Del Piero is ready
A regenerated champion at Trap's court. Delvecchio in pole position for a spot among the starting 11

May 31, 2001
Raisport (translated by Alice)

The match against Georgia, besides the security problems, comes in a happy moment for Del Piero.

Regarding last year, the psychological situation is radically changed: "I am regenerated, I've had so many motivations but above all I've had a different continuity regarding the past. All of this has allowed me to do much more".

However, Del Piero doesn't feel he's untouchable: "Trapattoni can count on four attackers who are in good shape, attackers which he can set to play according to what he needs".

"I can play with Pippo - Del Piero goes on - with Delvecchio or even with Montella without any problem. With Vieri missing, can Delvecchio play? They are a bit different even if they have similar traits. As for the rest, I've been going through a good moment and, if I play, I think I can make myself useful. But the team spirit is the right one, we have to be optimistic".
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