Yesterday, March 23, the Euro 2024 qualifying match between Italy and England was held, which ended in victory for the guests - 1:2. Here are the post-match comments of the teams' coaches to the official UEFA website.
Roberto Mancini. Photo: gettyimages.comRoberto Mancini, Italy head coach: "We knew the match with England would be difficult. We conceded two goals from set-pieces. Our team dominated in the second half, we pressed better, we were taller and I saw a great team again. We deserved a draw, so we are disappointed with the result. We need to roll up our sleeves and play better.
Retegui? He hasn't had time to get to know his teammates and our demands yet. In the first half he had difficulties with English defenders, who are very physical, but he acted better in the second half. He's young and I think he just needs a little more time."
Gareth SouthgateEngland head coach.: "We had an outstanding first half, but after the break it was very difficult. We had two different halves. First, we controlled the game very well and did not let the opponent to use the pressure effectively, we could have scored a third goal... At the beginning of the second half we made some wrong decisions, which changed the game pattern".
