The former captain of AC Milan and the Italian national team has expressed his views on the struggles of Italy’s national squad.
Details: Italian football icon Paolo Maldini discussed his disappointment over Italy’s poor showing in World Cup qualification.
Wearing the Italian shirt carries a lot of history, responsibility, and pride. It stands for one of the greatest national teams in football history.
AdvertisementMissing one World Cup is a warning. Missing two is a crisis, but missing three in a row is a complete failure.
When I played, talent mattered, but mindset was crucial. Discipline, sacrifice, and respect for the badge were essential. Today, I don’t see the same hunger. Players seem less willing to give everything for the jersey. The loss to Bosnia is not just a game; it shows a deeper issue.
Without identity, pride, and responsibility, Italy is no longer the Italy we know.
It is worth noting that in the last playoff match, Italy lost to Bosnia and Herzegovina in a penalty shootout, missing the World Cup for the third straight time.
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