Internazionale U23 forward Mosconi was interviewed by Vivo Azzurro TV, discussing his Serie A debut, his development, and his experience training with the first team.

Mosconi said: "I'm 19 years old. I have many flaws, but also many strengths. Speaking of flaws, I have to admit that I need to improve a lot in terms of personality, because sometimes I can be very impulsive and intuitive. I like to have fun, joke with others, and I'm happy to help. I'm the kind of player who can lift the locker room atmosphere."

Speaking about his upbringing, Mosconi said: "I grew up in Grosio in Valtellina and started playing football at the local pitch at age 4. After the team my father coached disbanded, I went for a trial at Legnano, where I scored 29 goals in 5 games, which attracted the attention of scouts from Internazionale and AC Milan. I decided to choose Internazionale, so I went for a trial and was accepted.

"At first, commuting back and forth was too difficult, so after discussing it with my parents, I moved to Monza. But after a week, I didn't want to stay there anymore because I wasn't ready for such a big change. So I decided to go home. Three or four days a week, my father, mother, uncle, and grandparents took turns driving me to training; my whole family supported me. I would leave school early, pick up food for the journey at my grandmother's house, and then travel to the training ground. After about two hours of training, my mother would pick me up, and we would usually get home at 11 p.m. It was the same routine every day."

Speaking about his first call-up to the Italian youth national team, Mosconi said: "My first call-up was for the U15s, to play in the Gradisca tournament. I didn't make the squad for the first training camp, which was a bit disheartening at the time, but I didn't get discouraged and continued to train hard, wanting to convince coach Fuovo to bring me into the team, and eventually I did. Wearing the national team jersey is an honor that no one gives you for free. I know I have to give my all and not relax my focus and intensity, because there are many other kids who want to wear it."

Speaking about winning the UEFA European Under-17 Championship in Cyprus as captain, Mosconi said: "That was an incredible feeling, especially winning the European Championship as captain—an opportunity that doesn't come every day. It was a wonderful journey, both on and off the field. For me, that European Championship was won by the entire team."

Speaking about his Serie A debut, Mosconi said: "That was a very intense feeling and a source of pride. To be honest, I didn't expect it to happen. I want to thank my teammates and Coach Chivu, who have always supported and trusted me. I trained with the first team after the Elite round in Catanzaro, sat on the bench 5 or 6 times, and then made my debut against Lazio. I could have scored then, but unfortunately the ball didn't go in. Later, I was also very lucky to be part of the championship celebration against Verona and ride on the open-top bus all the way to Milan Cathedral."

Speaking about training with the first team, Mosconi said: "I train with many top players. Internazionale is a very strong team that can compete with any opponent in Europe. My idol is Lautaro, and I look up to him and try to learn from him. He is an excellent captain and always knows the right thing to say to every teammate. I am also learning from Pio Esposito, who really has the chance to become very strong because his technique and physical attributes are outstanding."

Regarding his future self, Mosconi said: "I would tell him to keep working hard, to give his all every day, and to strive for continuous improvement. Don't get carried away just because you think you're great. To achieve that level of success, you have to buckle down and work hard. Most importantly, I hope to make my parents proud of me."

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