In just ten days, Chiesa has once again been caught in a whirlwind of public opinion, with overwhelming criticism and negative reviews coming one after another.
Previously, the Italian national team officially announced that Chiesa had withdrawn from the national team training camp and returned to the club, but upon returning to England, he was immediately able to play for Slot's team. This incident completely angered Italian fans.
Local time on March 23, Chiesa left the Italian national team training camp. "The players have different ideas," said Gattuso, then coach of the Italian national team, at a previous press conference. After obtaining permission from the team doctor, Chiesa returned to England.
Just as the Italian team was eliminated by the Bosnian team, Chiesa was training in Liverpool. His goal is to recover his physicality as soon as possible and become a key player for the team at the end of the season. This was confirmed by Liverpool coach Slot: "Federico is back from the national team, where he was unable to play. He is currently training with us and will continue to prepare with the team in the next few days. He will be on the team roster for the weekend game."
However, this news completely angered many Italian fans, who were clearly still disappointed that the team failed to reach the World Cup finals. Some bluntly said that they no longer want to see Chiesa in the national team; some were full of disappointment and could not hide their regret; others felt that the fans were being disrespected; and still others believed that the "purge" of the Italian national team should start with Chiesa. In Italy and on social media, people reacted strongly to this.
Vepabensuy
29
Chiesa took the crucial role in winning Euro 2020 against England, but his national team never saw him as an important player. Good decision from a player. 💯
Hizblnprsz
15
Why blame Chiesa when the national team doctors granted him permission to return to England?
Kekcklm
11
They try to find a scapegoat for Italy failure to reach the WC 2026. Sour losers.