As the upcoming Europa League campaign kicks off, Albania's manager Silvinho has revealed that his team is ready for the psychological pressure of a thrilling battle against soccer powerhouse Italy.
Silvinho bluntly pointed out that Albania have honed a determined heart and vowed to give it their all on the Euro stage despite the difficulties they encountered in the qualifiers.
Speaking about Italy, Silvinho cited Brazil's opening draw against Switzerland at the 2018 World Cup as an example, reminding Italy that once they lose their first game, they will face greater challenges in subsequent matches.
Although the Albanian team does not have the same immense pressure as Italy, Silvinho said that the team is feeling the same tension of the tournament. He revealed that the players are in good health and have a positive attitude towards training.
Reflecting on his coaching career, Silvinho mentioned his experience as an assistant coach at Inter Milan in Italy, praising the tactical philosophy of Italian soccer.
With the Europa League approaching, Silvinho and his Albanian team are ready to go, looking forward to showing their strength on the field and competing with strong teams like Italy.
