As a player for Italy, I have seen our players firsthand and I am thoroughly confident in their abilities to win it all. Although we are not favorites, we work hard at practice everyday, and our team is truly together. We all support each other and know what goal we are working toward. Our country loves us, Italians are well-known soccer fans. We have lots of support and dedicated fans who give us the motivation to win. I have many expectations for South Africa. I know it is a poorer country, and the World Cup will bring lots of money to the region. Hopefully it will help kick-start South Africa’s move out of depression. I have heard all about the different stadiums, 10 in all. They all seem extremely large and nice. I have never seen any of the stadiums in person, but I am sure it will be everything and more. If we win the world cup, I know it will be the best moment of my life. Getting the chance to represent your country in a tournament like this is incredible and humbling. I have worked hard at my goals my entire life and my one dream has been to win the world cup. If we don't win, although it will be disappointing, it will still be an unforgettable experience, and we will go back to Italy and fortify another solid team for the 2014 cup. Win or lose, Italy will be a force to be reckoned with.