Italy coach Antonio Conte has launched a stunning attack on local football.
Conte also questioned the attitude of his young players.
"I am aware that Italian football isn't heading in the right direction," Conte told Rai Sport. "We must come to terms with this and then turn words into actions."
The 45-year-old also had words of advice to those on the pitch.
"I was convinced I would find more involvement, but instead some young players do not have the desire to work.
"If it continues at this rate then it will be just the beginning of a decline.
"When I was at Juventus I thought only of my club, but from this position I see things that I do not like."
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