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“We are the world champions and it is normal we are expected to win,” -Del Piero

June 8, 2008

Motivated a wonderful season with the Bianconeri, Juventus icon Alessandro Del Piero has enjoyed a stunning season in which he scored 21 goals to lift the Capocanoniere title as well as earn a place in Roberto Donadoni’s squad.

Del Piero is looking forward to a good tournament and he is hoping his Azzurri emerge victors come June 29 but he admits that it will not be easy. But with troubles in the middle fo defense with Captain Cannavaro out and problems with Panucci, the Azzurri looks to be in a spot of bother in the Group of death.

Del Piero has even statedly vehemently that he wants to captain the Azzurri and stated “So many things have happened over the past couple of years, such as two extraordinary seasons with Juventus and Italy with a new Coach and style of play,” “These 24 months have strengthened me and now here I am, happier than ever. ”

My role could well be that of Toto Di Natale, but I would not be upset at playing behind Luca Toni or as a second striker. Clearly Del Piero is ready to give 110 percent but are in his teammates willing to support him? we shall see as the take on the Dutch on June 09.

Written by Kerron · Filed Under Players, Teams
Tagged: Alessandro Del Piero, Euro 2008, Holland euro 2008, Italy Euro 2008, Juventus, Luca Toni