Barzagli: Nowadays, more attention is paid to player health, and it is important to teach players correct first aid measures.

Italian celebrity Barzagli came to Florence to attend a charity dinner held in memory of the Astori Association and was interviewed.

What do you think about participating in this event? (Astori died of a heart attack while playing for Fiorentina in 2018)

I am very happy to be here and hug Astori’s family. This is not only out of my personal feelings for Astori, but also to witness the progress of this important project with a solid foundation. It was an Astori-themed night, with his family doing a lot of work and contribution behind the scenes.

As a Florentine, are you happy that the Astori family maintains such close ties with Florence?

I think this is the connection between the city and Astori, unfortunately, and also because of the tragedy that happened in the first place. I think everyone has their own answer in this situation and that's what matters.

The football community is united and Chiellini is here tonight.

This is a tragedy that touches everyone. Despite the sporting rivalry, we all come together in the face of things like this.

Now that Italy has announced the Bovi Act, is it now more concerned about the health of players? (Bovi collapsed due to a heart attack during Fiorentina's game against Inter Milan last season, and this emergency bill is named after him)

Maybe in the era when I played football, there was not as much attention as now, but there were still necessary medical examinations. It's mainly about educating the younger players because it concerns them. I used to think it was mainly the club's responsibility, but actually it's about the individual players. It is very important to apply first aid correctly and to provide young players with relevant information in advance.

source:7cm cn