Gianluigi Buffon is pleased with a possible switch to a three-man defence against Uruguay. “We are chameleons.”
Gianluigi Buffon is pleased with a possible switch to a three-man defence against Uruguay. “We are chameleons.”
Italy need at least a point to progress in the World Cup on Tuesday in Natal and, with Daniele De Rossi injured, it’s reported Cesare Prandelli will move to 3-4-2-1 or 3-5-2.
“We are open to all possibilities,” said captain Buffon in a Press conference.
“One of our best qualities is that we are chameleons and I hope this versatility will help us to reach all the results we are aiming for.”
If it is 3-5-2, then there are rumours Torino striker Ciro Immobile will partner Mario Balotelli for the first time.
“It would be a novelty, with all the benefits and risks that go with that. In case this choice is made, what happens on the field will tell us if it was the right decision.
“Do I prefer working with a three-man defence? What I think is irrelevant, as we’re talking about what is best for the team and the right medicine to emerge from certain tough moments.
“The answer is in the head of the Coach, so what I prefer counts for practically nothing.
“I think we can all agree that recently we conceded too many chances and against Costa Rica we were unable to balance that with the opportunities created.
“The disappointment within us is about the second half, when we were unable to cause problems for a team that focused only on defending.”
Italy were praised in the media after beating England 2-1 with the 4-1-4-1 system, but lambasted after a similar approach lost to Costa Rica.
“I think it’s a bit excessive to go from this style being the cure to all ills and five days later it’s already old news. Decisions need to be made based on the players and the opponents, so versatility is helpful.”