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'We've got what it takes' - Ventura optimistic after Italy win

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After seeing his side win again in World Cup qualifying the manager is looking forward to a "wonderful" future

Giampiero Ventura is confident that Italy can become a "wonderful team" under his guidance after their 2-0 World Cup qualifying win over Albania.

The Azzurri remain tied with Spain at the top of UEFA's Group G after securing victory in Palermo through goals from Daniele De Rossi and Ciro Immobile.

And while Italy toiled at times against Albania, Ventura insists this was merely a "small step" towards the long-term development of a young side.

"We are a pretty new group, we took a small step forward," he told Raisport.