Davide Frattesi admitted a profound sense of relief after ending his long goal drought for the national team during Italy's resounding 4-1 victory over Turkiye.
The Azzurri bounced back spectacularly from a previous defeat against Belgium, making multiple changes to the starting lineup and displaying fluid one-touch passing.
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Subscribe"I really wanted this, as I hadn't scored for Italy in too long," Frattesi shared during a post-match interview with Sky Sport Italia.
The midfielder credited the coaching staff for tactical instructions that positioned him perfectly to tap in a crucial rebound during the match.
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Frattesi's stellar performances follow a successful club transition to Lazio, where regular playing time has helped reignite his form and confidence on the international stage.
Beyond the goals scored on the pitch, the match featured unusual tactical elements, including teammate Michael Kayode utilizing an extraordinarily long throw-in technique.
"I was honestly confused when I saw him with a towel on the touchline... What is he doing? It was a good tactic, though!" laughed Frattesi regarding the rainy conditions in Bursa.
The Brentford player's unique throw-in strategy added an unexpected dimension to Italy's attacking options, requiring special preparation from the squad.