Gattuso didn’t consider ‘pros and cons’ when Italy called | OneFootball

Gennaro Gattuso says he feels ‘privileged’ to be the Italy coach: ‘I’ve immediately accepted the proposal, without thinking about the pros and cons.’

Gattuso replaced Luciano Spalletti in June 2026, but only made his debut as Italy’s head coach in September in a 5-0 win over Estonia.

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BERGAMO, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 05: Coach Gennaro Gattuso of Italy gesture during the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match between Italy and Estonia at Stadio di Bergamo on September 05, 2025 in Bergamo, Italy. (Photo by Mattia Ozbot/Getty Images)

“I’ve immediately accepted the proposal, without thinking about the pros and cons. I accepted, and I don’t regret it. I represent my country, and I feel privileged,” Gattuso told Vivo Azzurro via TMW. 

BERGAMO, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 05: Giacomo Raspadori of Italy celebrates with teammates after scoring his team’s third goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match between Italy and Estonia at Stadio di Bergamo on September 05, 2025 in Bergamo, Italy. (Photo by Mattia Ozbot/Getty Images)

“I have the chance to coach the Italy national team, and I think that a million people would like to be in my place. I have a lot of responsibility, but I also had it when I was 12 and went to Perugia. I was in a room, thinking that I could not return home, or I would have failed. I’ve been dealing with pressure for my whole life. I hope I can give the best with my lads and give the whole country great joy.”

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