Giacomo Raspadori doesn't mince words. The stakes are high, very high. And two days before the challenge against Norway, the Napoli striker wears the blue jersey with the awareness of someone who knows he represents something bigger: "When you wear these colors, the energy comes by itself. It's a privilege, and from this comes the desire to give everything. The goal is clear: we have to return to the World Cup."
At 'Vivo Azzurro', Raspadori transmits clarity and determination. He knows that qualification is a fundamental goal, even for those who have never seen Italy as a protagonist on a world stage. "In 2014 I was 14 years old. Since then we have not played a World Cup. There are ten-year-old children who have never seen our national team at those levels. This gives us an immense responsibility, and we want to do everything we can to bring Italy back to where it deserves to be."
Dortmund's performance against Germany is the starting point, especially that second half played with determination and clarity. "We need to have that continuity for the whole ninety minutes. Norway is a strong team, but so are we. We are not worried, because worry brings negative thoughts. We are confident in the work we are doing."
Raspadori: “Spalletti has always shown me his trust”
Raspadori also talks about the group and the atmosphere in the dressing room, recalling the constant support he received from coach Spalletti, even in the moments when he struggled to find space in the club: "He always showed me confidence, even when I wasn't playing consistently. I try every day to repay that esteem, with positive energy and absolute commitment."
He also mentions his teammates who are coming back from the European disappointment with Inter: "They are great professionals and real men. They know how much the National team counts and how much their example is needed for the whole group." And at a crucial moment for the destiny of the Azzurri, Raspadori's enthusiasm sounds like a promise: "We are ready, all of us. And we will put our heart and soul into it."
Article published on 4 June 2025 - 16:34
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