Francesco Acerbi has withdrawn from Italy's national football squad ahead of World Cup qualifiers, following a challenging Champions League final where his team lost 5-0. After being recalled based on impressive performances for Inter, Acerbi expressed his disappointment over a perceived lack of respect from team leadership, stating he prefers to step aside than stay where he feels unwanted. His announcement indicates his dedication to the national team and a desire for mutual respect, although he has not specified the incidents that led to this decision. Italy aims to qualify for the next World Cup after previous failures.
"After deep consideration, I informed the CT today that I will not accept the call to the national team. It's not a choice I took lightly because wearing the blue shirt has always been an honour and pride to me. However, I felt that, in light of recent events, the conditions to continue this path peacefully do not exist."
"I don't seek alibis or favours, I demand respect. And if the respect is lacking on the part of those who should lead a group, then I prefer to step aside. I've always given everything, but I don't stay where I'm no longer really wanted to, and it's clear that I'm not part of the project."
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