"We all know what we're playing for. For me, and for a few of the other senior players, it's probably our last chance."
"Edin is a great player and a great person. I saw him on vacation over the summer and I've always respected him."
Italy's national team is under pressure to qualify for the World Cup, having missed the last two tournaments. Winger Matteo Politano acknowledges this may be the last chance for senior players. Italy will face Bosnia and Herzegovina, where they must contain experienced striker Edin Dzeko, who has a strong connection with Italy's defenders. Dzeko's aerial ability poses a challenge for Italy, and his recent performance against Wales highlights his importance to the Bosnian team.
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