Fiore: Camoranesi should go (1 Viewer)
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The first statement he made is SPOT ON. Firstly, Camoranesi is NOT Italian. We have more than enough talent and don't have to look elsewhere ESPECIALLY in midfield. Camoranesi is from Argentina NOT Italy and should have exhausted his resources for his country of birth and of his upbrining. What is the point if one has the option of playing for either/or. Americans and Canadians can try for England, France, Italy, Greece, etc?? By that rationale these nations would not have any real citizens. It is no surprise that America is made up of Irish, Italians, English, etc. However, they gave their blood and made their life in America while still being proud of their heritage.
That was an odd decision from the start and I still don't understand WHY we needed a foreigner to play for Italy. Especially one like Camoranesi who has been on/off his game.
Whatever...in my opinion I think Fiore is right and many on the team do but don't want to say it.
That was an odd decision from the start and I still don't understand WHY we needed a foreigner to play for Italy. Especially one like Camoranesi who has been on/off his game.
Whatever...in my opinion I think Fiore is right and many on the team do but don't want to say it.
Camoranesi counting down
by Paolo Menicucci from Lisbon (source Euro 2004 official site)
Argentinian-born Mauro Camoranesi cannot wait to represent his adopted Italy at UEFA EURO 2004™. "It will be an unforgettable moment in my life," said the right midfield player.
'Totally committed'
Camoranesi first donned the Azzurri shirt in February 2003 for a 1-0 friendly defeat of Portugal, and is likely to get a first taste of tournament football against Denmark on Monday. "I'm totally committed to this team and will do everything to help us win the competition," he said. "If we manage to do so I'll be the happiest man in the world."
Totti praised
The Juventus FC player believes his countrymen have the armoury to advance from Group C and beyond. "Our mission is to succeed and we are among the favourites to do so. We have one of the strongest defences in the world; in midfield we have players who can win the ball and distribute it; in attack we have several great players - Francesco Totti can spark us with his creativity."
'Competition is normal'
Camoranesi is competing directly with Stefano Fiore for the right-midfield slot, and should edge the S.S. Lazio man on to the bench. However, he was keen to stress, taking into account recent reports, that the rivalry was a friendly one. "I don't understand the controversy," said the 27-year-old. "We are a 23-man squad who all want to play, competition is normal and there's no problem."
Training match
Having been unable to train yesterday due to searing temperatures in Lisbon, the Azzurri play a practice match against a youth team from CF Os Belenenses this afternoon.
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by Paolo Menicucci from Lisbon (source Euro 2004 official site)
Argentinian-born Mauro Camoranesi cannot wait to represent his adopted Italy at UEFA EURO 2004™. "It will be an unforgettable moment in my life," said the right midfield player.
'Totally committed'
Camoranesi first donned the Azzurri shirt in February 2003 for a 1-0 friendly defeat of Portugal, and is likely to get a first taste of tournament football against Denmark on Monday. "I'm totally committed to this team and will do everything to help us win the competition," he said. "If we manage to do so I'll be the happiest man in the world."
Totti praised
The Juventus FC player believes his countrymen have the armoury to advance from Group C and beyond. "Our mission is to succeed and we are among the favourites to do so. We have one of the strongest defences in the world; in midfield we have players who can win the ball and distribute it; in attack we have several great players - Francesco Totti can spark us with his creativity."
'Competition is normal'
Camoranesi is competing directly with Stefano Fiore for the right-midfield slot, and should edge the S.S. Lazio man on to the bench. However, he was keen to stress, taking into account recent reports, that the rivalry was a friendly one. "I don't understand the controversy," said the 27-year-old. "We are a 23-man squad who all want to play, competition is normal and there's no problem."
Training match
Having been unable to train yesterday due to searing temperatures in Lisbon, the Azzurri play a practice match against a youth team from CF Os Belenenses this afternoon.
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why is it such a bother ? for e.g deco. the dude has stayed in portugal since 1997, and is one hell of a player. yes he's brazilian etc, but IMO if he has the heart and fell in love with portugal instead it doesn't make him any less 'portuguese' just because portuguese blood doesn't run in his body. I'm not saying that all foreigners should play for their fav countries but when it comes to situation like deco's, it shouldn't be such a big deal, geez
Well most of the members in this topic, are yes.
I wonder if they even read the article, instead of only the title.
This thing has been blown so much out of context by the media, channel4 and JUVENTUZ.COM. Really you guys are unbeleivable, typical fanboys:
"OMGZ WTF FIOAREA#@% SUKCZZZZ OMFWtfA CAMORAPONESI RULZZZZZZZ!!!!!11111 "
(for those who don't get it: It was an imitation)
The last thing we need before the final kick off. And i dunno how many of you actually noticed but the arrogance in his tone of voice is not helping either : “To play the third match when we’re already qualified,” sniped Fiore.
I HOPE THIS ATTITUDE DOESNT RUN THRU THE TEAM AT THIS POINT OF TIME. PLEASE, NO ARROGANCE LADS. WE'RE ALL SET IF YOU'LL PLAY RIGHT, WITHOUT TAKING ANYTHING FOR GRANTED!!!
I HOPE THIS ATTITUDE DOESNT RUN THRU THE TEAM AT THIS POINT OF TIME. PLEASE, NO ARROGANCE LADS. WE'RE ALL SET IF YOU'LL PLAY RIGHT, WITHOUT TAKING ANYTHING FOR GRANTED!!!
Your saying it yourself incubo. There's no harm if Camoranesi does the same. If he plays for Italy like its his own country, then i dont see nething wrong. I think what most people players and coaches alike feel bitter abt the fact that he had to be snubbed by Argentina to choose Italy. But i guess, if he's made his choice, he's more than willing to stand up and be counted.
However in this Fiore case, i think its wrong for Fiore to raise this issue at this point of time. Its the last thing we need. If he wanted to talk at all, he should have done so well before the plane touched the tarmac in Portugal.
However in this Fiore case, i think its wrong for Fiore to raise this issue at this point of time. Its the last thing we need. If he wanted to talk at all, he should have done so well before the plane touched the tarmac in Portugal.