"It's going to be a busy month between the Premier League, FA Cup and Champions League [for Newcastle United]. There's also something quite important at the end of March that we're eagerly awaiting. It will be one of the biggest games for us; we have to play perfectly. There's pressure, but I like to look for the positives; that's the beauty of football."
"I'd say Gattuso [is his biggest footballing inspiration]. I think he's been the person who's instilled the most in me, even before I knew him. When he was playing, I took things from him that I liked. After meeting him, I've been able to connect with a genuine person, someone who, if he needs to tell you something, will tell you in a split second."
"We need people who tell us things to our face and who will get in our faces when things aren't going well. We've got a coach who has given us so much, who is giving so much and will continue to give so much more. Not just him, but he and his staff will give everything they have to achieve this goal."
Sandro Tonali addresses Italy's preparation for their World Cup play-off semi-final against Northern Ireland, emphasizing the importance of maintaining positivity despite challenging circumstances. Italy finished second in their qualifying group behind Norway and faces their third consecutive World Cup cycle play-off after missing the 2022 tournament to North Macedonia and the 2018 tournament to Sweden. Tonali acknowledges the demanding schedule ahead with Newcastle United's Premier League, FA Cup, and Champions League commitments alongside international duties. He expresses confidence in head coach Gennaro Gattuso, praising his direct communication style and commitment to the team's success in achieving World Cup qualification.
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