Oddo slams disrespectful Totti Friday 8 September, 2006
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Francesco Totti is showing a lack of respect for the Azzurri by refusing to commit himself until 2007, snapped teammate Massimo Oddo.
The Roma captain caused controversy when he decided not to retire from international football, but warned he wouldn’t wear the Italy shirt again this year so that he could recapture his best form.
“The way I see it, you have to make definitive choices with the Nazionale,” said Oddo, who was part of the World Cup winning squad in Berlin.
“I have always appreciated those players who make themselves available for their country, both in official matches and friendlies. To say ‘Not now, maybe later’ is in my view a lack of respect for your teammates and the Coach.”
Many suggested Totti’s absence contributed to their disappointing recent games against Croatia, Lithuania and France, but the Lazio defender also took a step back in his criticism.
“I am talking about this in general, like a few years ago when Lilian Thuram retired and then returned. I’m certainly in no position to judge Francesco’s choices.”
Oddo was expected to join Milan this season, the side Lazio will face on Sunday, but the £8m price-tag made the move impossible even after his public pleas.
“If a club really wants you, then they’ll find a way. I have another two years on my contract with Lazio and I’m proud to wear this shirt. The transfer market and everything that happened this summer is a closed chapter now.”
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