Zvicerani Shaqiri optimistic before the match with Italy: We got a chance to win.

The Swiss national will have a very difficult challenge against European champions, within the qualifications for the World Cup.

Before this match, the Swiss offensive midfielder, Shaqiri, has expressed optimism about the match.

It's a favorite, but there's a chance to win. We didn't come here to protect ourselves. We cannot forget the loss in June, but today we have different feelings. It's gonna be a different game. New year, new coach and we have optimism for the future. We want to react to the loss of the European Championship”, he added.

We have to admit, this is football. The injuries enable other players to take on an important role. The problem is with the Italian national. We have to do our best to play an important role, to help those who have come recently to adapt to”, the Swiss star of Lyon pointed out./Periscopi/