Donadoni: Italy faces the risk of missing out on the World Cup again, which is really unacceptable

Serie B team Spezia has announced the appointment of Donadoni as the team’s head coach this month. Recently, the former Italian national team coach accepted an interview with Rai Radio 1’s “Radio Anch’io Sport” program. This is also his first return to the coaching bench after a five-year gap.

■About returning to the coaching bench after five years

Donadoni said: "When you return to work after such a long time, the feeling is very special. I completed the first week of work, and I have to say, I feel very good and very positive. I met a group of players who were very cooperative. , they are eager to reverse the unfavorable situation at the beginning of the season, which is different from the situation last season when they were fighting for Serie A. There is a lot to do now, and I also need a little time to regain the feeling of the game, but I must say that this process makes me very involved and I am very happy with myself. Made this choice."

■Talk about the Italian National Team

"Obviously, it is really unacceptable for a national team of Italy's level to take the risk of missing the World Cup again. However, we must also learn to face reality: in a sense. "This reflects our current true level, including the decline in overall quality. We have really lost something in the past few years, and the opponent never gives anything away, so the game becomes more difficult."

"Now we have to focus on playing well in the next two games." competition and strive to pass the play-offs. I think we have to be realistic and admit our current limitations. My only hope is that the cooperation between the national team and the club can improve. Only in this way can we move to the next level and get more opportunities in major competitions." 3}

■ Talking about the reversal battle between Milan and Parma

"For a team of Milan's level, leading by two goals but failing to hold on to victory, this is indeed worthy of reflection. Of course, it is an advantage for Milan to only focus on the league now. But this situation of being reversed and losing points will definitely be in the long run. It will have an impact."

■Talk about Bologna's surprise performance

"Maybe it's too early to say whether Bologna has the ability to challenge Inter Milan or Roma, but there is no doubt that this is a team with a clear game philosophy. The club is very structured, has a clear mind and has the right people in key positions. Calling it a 'surprise' would be a bit of an understatement, but they are proving themselves to be a real presence and I am happy about it because I have a deep emotional connection with Bologna."