Domenico Criscito feels Sunday is the time for Genoa to beat rivals Sampdoria in the Derby della Lanterna. “It’s been too long.”
The Grifone haven’t defeated their neighbours since a 3-0 result in May 2016, managing only one draw and three defeats.
“We’ve had a lot of time to prepare for this match, seeing as there was the break for international duty. It’s an important game both for us and the fans,” Criscito told Telenord.
Domenico Criscito feels Sunday is the time for Genoa to beat rivals Sampdoria in the Derby della Lanterna. “It’s been too long.”
The Grifone haven’t defeated their neighbours since a 3-0 result in May 2016, managing only one draw and three defeats.
“We’ve had a lot of time to prepare for this match, seeing as there was the break for international duty. It’s an important game both for us and the fans,” Criscito told Telenord.
“We always try to give our best and want to make the fans happy, because it’s been too long since Genoa won the derby. This is why we’ve got to give everything we have for our fans.
“Playing the derby as captain will be truly special and exciting.”
This is the first Derby della Lanterna since the collapse of the Ponte Morandi bridge on August 14, a devastating incident that killed 43 people, left hundreds homeless and wiped out an iconic landmark.
“Nobody can forget what happened to the people of Genoa and we’ll always remember the tragedy. I too crossed that bridge just a few minutes before it collapsed.
“I am sure, however, that there will be a wonderful atmosphere in the stadium and the city deserves a great game of football.”