Lippi: Italy Do not Need Messi or CR9

talian coach, Marcello Lippi, states do not need a star or a prima donna like Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo. For him, the player who is capable of supporting a team game is more useful than a star.

"The team that can win must be built from the players who are able menmbangun cooperation and unity. Not the players who felt as a phenomenon or a prima donna," said Lippi in Florence, before heading to South Africa to enter the lottery for the 2010 World Cup.

"Players who are born with great talent and think other players should follow the rhythm, will not long survive," he added.

Lippi had been proved. While appearing at the 2006 World Cup, his team more interested in cooperation. Of the 12 goals they have won, 10 goals among them printed berberad player. So far, Italy's top players still Gianluigi Buffon, Fabio Cannavaro and Andrea Pirlo. They are more concerned with team play than individual action.

For that reason also, Lippi will not buy a Antonio Cassano. He said there were three teams that rely too much on its star, but it had a wobble. They are Sweden (Zlatan Ibrahimovic), Portugal (Cristiano Ronaldo), and Argentina (Lionel Messi).

"We talk about the world's three best players. This proves that the team is paramount, not the stars," he said.

Even so, Lippi still put Argentina as a dangerous opponent in the 2010 World Cup. In addition, he said Germany, Brazil, Netherlands, and France. "But, if we are in the physical and psychological condition is good, there's nothing to fear," he said

07.17 | 0 komentar | Read More

Lippi Proud of Italy New Formations

Italy coach Marcello Lippi proud of the changes that he made ​​the team. He also praised the game "Gli Azzuri" a vibrant, up to a 1-0 win over Sweden in a friendly party at the Stadio Dino Manuzzi,

"This match is very satisfying because there is an attack from two sides,"he told RAI television.

"Although the formation of new squad was drawn up, but does not affect much change. There was only the players who play with spirit and enthusiasm," he added.

In this game, Davide Biondini play his full debut, while Daniele Galloppa, Mattia Cassani and Christian Maggio as new faces in the squad "Gli Azzuri". While the senior players such as Gianluigi Buffon, Fabio Cannavaro, Gianluca Zambrotta and Andrea Pirlo did not appear.

"A full strength squad, there will always be in Italy. Now we need something to complement the squad and need help from many quarters. We'll wait and see who we will face in the World Cup in South Africa later," he explained.

07.16 | 0 komentar | Read More

Lippi: Italy Ogah Underestimating the opponent

Italian coach, Marcello Lippi, do not feel satisfied or disappointed that his team are in Group F of the 2010 World  Cup finals  in South Africa. However, Lippi insisted that he would not underestimate the power of  his opponent.

The statement relating to the World Cup group draw that was held in Cape Town. Italy are in Group F along with Paraguay, New Zealand, and Slovakia.

As defending champion, Italy was in a group is quite light. Italy is expected to seamlessly into the last 16. However, Lippi would not agree. He asserted that he would not underestimate opponents. He also will continue working to improve the condition of the team.

"The difficulty in the group will increase if you are too underestimate your opponent," he said.

"We will face important opponents. We are not satisfied or disappointed. We will study the strength of opponents and then confront them with our best strength," he added

07.14 | 0 komentar | Read More

Juventus coach Lippi Back?

Italian national  team coach Marcello Lippi is rumored to  get a bid back to his old club  to train  in Italy, Juventus, after the 2010 World Cup in South Africa. However, the news was rebuffed by the white-haired trainer. Strictly speaking he describes the possibility to re-train "La Vecchia Signora"will never happen.

"After the World Cup is over, I'm not going to re-train Juventus. I am not a mascot Juventus," said the coach who is now the 61-year-old told Sky Sports 24.

"I was only given a few tips for Juve officials by saying that Ciro Ferrara is a very good coach. And I also explained to them that the decision to recruit Fabio Cannavaro and Fabio Grosso is an appropriate action," he continued.

However, he also explains the lack of Ferrara as coach of Juventus, who is now the worse performance.

"Ciro has made ​​some mistakes. But that was only because of age. He has a good personality and charisma. And he has done an excellent job with the coach. He also has some clever ideas for the future of Juventus," he added.

07.13 | 0 komentar | Read More

Totti Ready to Bela Italy Again

Francesco Totti who had previously declared retirement from the Italian national team, is now paving the way for the return. After urged by many parties, he was finally declared ready to defend Italy's World Cup again in 2010.

Roma captain had never wore a uniform "Gli Azzurri" since the 2006 World Cup in Berlin. He's more grappling with injury and now beginning to recover, and again showed his best game.

"I will make a decision in April. If Marcello Lippi (Italy coach) called me, then I will play in the World Cup. I think the young players will also be happy with me there," said Totti.

"Lippi Raporku with more than just football. I'll never forget what he had done to me in Germany," he added.

Totti also said, "Lippi did not know me personally. I've always been enemies on the field when he was training for Juventus. But, she always waited for me and gave me confidence. I'll never forget it."

Totti also promised to perform better than ever. He regretted his actions a player spit on Denmark's Christian Poulsen in Euro 2004.

07.12 | 0 komentar | Read More

Marcello Lippi: Belief in an Old Horse

Marcello Lippi Italy one of the best coaches. In fact, he's probably best at this time. In addition to success with the club, especially Juventus, he was also able to bring his team won the 2006 World Cup.

His success made the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) trust him to sit in a chair coach the national team (national team) in 2004-2006. He answered it with complete confidence led Italy won the World Cup 2006 in Germany.

After the death of Lippi, "Gli Azzurri" handled Roberto Donadoni. However, due to less satisfactory results in Euro 2008, FIGC asked Lippi to re-train the national team. Lippi menyanggupinya.

However, it was not easy for Lippi to develop strength as 2006. Parents increased the player who once lifted the World Cup in Germany was one factor that makes the performance of Italy was up and down.

A number of people assessing, Lippi is now time to give opportunities to younger players. However, Lippi refused. According to him, there is no enough time to build a consolidation with new players. He believes, physical problems can be overcome by mental and experience.

Lippi had barely caught his own convictions, as Italy look bad in the Confederations Cup South Africa 2009. However, the blunders it has made a public cry more loudly asks Italy Lippi to regenerate.

However, with a myriad of achievements, Lippi more confident of their own abilities. Although given an opportunity to a number of young players, such as Giuseppe Rossi, Lippi remains to build the main squad based on "experience."

Discordant voice then eased when the Italian ensure themselves qualify for the World Cup finals as champion of the European zone Group 8 with a record seven victories and three draws.

That does not mean that Italy is in the best condition to defend the title. Fabio Cannavaro, who plotted as defensive coordinator, is experiencing decline in performance at Juventus. On the front lines, Italy also have no lining or a tandem equivalent to Alberto Gilardino.

For the midfield, Lippi can still hope to Daniele De Rossi or Andrea Pirlo. However, the fragility of the fort and tumpulnya spearhead will give burden too heavy to midfield. Of course, this will disturb the focus of the game.

Comparing the condition with the candidates opposed to Italy in Group F, namely Slovakia, Paraguay, and New Zealand, Italy can still be optimistic indeed to escape. Capital big names, they might make New Zealand or Slovakia shivering. However, as far as what can go Italian?

What is clear, if Lippi still impose the current strength to be displayed in South Africa, it is difficult for Italy to survive. However, that's one strength Lippi. He's got strong confidence to the decision. So far, his attitude is often true and bring a degree. Will the conviction still true?

07.10 | 0 komentar | Read More

Lippi: Italy Do not Need To Idol!

Italian National Team coach, Marcello Lippi, insisted he could not possibly meet the public's desire  to include every  player  idol in the squad that will compete at the 2010 World  Cup in South Africa. According to him, the team just need quality players instead of the idol.

The statement addressing the Italian public pressure on Lippi to call Antonio Cassano and Mario Balotelli. Public rate, both these players deserve a chance to compete in the 2010 World Cup in South Africa. However, Lippi budge. He was determined to not meet the public desire.

"Obviously people want their idol is in the national team. But, they (the idol, Red) will only play in the national team if you have the same quality with his colleagues. We must be objective in building the team," he said.

"No relationship is complicated. I do not have a problem with any player," he added

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