Over the years I've learned that, to be a good manager, you need to have passion, and you need to have a strong character. Without those things, the job is very, very difficult.

It is with passion that I love my job. But it is with character that I am able to keep looking forward. Not just beyond criticism or bad results, but also beyond the good moments, too. Everything has to be a balance.

I never thought I was a very good manager.

You don't have to be popular with the players to be a good manager or coach.

Lazio started very strong, but we tried to play our game, pass the ball and score goals,

It takes a strong character for a person to say, 'I can't do it.'