“It’s almost time, there are a few hours to go. We’ll have to do our talking on the pitch but I’m confident, I always have been. I saw it in the tiger-like eyes of the guys and the coaches. Forza Italia, forza Azzurrini.” President of Lega Pro Francesco Ghirelli wasn’t hiding his enthusiasm ahead of the adventure that awaits in the Athlete’s Village for the Universiade in Naples. “It will remain in the hearts of the players and they can tell their friends and family about it.” The University National Team coached by Daniele Arrigoni will kick off tonight against Mexico at the Stadio Arechi in Salerno.

The President gave his full support and he will be at the stadium tonight after meeting the team earlier at their base in Fisciiano. Yesterday, the side was in good spirits for training at 19:30 CEST in cooler conditions and then were also time for the official team photo.