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Spalletti Condemns Gattuso’s Exit, Offers Condolences

Luciano Spalletti, former Italy coach, voiced his sympathy for Gennaro Gattuso after the Azzurri’s loss to Bosnia in the World Cup play‑off, saying his first thoughts were with the former national coach.

Spalletti, who left the Italy job last year, said he "put himself in Gattuso’s shoes" after the play‑off defeat. He praised Gattuso’s passion and qualities, noting that the former coach would have struggled in the same situation.