According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Lazio manager Gattuso spoke about his team, his experience with the national team, and his late sister at the Trento Sports Festival. He also stated that among full-backs, only Nuno Mendes and Nuno Tavares operate at the highest level.

When Gattuso met former light heavyweight boxing world champion Giacobbe Fragomeni in Trento, it was more like a physical collision than an embrace: the sound of slaps on his back could be heard all the way to Bolzano. An hour later, Gattuso took the stage to speak about himself, becoming emotional when he remembered his sister, Francesca, who passed away in 2020. He is a man of many emotions, and that afternoon at the sports festival, he spoke about frustration, gratitude, admiration, satisfaction, and also the painful regrets.

This year's Sports Festival theme was "Unbeaten." When asked when he felt unbeaten, Gattuso said: "The 2003 Champions League final against Juventus. It was a childhood dream because I was always a Milan fan. I remember the 1989 final against Steaua Bucharest in Barcelona, and we went to the victory parade. We felt we couldn't lose at that moment."

When asked about Lazio's chances of winning the Serie A title, Gattuso said: "We have to take matches one at a time, and when we face setbacks, we must continue with the same determination."

Regarding the team at the top of the standings, Gattuso said he saw the potential during preseason training at Formello: "It was very hot, but the players never complained. I realized this team was special."

Speaking about Frattesi, Gattuso said: "I had the privilege of coaching him in the national team, and I always told him not to be satisfied with just playing 15 minutes per match. He must take his responsibilities. His decision to come here was truly extraordinary."

Speaking about Nuno Tavares, Gattuso said: "Among full-backs, only Nuno Mendes from PSG is at his level. Nuno has everything, but there was some tension between us at the start. I don't want talented people who don't give their all, because I'm the opposite; I give everything."

When asked how he feels watching his old matches, Gattuso said: "I don't like watching them; I change the channel immediately; I can't bear it. My adrenaline was so high when I played. My 19-year-old son used to show me what I did on the pitch when he was small. It's difficult to be a good father, and I wasn't convincing at that time... Anyway, if I had Gattuso on my team now, I wouldn't want him."

When asked whether the Gattuso now sitting on the bench is the best version of himself, he said: "Yes, probably, because there's always something to learn in life. Management skills keep improving, and experience is not something you can buy at the supermarket. I wrote a book titled 'If someone is born square, they won't die round,' but I have to admit, I'm far more rounded today than I was before."

Speaking about his relationship with Lotito, Gattuso said: "We always argue, but that's actually legend. He's a genius, very smart. He has 4 or 5 phones, and he's difficult to deal with, but he speaks directly, which I like. I'm his employee, but I like working with people who are genuine. I've said no to him two or three times, which is why I chose Lazio."

When presented with the idea of "losing 4 fewer points in other matches but winning the derby," Gattuso answered: "I refuse. Even being above Roma after just one round means nothing. We'll talk about the derby when the time comes."

Speaking about his relationship with Gasperini, Gattuso said: "He called me when I was struggling at Milan. He made me feel supported, and I always remember that. We're somewhat alike; we both have strong personalities. Besides Sacchi, Gasperini is the coach who has changed football the most. We all want to do what he does, but it's difficult to do it."

When asked which player or manager impressed him most this month in Serie A, Gattuso answered: "The referees. They've changed the way they manage matches, making the league more entertaining."

Speaking about the national team's rebuild without him, Gattuso said: "It hurts. If you analyze my experience coaching the national team, there aren't many regrets, but... it still hurts. It's a big disappointment. For the first few months, I struggled to sleep, then I told myself 'forget about it...' and I even watched the second phase of the World Cup. But that wound will always be there."

When asked whether love, passion for football, and frustration will always be present, Gattuso said: "Yes, frustration can also be endless, but that's wrong; it won't get you anywhere. I've learned over time: tomorrow is a new day."

Speaking about his relationship with God, Gattuso said: "For 15 years, I've been taking cortisone because of eye problems; if it were someone else, their weight might have reached 200 kilograms. There are times when I want to stop, but I still have to keep going until God gives us the strength."

Speaking about the most difficult moment in his life, Gattuso said: "I lost my sister very young, six years ago, when she was 37 years old. I can't dream about her, and it makes me very sad. I would give everything I have to spend one hour with her."

Regarding how much longer he will coach, Gattuso said: "As long as I can still feel that drive and the tingling emotion." He also added: "After that, I hope my children will make me a grandfather."

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