In an interview with Gazzetta dello Sport, former Italian national team coach Prandelli discussed the Champions League and the possibility of Inter Milan returning to the ranks of European powerhouses.
What does Inter Milan need to return to the ranks of Europe's top teams?
"We need two teams that can compete as protagonists throughout the entire season, both in the league and in European competitions, and we also need to be consistent in decision-making, organization and planning."
“If you have these foundations, you can go very far; but if many players can’t accept having to recover in the league three days after a cup match, everything becomes very complicated. But big clubs shouldn’t have this problem.”
Inter Milan is the Italian team most likely to go further in the Champions League.
"Yes, because in my opinion, Inter Milan seems to be the only Italian team that combines European characteristics. They play, they try to organize attacks, but they are also very efficient in counter-attacks and intensity. Every time they counter-attack, they want to score. I really like this way of understanding football, while some of our teams are still stuck in the stage of organizing and advancing, the pace is slow, and it is easy to predict. Football is modern and is always moving forward. There is no such thing as ancient football. Football from two years ago."
"Compared to what you see now and what you saw at the World Cup, it may already be outdated. Inter Milan strengthened their squad by bringing in players who have won games and know how to win, such as Stones and other English players. They chose players who could definitely provide technical and mental support."
Will Allegri bring about change?
“Napoli is Napoli, which means there will be tremendous passion and a strong desire to win. Their elimination last year was partly due to too many injuries. Allegri has made the team more united, and he will prepare well for the game. I believe he can make a difference.”
About Rome
“It was clear from Monday’s game that they were ahead. They will get through the first stage. In addition to their form, Gasperini’s Roma also has a clear understanding of the game and knows what they need to do. I think they are ready.”
