Delio Rossi spoke clearly about the next match between Lecce and Juventus, underlining how the Salento team has already shown that it can compete with the big boys. According to the former coach, Lecce started the season well and wrote a new page in its history, with a result that surprised Rossi for the quality of the performance and the authority with which the team achieved victory against Udinese in Friuli.
In his speech Rossi reiterated that Sunday's match at Via del Mare will be delicate, especially for Juventus, who find themselves in a moment of fragility. "Lecce's success in Friuli was a strong message. Udinese has built a solid team, but Lecce has shown that they have the strength to win," he declared. The coach then made a comparison with the Napoli coach, Gennaro Gattuso, highlighting how he too was able to give a precise identity to his club despite the summer changes.
Rossi recalled his experience with the young Lecce, with players like Ledesma, Konan and Bojinov, and cited an episode in which Konan, during the journey to the Allianz Stadium, was watching a cartoon. “It proves that sometimes appearances can be deceiving,” he said, referring to the fact that Konan's team then scored a double against Juventus.
The coach also expressed his opinion on the role of Juventus, who according to him must try to play better and also rely on a good dose of luck. "Juventus is used to playing in full and warm stadiums. The warmth of Via del Mare could make a positive difference for the Giallorossi," added Rossi.
Finally, Delio Rossi asked if he had decided to make the suit heavier or if he was still waiting for a call. He stated that he could do nothing, not even change a light bulb, and that he was ready to return to the track if the opportunity presented itself. “If it happens I will be happy to get back on track, if not, never mind, I'll stay out,” he concluded, leaving open the possibility of a new assignment in the future.