At the Aquilotto celebration alongside the Esposito brothers, Salvatore, now a true driving force for Spezia, spoke in the press room after the match:
“All the Esposito brothers on the scoresheet? My parents and entire family will certainly be happy. We’re all thrilled, especially the Spezia community, as I know how much the city values this derby.
We started this season after two challenging years, but this strong beginning in the league is bringing us a lot of enthusiasm and joy. However, positive results shouldn't lead us astray; we must stick to the path the coach reminds us of daily.
In football it’s easy to see the glass as half empty when things go wrong and half full when they go well. There has definitely been a turnaround compared to last year, both for me and my teammates, but the mindset of this group has always been strong. When a season doesn’t go as planned, there are many dynamics at play.
As for the penalty kicks? The coach gives me the responsibility for both set pieces and penalties, and I welcome those challenges. I always strive to do my best for the team, especially to repay the coach’s trust, which he has shown me since he arrived, even during less favorable moments. This support has been key to my turnaround.
D’Angelo deserves a lot of credit for my development. I tend to express my thoughts openly, which can sometimes rub people the wrong way, but I genuinely believe the coach understood me and instilled the confidence I needed, handing me the keys to the midfield and supporting me consistently. When you trust a player, the results tend to follow. There has also been a lot of hard work in training, and the support from my teammates has been crucial. Since last year, we’ve managed to turn things around, and the enthusiasm building this season is vital for pushing us further. Together, we must ride this wave, as it could be a year where we achieve some well-deserved rewards, all while keeping our feet firmly on the ground.
The atmosphere at the Picco? I truly enjoy playing at home because I feel the support pushing me at every moment, and that’s essential. Even last year, when I faced some boos, I viewed it constructively. Typically, fans boo players they expect more from, not those struggling. I’ve always approached it this way, striving to give a little extra, and I’m glad that effort is being recognized.
My connection with Nagy? I get along well with all my teammates, but Nagy’s arrival in January was pivotal. He plays a crucial role for this team, contributing in ways that may go unnoticed until he’s absent. There’s a good rapport among all the midfielders, as well as the entire squad. With Nagy, we have a strong relationship both on and off the field; he’s an exceptional guy and always ready to lend a hand to his teammates, which is incredibly important in a group".
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