It has been suggested that the Azzurri, despite their fine efforts at Euro 2016 so far, are short of star quality but the ex-Roma boss disagrees and has hailed their team spirit
Rudi Garcia has rejected claims Italy lack talent and believes Antonio Conte's side are playing with "joy and togetherness" at Euro 2016.
Italy are assured of top spot in Group E ahead of Wednesday's match against Republic of Ireland, knowing reigning champions Spain await in the second round.
It has been suggested Italy are short in terms of star quality, but Garcia disagrees and has praised the team spirit within the side.