On June 29, Italian legendary goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon spoke in an interview with UEFA.
What positive aspects can Italy take from the group stage?
Buffon: “Our goalkeepers performed well, the other players showed great determination and courage, and I also appreciate the coach’s approach. We’re striving to progress further.”
What does this Italy team still need?
Buffon: “A convincing performance. But the match against Croatia was excellent and gave us confidence and enthusiasm. The last-minute equalizer injected adrenaline and passion, fueling our battle against Switzerland!”
The encounter with Switzerland will be a goalkeeper duel between Donnarumma and Sommer.
Buffon: “Donnarumma has been outstanding in this Euro, making many incredible saves to help the Italian team. Sommer has been at the top of his game for years, among the best in the world.”
“This Euro features not only them but also many other excellent goalkeepers. I have a soft spot for the Georgian one (Mamardashvili) and Croatia’s number one (Livaković), not to mention some familiar faces like Neuer.”
“If you asked me to choose, I’d pick Donnarumma a million times over.”
