Massimo Mauro, former player of Napoli e Juventus, spoke to the microphones of 'Radio Anch'Io Sport' on Radio 1 Rai and analysed football strictness awarded to the Azzurri last night for a foul by Nonge on Osimhen: “There is no doubt that VAR is often decisive in many situations. However, it is essential to use it wisely and with respect for the game.
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I've always had doubts about this gadget, which I jokingly call that."
“I think it affects the referee’s performance and can completely nullify the assistant’s work. VAR is certainly being used cleverly by players to get the most out of situations that, during my career, were considered an integral part of the game.”
“Saying 'Step on foot' seems out of place to me in a context where the use of the feet is essential.
Arriving slightly late and brushing an opponent without causing a significant impact should never be considered a foul in a game where contact is a fundamental part. We cannot think of playing without contact”.
Mauro: “Great work by Allegri. Calzona? I hope it is confirmed”
“With the use of VAR, every contact seems to become a foul.
I understand that we are in the age of television, but it is necessary to establish a serious protocol and have VAR intervene only in specific situations. Otherwise, the match risks turning into a PlayStation video game”.
“Cheerful?
He did an excellent job, especially considering the difficult period that Juventus went through and the challenges that were not related to the pitch. Allegri was the leader of the club and the team.
If Juventus wants to build a future and return to compete for the Scudetto, I think Allegri is the right choice. The team is made up of many young players, the average age has decreased, and Allegri has truly done an extraordinary job.”
“I hope Calzona is confirmed: he knows the environment well, he adopts a style of play similar to that of Sarri and Spalletti.
Unless there are significant changes in the team, I think Calzona is the ideal coach. Yesterday we saw a team that was reminiscent of the one that won the championship”.
“Great ball possession and Lobotka back to lead the midfield.
With a little more balance in defense, Napoli can return to being the team that won the Scudetto. It is necessary to find defensive solidity and maintain the right distances. Calzona is the right man, I hope that there are no further changes and that the concentration focuses more on the players.”
Article published on March 4, 2024 - 10pm
