Mattia Destro played down his chances of making Italy's
FIFA World Cup squad after scoring a hat-trick in Roma’s win at Cagliari.
The in-form striker took his tally to 13 goals in only 18
Serie A appearances for Rudi Garcia's side with a treble that ensured the
capital club are just five points behind leaders Juventus.
Such is the impact the former Siena man has made since
returning from injury in December that he is now being touted as a contender
for a place in Cesare Prandelli's squad for the upcoming showpiece in Brazil.
Destro, however, refused to talk up his chances of
featuring on the biggest stage of all as he concentrates on attempting to
overhaul Antonio Conte's charges.
"I do my job every Sunday and try and help Roma as
best I can," he said.
"Everyone knows I didn't have an easy situation with
such a long injury. The fact that Garcia arrived and still kept me in
consideration even when I could not train or play gave me a lot of
confidence."
Garcia hailed the 23-year-old after his match-winning
display on Sunday.
The Frenchman told reporters:"He has shown that he
is a complete forward, not just a penalty area man."
"He has understood that he has to give his utmost
every second he is on the pitch and he must always maintain his will to
win."
Culled from Soccerway
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