Published September 27,2023
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Italian head coach Vincenzo Montella on Wednesday signed a 3-year contract to educate the Turkish nationwide soccer crew.
In the signing ceremony on the Riva Facility of the Turkish soccer physique in Istanbul, Montella, 49, mentioned he didn’t hesitate to just accept the provide from the Turkish Football Federation (TFF), is “very happy” to work in Türkiye and goals to do his finest.
We need to “bring happiness to all fans and people of the country through football,” he mentioned, and likewise spoke about his goals for EURO 2024, which begins in June.
With 10 factors, Türkiye are second within the EURO 2024 qualifying Group D, behind Croatia, which even have 10 and a recreation in hand.
In the subsequent fixture on Oct. 12, Türkiye will go to Croatia, a vital recreation which is more likely to form the highest of the group. Armenia and Wales have 7 factors every and are in search of a mistake of Türkiye. Latvia misplaced all their 5 matches to be eradicated.
The finest two groups from every group will qualify for the EURO 2024. Host nation Germany have certified mechanically.
Montella mentioned Türkiye is a younger crew, and he is aware of it effectively as he final coached Turkish Super Lig membership Adana Demirspor between 2021 and 2023.
He mentioned teaching the Turkish nationwide crew is “responsibility,” and he’s right here to perform the targets, including that he’s “very proud” to take the helm.
Before his retirement in 2009, Montella performed for Roma for a few years, the place he received an Italian Serie A title, an Italian Cup and a Super Cup.
He amassed 20 caps for Italy, taking part in for his nation on the UEFA EURO 2000, and 2002 FIFA World Cup.
Montella has additionally coached Roma, Catania, Fiorentina, Sampdoria, and AC Milan in Italy, and Spain’s Sevilla.
He led AC Milan to the Italian Super Cup victory within the 2016-17 season.
Source: www.anews.com.tr