Tony: My kids are tired of me telling stories about the 2006 World Cup. They want to see Italy enter another World Cup.

On November 22, former Italian international Toni accepted an interview with Gazzetta dello Sport and talked about Italy’s match against Northern Ireland.

He said: "Now I am looking forward to the outbreak of Pio Esposito, and I am also looking forward to the return of Chiesa. Chiesa can bring shock to the team, and with his breakthrough, he can change the situation of the game."

"Rino (Gattuso), I also want to express my gratitude to You make a personal request: My children are getting older and they are tired of hearing my stories about the 2006 World Cup in Germany... They want to watch the game and cheer for the Azzurri. Please think about it."