Yes. That is why I mentioned the age difference. I am talking of Totti NOW and DP NOW, not totti NOW and DP two years ago.
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Italy don't stand a chance. That Del Piero is even a possibility raises questions about this squad. If you want to win the World Cup, you need someone who is like Alex when he was 25.
Argentina have Messi, Tevez, Aguero, Lavezzi, who are all arguably better than the best striker Italy have to offer (whoever that might be).
I'd rather have Alex not go through this humiliating affair.
Argentina have Messi, Tevez, Aguero, Lavezzi, who are all arguably better than the best striker Italy have to offer (whoever that might be).
I'd rather have Alex not go through this humiliating affair.
I didn't know he was that fat to be honest 
I wouldn't pick him to start the games but when the team is struggling (which is bound to happen to this Italy's squad) players like Totti can always help the team.
Btw, not taking Miccoli to the world cup is a crime I must admit but I'm really happy about that
I wouldn't pick him to start the games but when the team is struggling (which is bound to happen to this Italy's squad) players like Totti can always help the team.Btw, not taking Miccoli to the world cup is a crime I must admit but I'm really happy about that
He lost his speed. It's not like he was a rocket before but he can't control the ball as good as before. Ranieri kept him on bench several times with a reason. Menez has been shining and he deserves to play instead of Totti. Still, I don't see how can such a player make difference even as a sub. Too slow, it's not the old player. Sure, from time to time he'd make some great move since he's a legend after all but it's not it, and I doubt Italy can benefit, nor I think he deserves a call.
Miccoli was great, it sure is a crime. He deserves to be there. He along with Di Natale had a superb season.
Miccoli was great, it sure is a crime. He deserves to be there. He along with Di Natale had a superb season.
I am not gonna say I am not biased when it comes to Del Piero. I want Del Piero to play in the national team because I enjoy watching him play and the WC w/o Ale won't be the same.
That is said, I do trust Del Piero and his ability to lead and win games. Yes it is true that this season hasn't be so spectacular for him, mostly due to his long injury and hideous team performance, and yes it is true that his performances with Juventus are better than the national team. But the reason is simple. When Del Piero gets to play in his position he always excels. Most of his bad games were when playing off position and was not given time to adapt.
Another reason to call in for DP is that Italy has failed to produce quality youngsters capable of carrying the torch (partly because they weren't given enough chance by their clubs to play).
If it was up to me, I'd include all of DP, Totti and Cassano in the national team.
That is said, DP did not have an AWFUL season as many have said. During most of the games he played he was top two or max three players in our squad. I know that is hardly an achievement lol, but in many games he was the best player. He is a forward that does not get service and when drops back to create he finds a midfield that doesn't move, worthless fullbacks and a hopeless forward.
That is said, I do trust Del Piero and his ability to lead and win games. Yes it is true that this season hasn't be so spectacular for him, mostly due to his long injury and hideous team performance, and yes it is true that his performances with Juventus are better than the national team. But the reason is simple. When Del Piero gets to play in his position he always excels. Most of his bad games were when playing off position and was not given time to adapt.
Another reason to call in for DP is that Italy has failed to produce quality youngsters capable of carrying the torch (partly because they weren't given enough chance by their clubs to play).
If it was up to me, I'd include all of DP, Totti and Cassano in the national team.
That is said, DP did not have an AWFUL season as many have said. During most of the games he played he was top two or max three players in our squad. I know that is hardly an achievement lol, but in many games he was the best player. He is a forward that does not get service and when drops back to create he finds a midfield that doesn't move, worthless fullbacks and a hopeless forward.
Its not a FAIR comparison to adjust the ages, and compare DP now with Totti two years ago. That is a different debate altogether. I was referring to the italian team of NOW. Also...one of the reasons why I think Totti will remain potent for longer than DP has, is his aggression and physical bulk. Dp has become ridiculously easy to knock of the ball, whereas the burly totti is not quite so fragile and flimsy. This makes a huge difference when attackers are facing decent defenders who know how to shield and apply physical pressure without fouling. DP's main use seems to be winning free kicks...basically...falling over. That is what it has come to for the once superb legend. Totti is more likely to foul others...hohohoho! poor ol' balotelli eh! About time someone showed him that he is not the only playfully antagonstic idiot in the game.
I don't like Totti. But I do see him presently as much more useful than DP...
I don't like Totti. But I do see him presently as much more useful than DP...
