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Xhanluixhi Buffon thinks that the match against Albania, Italy's first in "EURO 2024", will be difficult and nobody should take Silvinho's team lightly. In his words after the draw, now as the manager of the Italian team, the former goalkeeper emphasized that the fact that the first match was against what in theory is considered the easiest in the group should not be passed over with euphoria.
" It was wonderful to hold that cup, there was also pride and responsibility because we will go to this European Championship as champions. Arriving in the fourth pot a difficult draw was likely. It's a bit like the 2012 group, with Spain, Croatia and Ireland. We qualified as second and in this case the four best third-placed teams will also qualify, so we have our chances. We're worried, but I guess others aren't jumping for joy either.
Between now and June, Italy will have the opportunity to grow and improve further. As individuals there are 3-4 teams above us, but as a team and players who will have a unity of thought on the field, I don't know how many teams can be stronger than us.
The debut against Albania? It will be a stimulus. Objectively, I believe that it is better and more honest not to put the cart before the horse. Albania is in a strong group, but must be respected and treated with care. The problem will be from our side, but also from Spain and Croatia. We cannot know in advance whether a draw or a defeat in the debut could jeopardize the qualification: Albania has values and has shown them ", said Bufon after the draw.
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