From Europian to Broja and the future of Silvinho, the story of Armand Duka

2024-07-04 10:31:00, Sport CNA

The President of the Albanian Football Federation, Armand Duka, gave an interview to the Italian media "SportItalia" where he spoke about the experience of the Albanian National Team in the European Championship, the fantastic atmosphere created by the Albanian fans in Germany and about the future of coach Silvinjo.

President Duka also commented on Kristjan Asllani's European team, who was an indisputable starter for coach Silvinjo, but also on the future of Armando Broja, who is rumored for a possible transfer to Milan.

In the end, the head of the Albanian football government also spoke about the good relationship between the AFL and the Italian Federation, and in particular with President Gravina.

What did you like most about Albania in this European Championship? - The Albanian national team has done things in this Euro 2024 that we should be proud of, despite the fact that we were in the "group from hell". I want to thank all the players who contributed to the qualifiers and those who were part of the finals of the tournament. I think we put in a good performance in all three group games except for the results. Against Italy, Croatia and Spain we created chances and chances to get more points and we were in the game to qualify until the last challenge. We could have passed the group with a little more care and intelligence, but experience is very valuable at these levels to manage situations where the pressure is very high. Not to forget the Albanian fans, who have been fantastic during Euro 2024, supporting the team unsparingly like no one else in this European. They created an incredible atmosphere both inside and outside the stadiums.

Silvinho ? The coach has finished his contract after the European Championship, but we have proposed the renewal since January. I believe that we will finalize it soon, we want to continue the cooperation. Silvinjo has gone to rest for a few days and next week we will meet again to discuss this topic and continue the work.

Kristjan Asllani's European, was it at the level of Modric, Rodri and Jorginho? - For me, Asllani was undoubtedly the best player of the European Championship from the Albanian National Team. He showed that he is one of the key elements of the team and took over the direction of the game as if he were a seasoned veteran.

Kristiani is one of Albania's most promising talents and has tremendous potential, huge improvement margins, while he does not lack the technique, vision and ambition to become a great player. It showed at Euro 2024 that there is nothing less than the big names of European football that you mentioned. He is still young and has all the chances to become the leader of the Albanian National Team.

Would you recommend Broja to Milan, who are looking for a striker? - Armando Broja is certainly one of the greatest talents in the entire history of Albanian football. I'm from Milan (laughs). Even if Broja arrived in Milanello, I would be happy twice. It will undoubtedly be the strongest shot that Milan can make in the market. The boy has incredible data, which I think he has not yet fully displayed. He needs to play with the club and I think Serie A and Milan present a great opportunity for him to climb to the top of European football.

He will be one of the best strikers in Europe. I am convinced that he is ready to try an experience in Italian football and if it happens, I believe it will be a success story.

Will the excellent relationship with Italy continue in the coming years? - The good relations between the Albanian Football Federation and the Italian Federation, and especially President Gravina, are built on a strong foundation of mutual respect and fruitful cooperation. We have worked closely together on many projects and initiatives that have brought significant benefits in both sporting and social terms.

We are confident that this excellent relationship will continue to improve and strengthen in the years to come. Football is a powerful bridge that connects people and nations, and we will continue to work to build new bridges and strengthen existing ones.

Albania and Italy have a rich and long history of cooperation in sports and culture, and I am sure that this cooperation will continue to be an excellent example of how two countries can work together for a common goal. common.