Ramoser is “convinced of Italy’s rise”

The 38-year-old from Oberbozen has now hung up his ice skates, although twelve months ago he was on the ice as captain of the “Azzurri” at the World Cup in Germany. At that time, Italy was relegated from the world group. At the World Cup in Division I, national coach Rick Cornacchia's team now wants to secure immediate promotion. Ramoser believes in the chance: “I am firmly convinced that the Italian team will achieve promotion. After the unfortunate relegation last year, a new team was formed with good local players, experienced Italos and extremely strong goalkeepers.”

After two flattering victories against Spain and the Netherlands, the “Blue Team” will face underdog South Korea on Wednesday evening at 19.30:XNUMX p.m. (live Rai Sport). Anything other than a big win would be a huge surprise. Rather, the focus is on what will probably be the decisive game on Saturday against hosts Hungary. “The game undoubtedly has the character of a final. Even though the Italians haven't played spectacularly so far, I see them as favorites on Saturday. “But you have to be careful because Hungary has a lot of experienced players who earn their money in the Austrian league,” said the former DEL player.

The decisive factor will be how much Cornacchia's protégés will be influenced by the heated atmosphere in the Budapest stadium. “There will certainly be a unique atmosphere. However, the Hungarians have a lot of pressure on their shoulders in front of their home crowd, while the “Azzurri” can let the atmosphere carry them along. I'm excited to see how the game will develop. In any case, the conditions speak for a real ice hockey treat.”

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Ramoser is “convinced of Italy’s rise”

He was on the ice at 13 World Championships in Group A and four in Group B, and now Rolly Ramoser is keeping his fingers crossed for his former teammates from home.

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