "Before this, I had many ups and downs in my career. The defeat in last year's finals made me very painful, but I worked hard to get out of the shadows in the best way. Thanks to Chivuvo and Gattuso for their trust, and I hope to continue to maintain such a competitive state."
What kind of coordination have you and Gattuso established?Di Marco: "The cooperation is very good. He is a very straightforward person, which allowed us to regain our sense of belonging to the national team - I think this is the most important thing."
