Following the win in Castellammare, his hometown, Salvatore Esposito shared his feelings in the press room: "The penalty? I looked up and saw only familiar faces, including the goalkeeper. Even before taking it, I knew it wouldn’t be just any penalty, and I didn’t kick it like I usually do, but I was lucky with the rebound.
I barely slept last night, and neither did my brother. We’re both Juve Stabia fans, we’ve never hidden that. We grew up in this stadium, so we knew it would be a goosebump-inducing day. Preparing mentally for this game was hard, but we’re professionals and owe respect to the club we represent, so we gave our all, as we always do. Still, Juve Stabia will always have a place in our hearts.
This win was crucial. We need these kinds of matches to keep the enthusiasm high, and we need to stay on this path.
Juve Stabia is a strong team, with talented players, great organization, and a beautiful style of play. In preparing, we knew we’d need to make it a scrappy game to win, and we executed our plan well from the start.
Compared to when I played here with Chievo, a lot has changed. That game was behind closed doors, so today was a very different experience. This game, alongside my debut with the national team, was one of the most emotional football moments for me, it felt like playing against friends and family. It was heavy on one side but beautiful on the other.
Growing up in the Cicerone neighborhood, I know how much the local field means; it offers young people a chance to choose a positive path. Unfortunately, recent events in Campania have seen young people involved in tragic situations. Anyone who can should help them choose the right path, a path of joy and healthy development.
I’m going through a phase of growth, and I owe a lot to my teammates and coach, who has full confidence in me and cares about me as a player and a person. I’m working hard to repay his trust.
Adorante? We grew up together in boarding school. He’s a strong player, and I’m happy to see him with my hometown team. When Juve Stabia signed him, I immediately told the director they’d made a great signing.
The dream? My brothers and I all share the dream of playing for the national team together, because that’s the most beautiful jersey. Someday, we’d love to finish our careers here in Castellammare, although with the age gap between Pio and me, playing together might be tough".
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