Roberto Mancini has selected 31 players for the matches against France and Belgium, including several promising talents such as Alphadjo Cisse.
Roberto Mancini officially announced, this Thursday, a 31-man squad for the two upcoming fixtures of the Italian national team. Squadra Azzurra will successively face France on November 12 then Belgium on November 15, two encounters that appear decisive in the qualifying calendar.
Among the main surprises in this selection, Alphadjo Cisse features prominently. This 20-year-old young striker, playing for AC Milan, is among the promises of Italian football. Mancini seems intent on infusing a new dynamic to his squad by placing his trust in this rising generation.
This 31-man squad demonstrates a clear willingness to test several options ahead of the upcoming matches. The Italian coach thus has a wide range to best prepare these two high-level matches. The confrontation with Les Bleus will be particularly closely watched, as both nations are considered favorites in their respective group.
The inclusion of several promising players confirms Mancini's philosophy, who does not hesitate to trust young talents. This strategy could prove rewarding in the long term for La Nazionale, who are looking to rebuild after recent disappointments.
Italian football enthusiasts are now eagerly awaiting the performances of this renewed squad. The matches against France and Belgium will constitute a true test for these young prospects.
Among the main surprises in this selection, Alphadjo Cisse features prominently. This 20-year-old young striker, playing for AC Milan, is among the promises of Italian football. Mancini seems intent on infusing a new dynamic to his squad by placing his trust in this rising generation.
This 31-man squad demonstrates a clear willingness to test several options ahead of the upcoming matches. The Italian coach thus has a wide range to best prepare these two high-level matches. The confrontation with Les Bleus will be particularly closely watched, as both nations are considered favorites in their respective group.
The inclusion of several promising players confirms Mancini's philosophy, who does not hesitate to trust young talents. This strategy could prove rewarding in the long term for La Nazionale, who are looking to rebuild after recent disappointments.
Italian football enthusiasts are now eagerly awaiting the performances of this renewed squad. The matches against France and Belgium will constitute a true test for these young prospects.
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Source: Ouest-France