On the eve of the Italian national team at the exit lost to Sweden (0: 1) in the first play-off for entering the World Cup-2018.

At the 76th minute of the match instead of Marco Verrati on the field appeared the nominal forward Lorenzo Innsince. It could be assumed that in this way the head coach of the Italians Giampiero Ventura throws all the forces into the attack, however, as it turned out, the replacement was made according to the position.

"The coach asked me, or I'm ready to close the position of Verrati.

I answered that yes, because in the national team I am ready to perform any role, "- said Insigne in an interview with Rai Sport.

"I always try to do everything possible for the sake of this T-shirt, and the coach knows about it".

"I'm sorry that today I failed to score and secure the result, but I gave 100%. Now you need to roll up your sleeves and try to win home at any cost, "- concluded Lorenzo.

The return match between Italy and Sweden will be held on November 13. The match will begin at 21:45 Kiev time.