Former Viola player Borja Valero shared his thoughts during the match between Fiorentina All Stars and Operazione Nostalgia Legends at the Stadio Artemio Franchi. Here’s what he had to say.

How is this game going?

“I was expecting it to be much worse, but I’ve still got something left in my legs.”

I saw you earlier with Roberto Baggio and Gabriel Batistuta.

“They put me next to them so that I could learn something. They’re pretty good with their feet, those lads.”

You are part of Fiorentina and part of Florence.

“Yes, it’s a wonderful event and it’s great to see the stadium with so many fans. We’re happy that they’re having fun.”

You really won over the hearts of Viola fans.

“it’s amazing. It’s easy to win over the hearts of fans when you win a trophy. But having their respect even though you didn’t really win anything truly means a lot.”