World Cup-winning defender Fabio Cannavaro has drawn parallels between Italy national team coach Luciano Spalletti and former Juventus manager Massimiliano Allegri, suggesting the two share similar tactical approaches.
Speaking on October 31, 2026, Cannavaro also compared modern forwards Randal Kolo Muani and Rasmus Højlund to the strikers of his playing era, stating that the current duo are less clinical in front of goal.
