Spalletti said, "I put myself in his shoes; my first thoughts went to him," after Gattuso stepped down following Italy’s 2‑0 loss. He praised Gattuso’s passion and potential to become a top coach, while reflecting on the heavy burden of national team duties.
Spalletti Condolences to Gattuso After Italy Exit
Luciano Spalletti, former Italy coach, sent his sympathies to Gennaro Gattuso following the national team’s defeat against Bosnia and Herzegovina in a World Cup play‑off.