Italy's Calafiori warns that France will not be an easy challenge

Italy's Calafiori warns that France will not be an easy challenge; France What has changed since the last match? Riccardo Calafiori, defender of the Italian national team, outlined the themes of the upcoming Nations League clash against France, emphasizing that tomorrow's full stadium in Brussels will be decisive.

Calafiori began the conference by recalling the decisive match against Belgium in Brussels, but he clarified that the Azzurri's tension has not been released.

"No, I believe that tomorrow the full stadium will help us, and that's it," he said, adding that the opponent they will face cannot be taken lightly.

The blue defender stated that he wants to convey leadership through his actions on the pitch, acknowledging that he is still young and has little experience with the national team.

He also argued that positive results boost confidence and that tomorrow will be an important test.

Calafiori explained that nothing has changed substantially since the last match, describing it as tough but with a heads‑up exit, and that playing at home tomorrow is a positive aspect.

He concluded that in the national team, with little time to train together, head and heart will be needed to face the challenge.

Regarding Olise, he said he hopes to mark him again, describing him as a high‑level player and a personal test.

Finally, he stated that Mbappé's absence does not change the difficulty, as France has several players of the highest level, and he urged to focus on their own team.

Calafiori concluded that the squad will arrive more aware and ready for the match.