Midfielder of the Italian national team Daniele De Rossi commented on the sensational episode with his participation during the fight against Sweden.

In the second leg of the match versus the Swedes, Italy could not score (0: 0), remaining out of the World Cup 2018.

During the match, the head coach of Italians Giampiero Ventura decided to release on the field midfielder Daniele De Rossi, but the cameras recorded that Captain Roma asked to throw in the fight Lorenzo Insigne in his place.

Later, the midfielder commented on this episode:.

"I just said that the match is drawing to a close, and we need to win, because we need to warm up forwards. I also pointed to Insignia, "- began Daniele.

"It was not for me to decide what was better from a tactical point of view. I apologize if I insulted someone. At that moment, I just thought that it might be better to release Insigne ".

"I do not think that we deserve to be out of the world championship, given 180 minutes against Sweden. Opponent earned praise for his performances, but the game was fairly equal, "- concluded De Rossi.

Earlier, the head coach of Italy Giampiero Ventura said that he did not resign.