Totti hints at U-turn
10 Jul 2006 - 15:11:22
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- Totti hints at U-turn
Francesco Totti has hinted that he may not retire from international football after Italy secured their fourth World Cup success by beating France on penalties in Sunday's final.
The 29-year-old AS AS Roma star had been expected to quit after the tournament in Germany but has admitted that he is now having second thoughts.
He said: "How can I leave the national team right now?
"Of course, it will be beautiful to leave on a high having been crowned world champions. I will, however, reflect in the next few days. At the moment it's 50-50."
Totti suffered a serious leg injury in February and was a major doubt for the tournament but played a key role in Italy's success and started Sunday's final before being substituted.
He added: "For me, the most beautiful thing is to have made it here considering the injury I had.
"I give myself a seven out of 10 but I give the team 10 out of 10. This team has been fantastic, as a group we have been able to achieve something great."