Fatih Terim warns Italy: without identity you cannot compete

The Turkish coach Fatih Terim, in a press conference, highlighted that the match against Italy in the Nations League is crucial for both teams, as they need a win to bounce back.

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Terim said: “You no longer have an identity, which is why you are not competitive” and added that the decision to keep Vincenzo Montella after the World Cup reflects the Federation’s confidence, but it is not enough to solve the problems. He highlighted that the absence of Hakan Calhanoglu and Arda Yildiz will be felt, as both possess important qualities.

Turkish talents and future prospects

The coach acknowledged the presence of promising youngsters such as Arda Güler and Can Uzun, describing them as extraordinary talents. He stated that matches of this kind are opportunities for players to take on responsibility and for Turkey to restart after the World Cup.

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Regarding the Italian national team, Terim praised Roberto Mancini, calling him “a very important coach” who led Italy to the European Championship. However, he clarified that his return “is not enough to solve all the problems” and that the team needs time and an adequate plan to rebuild its own identity.

The coach also emphasized that the potential of Italian football is still great, but that it is necessary to develop academies, provide opportunities to young players and review clubs’ transfer policies. He recalled that football is constantly evolving and that one cannot survive solely thanks to tactics or past successes.

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Finally, Terim reiterated that the goal is not only to qualify for the World Cup, but to ensure that Italian football regains its identity and competitiveness, so that it can face future challenges with confidence.