
The next player from the red and black, presented today at the press conference, on the eve of the first match, in Euro 2024, against Italy, was Kristjan Asllani.
Asllani, declared the champion of Italy with Inter, grew up and formed as a footballer in the neighboring country.
He has very good relations with many Italian players who play with him at Inter, one of whom is the Italian midfielder Davide Frattsi, with whom he will be an opponent in the 90 minutes on Saturday in Dortmund.
Asllani also spoke about the emotions of facing Italy as well as the objectives of our national team in this European tournament.
How do you see the balance between our midfield and that of Italy?
I don't know this, but to be honest Italy is one of the strongest national teams in the whole world. Our midfield is also very strong. We will wait for this match and see how it goes.
How did the preparations and the atmosphere go?
They have gone well and there is harmony and positivity. We have a match against Italy and we are studying it, watching videos, waiting for it.
Easier to face Italy without Barella?
He is one of the best midfielders in the world, but again they have very strong midfielders, including Frattesi.
Got a bet between you and Frattes?
No, no, we don't have a bet, but we won, one or the other, we won't talk to each other for a few days.
Albania's strength?
Our strength is the group. We have the fans who support us and we are still waiting as much as possible because they are fire.
Would you rather stay as you are with 2 players in front of the defense, or a more muscular midfield?
These things are decided by the coach, but we played in the qualifiers with two midfielders. But we are good with two or three in the midfield. But on the field we need grit and heart, we have to fight.
Dimarco, Bastoni, Barella, Frattesi, Darmian, who would you like not to face?
I love everyone on the field because they are my friends and they are professionals. I want to be on the field, I want them to be too.
Do you think that Broja can harm the Italian defense?
He can do damage to any team as he is a very strong physical player. We hope he scores a goal for us.
Have you talked to Broja about a Milan-Inter derby in the future?
It's not good to talk about these things, but I hope Armando goes to a team that plays and he feels good too.
Social harassment with Inter players?
When the band came out we were on the plane and we joked a bit, but we didn't tease because we know the value of the match and there's no need.
How likely is it that in the first game of Albania you will have more players who play in Serie A, how much motivation?
It will be something good, but as I said, we must have a lot of respect for Italy, but we are not afraid because we also know our qualities.