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Everything that Per Dalic says about Italy, Spalletti, and the EURO 2024 winner

Head coach Zlatko Dalic of Croatia said that he expects Italy to give Croatia a tough game on Monday night, claiming that we didn’t see the “real” Italy in their 1-0 loss to Spain in Group B of the 2024 European Championship.

The 2024 European Championship quarterfinal match between the two sides will take place at 20.00 BST at the Red Bull Arena in Leipzig.

Dalic and the Croatian team are totally focused on their own preparation, although Luciano Spalletti is rumored to be planning to make “one or two” lineup changes.

Also, he made care to underline Spalletti’s achievements with Napoli, specifically the 2022–23 Scudetto.

Here is every word said about Italy by the Croatian national team head coach at the news conference prior to Sunday’s match.

With Italy, Spalletti, and the victor of Euro 2024 in the context, Dear DalicFirst and foremost, I want to congratulate him on his outstanding performance; he and Napoli won the Scudetto. The Italian teams are renowned for their meticulous preparation, and that will be on full display tomorrow,” Dalic informed the press, as reported by TMW.

We will try our utmost to maintain composure and deny them even a single point. In God’s hands, all things are possible.

The 1-0 setback to Spain on Thursday left Dalic believing Italy didn’t play up to their capabilities.

From what I can tell, that Matt doesn’t represent the “real” Italy. The unexpected turn of events caught both of us off guard. But that isn’t Italy right there.

When questioned about the potential Italy lineup afterwards, Dalic stated, “I don’t think he will change anything in terms of tactics.” I have learned a little bit about his playing style since his time in Naples. Although I am not particularly interested, he will have final say. I need to give my undivided attention to Croatia’s progress.

“We should stick with our usual formation from the previous two games; he may rest a few players, but we must concentrate on our defense and play well.”

With a single point in hand, Spalletti’s team has a chance to clinch second place in Group B. If Croatia beats Italy, though, they will overtake them in the league.

It is our expectation that we will be victorious in our match against Italy. It makes no difference; we need the victory and Italy needs a point. I am confident in my team’s abilities to face Italy head-on, even though we are still bracing for an aggressive Italian side.