Gattuso: Moldova is by no means a team that can make up the numbers. The rules of the World Cup preliminaries need to be reviewed

Italy will face Moldova and Norway in the last two rounds of the World Cup preliminaries. Before the game against Moldova, Gattuso accepted an interview with Sky Sports Italy.

What did you convey to the players about this game?

"Nothing is easy. We don't need to look too far back, think about that game a few months ago. Norway's 11-1 victory may still be in your mind, but Moldova is not just a random team: they have some players with potential, of course They have their own difficulties, but it will never be an easy game. I will make some rotations, but I want to see the kind of growth I have always emphasized. We need to keep the formation compact, bear the pressure and do what we need to do."

Will Scamaca start? How is he doing?

"Both Scamacca and Raspadori will start tomorrow. He does lack game time, but it is our responsibility to decide whether he plays or not. He does not need to do too much, we understand his characteristics and what he can bring to the team when he is in good condition. He needs to stay calm and play the game seriously."

Will winning bring more regrets or more confidence?

"There are no regrets. Winning will help advance, and we must be clear about the rules. We have also talked before. Looking at the South American region, there are 10 teams, 6 directly advance, and the 7th place can also play the play-offs with the Oceania team... Our biggest regret is this. We cannot directly advance and can only play the play-offs. Indeed, the rules need to be re-examined."

As a player, you will inspire everyone's desire to participate in the World Cup. As a coach, how do you feel about waiting for the play-offs next March?

"I'm just thinking about tomorrow's game now, and I won't think too far ahead. I want to see the growth of the team, see how they train and how they cooperate. I think this training camp is not simple: it has been determined to play in the play-offs, there are some minor injuries, and many other things. But I must thank Varela, Calafioli, Bastoni for their efforts last month, and I can continue to list. Because their performance is not taken for granted, I want to applaud them for the professionalism and desire they show every day after putting on this jersey."