Slovakia: Hamsik joins staff, Calzona hails his humility and skill | OneFootball

Slovakia under Francesco Calzona, former Napoli coach, is experiencing a positive moment, and the head coach wanted to emphasize the importance of the group and the staff supporting him, among whom stands out a figure much loved in Italy as well, particularly in the shadow of Vesuvius: Marek Hamsik.

Slovakia, Hamsik on the staff, Calzona: “His humility and competence are fundamental”

Calzona: “Victory over Germany the result of perfect work”

The head coach recalled the evening of the prestigious victory against Germany, achieved despite lineup difficulties: “We were missing seven key players, we were in a situation of great emergency. Germany, on the other hand, could afford to leave players worth 60 million at home for technical reasons. It’s not the same thing. I didn’t want to hear any talk of excuses: we played the perfect match.”

“In Slovakia, we work with limited resources, but with great commitment”

Calzona then explained how he is experiencing his role as head coach: “I think we are doing a good job. I am fortunate to have an excellent staff, made up of both Italians and Slovaks. Of course there are difficulties: we’re talking about a small country, but the federation puts me in the best possible conditions to work.”

Hamsik, the added value of the staff

The head coach reserved special words for Marek Hamsik, now an integral part of his team: “He was fundamental in my decision to accept Slovakia. He was the one who called me and I couldn’t say no to him. I have a fantastic relationship with Marek: he is competent, he even helps me during training sessions, and in these days he has obtained the UEFA Pro diploma, so he is a coach in every respect. He is a humble guy, who knows when and how to say things. For me, he is a precious figure.”

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