Oriali expressed his concerns about the team's current state, stating that they are entering a "difficult spell". He believes that the players need to understand the moment and take collective responsibility to achieve results. The team manager also highlighted the importance of team spirit and togetherness, which he feels is lacking in Italian football at the moment.
Oriali's comments come as the Azzurri began training at the Coverciano camp ahead of their Nations League games. The team will face Belgium on Friday, followed by matches against Turkiye on September 28 and France on October 2. Vincenzo Montella's Turkish side will arrive on October 5, and the group will conclude against France on November 12 and Belgium on November 15.
Oriali also took aim at Juventus ultras who turned their backs on the pitch during a minute's silence to remember Sandro Mazzola. He described the gesture as "shameful" and hopes that those responsible can be identified and excluded from the stadium.