Federico Marchetti performed two spectacular saves in Italy’s 2-1 loss to Argentina, but isn’t taking his Azzurri place for granted.
“The first half we struggled a little and were not able to get a handle on Argentina. They had those two chances and did well to make the most of them,” he told RAI Sport after coming on as a substitute.
Federico Marchetti performed two spectacular saves in Italy’s 2-1 loss to Argentina, but isn’t taking his Azzurri place for granted.
“The first half we struggled a little and were not able to get a handle on Argentina. They had those two chances and did well to make the most of them,” he told RAI Sport after coming on as a substitute.
“We were more incisive in attack for the second half. We know there is a lot to improve, but that we are also a great team and can challenge anyone. We showed that in Brazil at the Confederations Cup and have a year to get in shape.”
The Lazio” data-scaytid=”5″>Lazio goalkeeper needed two amazing saves on Gonzalo Higuain and Maxi Rodriguez after replacing Gigi Buffon.
However, after a disastrous 2010 World Cup and a year on the sidelines due to a contract dispute with Cagliari” data-scaytid=”10″>Cagliari, Marchetti is taking nothing for granted.
“I take it one day at a time, especially as I’ve been through all sorts. I am happy to be back in this squad made up of great lads as well as great players. I am ready to give my contribution when it is needed.
“It’s only normal that after a year of not playing at Cagliari it was already a miracle to be back in the Italy side at all.”
Marchetti will be back in action at the Stadio Olimpico on Sunday night, as Lazio face Juventus” data-scaytid=”22″>Juventus for the Italian Super Cup.
“Now I have to focus on the Super Cup. As I said a few weeks ago, we’re 50-50, as Juventus are a great side and so are we. May the best team win.”