Spezia coach Thiago Motta says his players will go down in history after achieving Serie A safety this season.

Motta was speaking after Saturday's 3-2 win at Udinese.

“It is a wonderful moment for all we have done to get here. It's not easy when you already know the other results, as it can be distracting for the lads, but they stayed focused today," the coach told DAZN.

“These lads have worked so hard from the first day and they will remain in history, because they achieved something extraordinary. I feel privileged at being able to work with this team."

On the squad's celebrations, Motta added: “If the lads don't invite me along, I'm going to be furious! We win and lose all together, there is still one more game to play and we want to give our best, but today we celebrate."