“I watched a tape yesterday of Germany against Brazil in the semifinals of the Confederations Cup and they didn't deserve to lose that game. Then there's the Germany we saw tonight. Which Germany is it? I still think it's a strong team.”
“The most beautiful thing in the Champions League this season has been Arsenal. Their growth has been incredible. They have done something which in Italy we could never allow ourselves to do.”
“I'm extremely happy for him. I have been following his progress. His recovery is continuing and I have received many positive signs from him. I think there's a good chance of having him back for the World Cup.”
“There are 29 players here and I wanted them to feel part of the project - this is not a project that stops at the World Cup. Don't forget that shortly after the World Cup we have a friendly in August and then in September qualification for the European championships begins.”
“There are some who won't be there but they need to feel proud and satisfied in the knowledge that they are part of the group even if they don't go to the World Cup they are part of our squad.”
“From now on I have to think about the roster. Everyone should feel like they're on the bubble. That's why I won't replace Totti, whoever I would have called up would feel like a backup, and here there are no (backups).”
