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Tonali Calls for Greater Self-Belief as Italy Triumphs 3-1 in Estonia

PALERMO, ITALY - MARCH 24: Sandro Tonali of Italy in action during the 2022 FIFA World Cup Qualifier knockout round play-off match between Italy and North Macedonia at Stadio Comunale Renzo Barbera on March 24, 2022 in Palermo, Italy . (Photo by Claudio Villa/Getty Images)

Italy secured a convincing 3-1 victory against Estonia in their World Cup qualifier match, with Sandro Tonali expressing satisfaction with the team`s performance. The midfielder emphasized the importance of building confidence and maintaining control throughout the game.

Goals from Moise Kean, Mateo Retegui, and Francesco Pio Esposito propelled Italy to victory, despite a late consolation goal for Estonia due to an error by goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma. Tonali highlighted the team`s comfort in possession and their determination to secure the win.

The 20-year-old Esposito received praise for his debut goal, with Tonali commending his talent and attitude. The midfielder also noted the growing confidence within the squad, particularly among the younger players.

Reflecting on Italy`s tactical approach, Tonali discussed the effective partnership with Nicolò Barella in midfield, emphasizing their complementary playing styles and shared work ethic. He acknowledged the team`s overall improvement while stressing the need for continued growth and self-belief.

Tonali concluded by urging the team to build on their recent progress, stating, “We must believe more in ourselves, show more courage, and remember we can keep doing better. As representatives of Italy on the pitch, we should be the first to demonstrate confidence in our abilities.”

By Vihaan Mehrotra

In the heart of Bangalore lives and works Vihaan Mehrotra, one of modern India's most insightful sports analysts. His childhood passion for cricket and field hockey evolved into a successful career. His daily column in Bangalore's digital media covers all significant world sporting events, from cricket matches to badminton tournaments. As a sports betting expert, he developed his own methodology for analyzing team statistics. His IPL match predictions are renowned for their 75% accuracy rate.

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