Gattuso: Must play against Israel or you will be sentenced to 0-3. Chiesa is absent due to poor condition

Italian national team coach Gattuso attended the press conference and talked about the upcoming match against Estonia and Israel, and answered many hot questions such as player selection, team status and external environment.

Why did Spinazola and Picoli replace Politano and Zachani?

"We will play in one way in the first game and in another way in the second game. This time the player selection is based on this consideration. Unfortunately, we have lost some players, but the new players can also help us. Making these choices is considered for these two games."

How do you evaluate Ahano and Tresoldi in Atlanta's match against Bruges?

"I looked at it, they performed well. They had the opportunity to wear the blue jersey of the Italian national team, and we are discussing this with the chairman and Buffon. We are working hard to see if we can do something."

What has changed this month? What do you think of AC Milan and Como's match in Perth?

"This is modern football. There is a high commercial value in it, and it is natural for the club to consider it seriously. When the offer is so high, it is normal for the club to adopt it. This is something that the club considers at the club level, and I don't think it is negative. As for the first question, I want to say that the pressure is really great. I like to run around. I won't be bored. I thought I would miss the stadium, but now the job is both beautiful and hard. The responsibility is very heavy, I can fully feel it, and I enjoy it. I hope to keep this enthusiasm all the time."

"We need to correct a lot compared to September, but there are some positive aspects. The game against Israel is ourselves that we can rekindle the suspense, and then maybe it's the We won only after the favor of the goddess of luck. We must improve our mentality and learn to smell danger. This is not a problem with formation, but the whole team can smell danger and defend well.

Regarding Chiesa, is it a common decision not to call him this time? What are the teams that need to be corrected?

The situation of Chiesa is very simple: I often communicate with my players, and I can even say that I often 'noisy' them. I talk to Chiesa once a week, and he knows what I think from me, but then you have to respect what the players tell you. He feels that he is not 100% in form, he wants to recover to 100%, and that's the truth. "

How do you think the team is in the current situation? Is it possible to play as a three-back?

"I have to say that the situation is much better now than a month ago, and the players have more playing time, which is important. Regarding the three-back, I think every coach has to be good at dealing with various situations, and I can't be stubborn on my preferences. Even if I don't like it, it doesn't matter, we will choose the best way to make the players feel as comfortable as possible."

What do you think of Spinazzola and Christant?

"We look at players everywhere. I also made the Football Association spend a lot of money because there are a lot of people responsible for covering all the games... When you look around and see some good performances, you have to give rewards. Unfortunately, some people failed to be selected, but the evaluation is based on what we see. Then, I will take my responsibility."

How do you think the forwards are in the form?

"From the face, I'll tell you what's going on after the training... let's see what happens on the training ground."

Laspadori was used as a left winger at Atletico Madrid. Will this be a solution?

"I also put him on the wing when Bergamo vs. Estonia, which may be a solution."

Can you explain why Cambiagi and Nicolusi Cavilia were recruited? Is Cambiagi a bit like Politano on the left?

"Yes, he's very similar to Politano. He was unfortunate last season with a cruciate ligament break, but he's a guy who can do well on both sides of the offense and defense. If you want to play as a single midfielder, Nicolusi has both balance and strength. He has the right characteristics to be competent for that position."

Will you rotate more players between the two games this time compared to September? Given the standings situation, what message do you want to convey to the players?

"We have to consider doing our own things. There is no special information. We have to work focused and not be disturbed by everything outside. Of course, the atmosphere is not very good now, but we have to focus on being ourselves. In order to qualify for the playoffs, we have to get good results, and Israel has a chance. We have to be the best. I don't know if there will be more rotations, let's look at... first consider the match against Estonia, which will be a match that needs to be fought and fought."

When you say "the atmosphere is not very good", is it referring to the atmosphere surrounding the match against Israel? What are your most worrying dangers?

"We have to smell the danger, and this is the aspect we need to improve the most. Regarding the first question, yes, I mean that, it's the fact. We will go to the game, and we know that there will be very few spectators on the scene: I understand this, understand everyone's concerns. We know that we have to play, otherwise we will be sentenced to lose 0-3. It's sad and heartbreaking to see what is happening, but we can't say that the game environment is calm. We know that there will be 10,000 people outside the stadium, and there will be about five or six thousand people in the stadium. We would rather have an atmosphere like in Bergamo a month ago."

What stage is Keane now?

"He scored double goals last season. I told him that he had to give more at this moment because he was an important player. He couldn't make excuses for himself, but he had to stick to his position, prepare and be a role model for his teammates.. "

Will you use a double center tactic? Are Italian defenders not as good at marking people as they used to be?

"In recent years, many defenses tend to follow people, and few teams conduct zone defense. In this case, it naturally becomes more difficult when you want to play zone defense, which requires a lot of work. I have to try to find a compromise, that's what modern football is like. However, it's harder to defend this way, and it's harder to defend in open space. Regarding the double center, I want to say that it is crazy to change a system that has already worked, but we still have to take a look at the training situation. After all, today is the first time to train together. "

Considering the existence of Modric, Ricci has received very little playing time. Do you regret that?

"It is a bit regretful, but nothing has been finalized yet. Quite the opposite. Playing time is important, and accumulating game time is important. It's a pity for him because he's in front of a legend like Modric, but it's good for him to train with him. You can observe him. Now he is paying the price for his excellence, with very little playing time, but nothing is settled for him. I hope he can find his space. "

What can you say about Spinazzola's return? Which position will he play?

"His position is his natural position. Of course, he can also play in some more advanced positions because he has speed and technique. He was unlucky and lacked consistency before, and now he's finding his form. But I have to thank him: I called him after Politano's injury and he immediately expressed his strong desire. It is not easy to do this at the age of 32. I have experienced it as a player. He comes here with a desire and a huge passion, which I really appreciate. "