Lorenzo Insigne has been speaking at the Italian training base in Montpellier ahead of their opening Euro 2016 encounter against Belgium on Monday. The Napoli frontman explained that; “We all have the desire to do well and we are preparing for a great tournament. Whoever is selected must give their all and I’m proud and above all happy to represent my country”.
 

When asked about the differences in France to two years ago in Brazil he stated that; “The training methods are different obviously. In Brazil we had to adjust to the climate, here it’s more about the group working on tactics”. On his role in the team he explained that; “I have no problem adapting to any role the coach wants me to do, this is what happens at this level. What’s most important is helping the squad”.  

Finally, on Monday opponents Belgium he stated that; “They are a strong team with players like Hazard, De Bruyne and my teammate Mertens. I have a great rapport with him even though we play in a similar position. We will go into the game in an offensive manner as whilst they are strong going forward, they are no so strong defensively”.


Steve Mitchell @barafundler