Uruguay's Edinson Cavani Sees Himself In Italy's Mario Balotelli

Posted Monday, November 14, 2011 by Goal.com

Uruguay forward Edinson Cavani believes he is similar to Mario Balotelli as he looks ahead to Tuesday's international friendly against Italy.

The two strikers have been in fine form for their respective clubs Napoli and Manchester City, and more is expected when they face-off in Rome's Stadio Olimpico.

Balotelli was the protagonist during Italy's 2-0 friendly win over Euro 2012 hosts Poland on Friday night.

Cavani can see the similarities with the Manchester City man, but said Italy have lots of other players who can turn a game in their favour at any moment.

"Italy have many great players in their team. I think Andrea Pirlo makes the difference, while I am similar to Balotelli," Cavani told Sky Sport Italia.

"We are modern strikers and I think Italian football is similar to English football.

"Roberto Mancini asks of Balotelli what I am asked to do at Napoli."

Staying with Italy, Cavani said he expects a tough clash in Rome as the two sides seek a positive result.

"Uruguay are different to Italy, but both teams have world-class players and I am sure it will be a great game," he added.

Kick-off against on Tuesday is at 20.45CET. The Azzurri last beat Uruguay at World Cup Italia 1990 where the game ended 2-0.