Luciano Spalletti has expressed profound concern regarding his team’s performance, candidly admitting they «got lucky in the second half.» The coach dismissed any notion of fatigue, instead highlighting a deeper, more troubling issue of mental complacency and inconsistent effort from his players.
«There was no tiredness,» Spalletti stated. «The problem is that sometimes we accept being an inferior version of ourselves.» His frustration was palpable as he reflected on the team’s journey: «After six or seven months, I’m still not entirely sure what I’m dealing with.»
These comments underscore a significant challenge in instilling a consistent winning mentality and understanding the true character of his squad, suggesting that the team’s issues run deeper than mere physical exhaustion.