Bastoni: "Four Years of Debt to Italians, Aiming to Restore National Team's Status"
Alessandro Bastoni opened the scoring in Italy's 4-1 win against Turkey. The Inter and national team defender spoke after the match to Rai Sport. He said, "Every time I come here, I can't help but think of Zenica. I will be indebted to Italians for the next four years. We hope to recov
Alessandro Bastoni opened the scoring in Italy's 4-1 win against Turkey. The Inter and national team defender spoke after the match to Rai Sport. He said, "Every time I come here, I can't help but think of Zenica. I will be indebted to Italians for the next four years. We hope to recover. I've always chosen to face difficulties head-on and take responsibility. I know my worth and what I can offer. We are trying to bring Italy back where it belongs. We know we hit rock bottom, but we're a new, young group eager to prove ourselves. All I ask for is some balance and patience. And if there's someone to attack and vent at, target us; we're more accustomed to this kind of pressure and criticism."
Bastoni believes the team's ability to react under pressure comes down to attitude and mindset. He noted that in the past year, he realized the difficulty of dealing with social media and external noise. That's why he suggests directing criticism towards players like himself, who have "broader shoulders" than younger teammates.
When asked about the most beautiful aspect of the evening – the play, goals, and personality – Bastoni highlighted the team's inherent qualities: youth, skill, and a desire to prove themselves. He cautioned against getting carried away, recalling past peaks followed by disappointments. Maintaining balance is key, but so is recognizing their collective strength and occasionally acknowledging it. "It's good to be happy sometimes," he added.
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