Under a clear sky, with a spring sun and a brisk wind that tempers the illusion of a truly mild day, anticipation fills the air at the `Polisportiva Stella` field in Rimini. The youth sector players of the local club, along with those from Rimini FC, are all eyes for the small group entering the facility around 5 PM. Leading them is a delegation from the white and red club, headed by president Stefania Di Salvo, accompanied by representatives of Lega Pro. President Matteo Marani is present, along with Gianfranco Zola. It is indeed Magic Box who captures the attention and curiosity of everyone present.
This includes the microphones of online news outlets and radio stations who interviewed him exclusively.
Here are his thoughts on the Italian national team, coached by Luciano Spalletti, as they seek qualification for the 2026 World Cup: `Missing it again would be a tragedy. I`m not saying this to put pressure on the Azzurri, but it`s unimaginable that three generations of Italians would not see our national team participate in the World Cup. It would be devastating. I, for example, became a footballer because I saw Italy win the 1982 World Cup, and thanks to that enthusiasm, I decided to pursue my path. I am convinced that Spalletti will succeed: I see a lot of quality in this team.`