Bologna player Bernardeschi was interviewed. He talked about his career choices, national team experience, former teammates and personal expression and other topics.
On returning to Serie A and the experience in Toronto
Some people think that I went to Canada because my career was over. But now, I'm back...
A story about the number 10 jersey
When I was in Fiorentina, I wanted the number 10 jersey, which surprised everyone because I was still a kid. The then head coach Paulo Sousa said to me: "If you have the courage to ask for No. 10, you have to have the courage to wear it." Later in Turin (Juventus), I also wanted No. 10, but was rejected. Looking at it today, I think "that is a way to protect me." So, later I chose No. 33 for some reasons.
Recalling the penalty kick in the 2020 European Cup final
I tried to suppress my emotions. In those moments, you want to stay calm, but you simply can't, even if you have taken many penalty kicks. Then, the moment I put the ball on the ground, I regained my sanity. The secret of that success was the team, but unfortunately everything came to a halt when we failed to make it to the World Cup. However, victory is quickly forgotten...
Controversy and personal expression about wearing skirts
Would I define myself as someone who swims against the tide? No, for me personal freedom is crucial. I wear skirts because I believe in this choice: one must express oneself in places beyond the norm. Maybe, people need some time to understand this.
Talk about the relationship with teammates such as Astori, Chiesa and Ronaldo
David Astori is a role model for me. Every morning he pats me on the back of the head because he says that sooner or later I will "deserve" this pat. Chiesa is a true genius, but because of his father, he is like playing football with a 30 kilogram backpack on his back. As for Ronaldo, he is a model of professionalism, but one cannot imagine the humility hidden under his fame.
Looking back at the coaches in my career and my experience at Juventus
The coach who made me grow the most? Paulo Sousa, Mancini and Allegri. Are there any problems working with Pirlo at Juventus? No, the problem was that I wasn't at my best at the time.
About the fans
If we don't score, please don't get angry at us. We always try hard, but scoring goals is really not an easy task...
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