There is no Sara Gama among the Azzurri called up for the second phase of preparation for the World Cup, and the Azzurri captain, who turned 34 in March, does not hide her bitterness, albeit with extreme grace. «I only learned three days ago that I won't be part of the squad that will leave for the World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. - he writes on social media - I have always had great respect for roles and, as a professional, I accept the choice of the technical commissioner, despite the bitterness of these difficult hours due to the methods and times with which this decision was communicated to me".

In the message on social networks, Sara Gama retraces her long blue career: «I gave everything in the eighteen years I spent in the national team, since I wore the blue shirt for the first time in 2005 (...) There were also moments of difficulty, but I have always crossed them with the pride of representing my country. I've never backed down, not even in the face of physical problems that could have discouraged me, such as those that unfortunately conditioned me at the last European Championship».

And again: «With this baggage and with this spirit, putting myself completely at the disposal of the coach and the team, I prepared myself to be able to make my last contribution as captain to the national team. Unfortunately, that won't be possible. However, I remain proud - continues Sara Gama - of the growth path and of the results achieved on and off the pitch and I will continue to spend myself personally for the good of this shirt and the sport to which I have dedicated all of myself».

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