The head coach of the Turkey National Football Team, Vincenzo Montella, praised the increasing cooperation between Turkey and Italy. The two countries will co-host the 2032 UEFA European Football Championship. Speaking at the 'MeeTürkItaly' event in Istanbul, Montella said, 'Italy and Turkey are countries with similar cultures and traditions. Therefore, I am delighted that this cooperation will develop.' The event was organized by the Italian Embassy in Turkey and supported by Italy's Ambassador to Turkey, Giorgio Marrapodi. Before the event, Montella told the press, 'I would like to take this opportunity to thank Turkey. This country is gradually becoming my own country as well.' Turkish Football Federation President Ibrahim Haciosmanoglu presented Montella with an award at the event. Receiving the award, Montella expressed, 'I am very excited. I am grateful to Turkey. Our cooperation will continue for EURO 2032.' Haciosmanoglu emphasized that Montella's ties with Turkey will strengthen, stating, 'Our coach is already half Turkish. We will make him fully Turkish.'