Following Italy's 3-1 home victory over Turkey in the UEFA Nations League group stage matchday three

Midfielder Daniel Maldini spoke to Sky Sport Italia, saying we now have 7 points from 4 matches, putting us second in the standings. Our passage to the next round and our fate is entirely in our own hands. For me personally, today was a rare opportunity to start for the national team. The training and matches over the past two weeks have gone nearly flawlessly.

Yes, I think our early performances were rather inconsistent, but I believe that at the start of implementing a new system and new cycle, this kind of adjustment is completely normal and understandable. After that, under the guidance and coaching of the head coach, we've performed really well. Everyone has been focused and committed to executing the tactical instructions he's given us. The whole team is very pleased with the final result.

Regarding coach Marcelo Mancini, what impresses or moves you most about him? From an outside perspective, there's no doubt he continuously transmits composure and fearless courage to the entire team.

I think you've used exactly the right word. His defining and most important quality is composure and calm—or mindfulness and unshakeability. No matter what pressure or circumstances he faces, he can transmit that calm thinking to you, and that feeling makes you feel at ease, safe, and in excellent form on the pitch.

Over these past two weeks, has something been fully sparked or ignited within you? Because from the anxiety and worry we showed in the previous match against Belgium, it seems we've changed completely. Not only our mindset and awareness in matches, but our overall playing style and performance on the pitch have been completely transformed.

We can't deny that deep down, we still carry psychological shadows from the difficult years we've been through, having faced many tough, complex, and delicate matches that felt like hard struggles. So in my view, what's most valuable and excellent right now is that we've rediscovered our fighting spirit and renewed passion. We desperately need this passion and enthusiasm, and we also need all our fans and fellow countrymen to stand by us and provide unwavering support.

One final question: this is undoubtedly one of the happiest and finest highlights of your career so far—scoring three wonderful goals in your first four matches for Reggina and earning a well-deserved national team shirt. This must be an incredibly joyful and fulfilling moment for you, right?

This is truly a moment filled with happiness and joy, and an important milestone in my football career. However, I'm well aware there are still many areas where I need to work and improve. I feel very happy and proud, but my football journey ahead is still long, and I have many more steps to take.

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