"I'd be lying if I said when I put my head on the pillow at night, I didn't hear the voices saying, 'take us to the World Cup, take us to the World Cup, take us to the World Cup'."
"I am prepared, and believe me, I am not thinking about what happens if things go badly. I want to think positive, to think big."
"You need experience on the field, but we must be ready to suffer when Northern Ireland systematically pump the ball into the box."
Gennaro Gattuso expresses his commitment to taking Italy to the World Cup, acknowledging the pressure of the task. Italy has not qualified since 2014 and faces Northern Ireland in the semi-finals after finishing behind Norway in Group I. The team has lost two of their last five home qualifiers, a stark contrast to their previous unbeaten streak. Gattuso emphasizes the need for experience and readiness to face challenges, focusing on a positive mindset as they prepare for the crucial matches ahead.
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