Italy’s entertaining 3-1 victory over France at the Parc des Princes on Friday night was described as ‘unforgettable’ by full debutant Samuele Ricci, while Giovanni Di Lorenzo praised the group’s character after conceding an unfortunate goal after just 14 seconds.
Check out the players’ reactions after a winning start to the Nations League campaign.
Players react to France 1-3 Italy win
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‘Forza Azzurri,’ wrote the captain, Donnarumma, who put in a solid performance between the Azzurri sticks. It would have been a clean sheet had it not been for the unfortunate slip after 14 seconds.
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Giovani Di Lorenzo wrote: “How great to see us react like this in France. A great test of character.” He had a horrible start to the night, allowing Barcola to snatch onto the ball in the Italy half just 10 seconds in. Though there were a few nervy moments that followed, he recovered eventually.
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“What a performance, what a night,” wrote Arsenal and former Bologna centre-back Riccardo Calafiori, who was one of several Italy players worthy of winning man-of-the-match on Friday night.
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“Together,” wrote Alessandro Buongiorno, who came on to replace Calafiori midway through the second half. The Napoli man looked solid when he entered.
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Sandro Tonali was particularly pleased with the team on Friday night. “It’s always special to wear these colours, even more so with this group,” were his words.
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(@ricci_samuele_28)Samuele Ricci dubbed it an ‘unforgettable night,’ after making his full debut for the senior national team. His only other cap at this level came off the bench back in 2022 under Roberto Mancini.
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Goalscorer Davide Frattesi dubbed Friday’s win a ‘relaunch’ after what had been a tough summer to endure at the EUROs.
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“What energy, what a group,” Wrote Giacomo Raspadori, who came on at half-time and played a massive role in upping Italy’s tempo. He was involved with Frattesi’s goal, and then got one for himself before the close of play.
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