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PSG Off to Flying Ligue 1 Start Without Gianluigi Donnarumma and Marco Verratti

August 7, 2021 Marko Vrakela PSG

Despite missing some key players and new additions, Paris Saint-Germain got off to a flying start to the new Ligue 1 campaign. Last season's runners-up claimed a hard-fought 2-1 victory at newly-promoted Troyes on Saturday evening in their league curtain-raiser.

Marco Verratti was absent from the first call-ups by new Italy coach Luciano Spalletti. However, it wasn’t a choice of the manager.

Verratti: “The PK for England Was Generous, But Final Was Deserved”

July 8, 2021 Enrico Passarella England, Euro 2020, Italy

Marco Verratti spoke to the press from Coverciano earlier today: “England are physical and have some highly technical players. They deserved to reach the final." He dished on the dubious PK given to England against Denmark: "It was a generous call, I would not have awarded it. The referee will not be a factor Sunday" He added: "Wembley will push us too, it will be very motivating. It would be a dream to win this scenario."

Verratti: “Italy Must Think Big, I Thank Coach Mancini for Waiting for Me”

June 24, 2021 Enrico Passarella Euro 2020, Italy, The Azzurri

Italy midfielder Marco Verratti talked to UEFA about his return from injury and other Italy-related topics ahead of the Round of 16 match versus Austria. "It was surely thrilling. I am happy to be back doing what I love, playing football." He dished on the midfield of the Azzurri, the work of coach Mancini, the vital role played by Jorginho, the next opponents, and the return of the Pescara trio with Ciro Immobile and Lorenzo Insigne.

How Should Italy Line-up Following The Return of Verratti?

June 21, 2021 Michel Sakr Euro 2020, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A

Whilst Roberto Mancini opted for a heavy rotation in the last encounter, the Best XI is expected to return for the round of 16 on Saturday. But the question is: Who will Mancini drop in the middle of the park in order to accommodate the retuning Paris Saint Germain star? Let's have a look at the options before coming into a final conclusion.

Roberto Mancini Thrilled as Italy Cruise to Euro 2020 Knock-Outs with 100% Record

June 20, 2021 Marko Vrakela Euro 2020, Italy, Wales

Italy finished their Euro 2020 group stage campaign with flying colors, overcoming a 10-man Wales side 1-0 at the Stadio Olimpico on Sunday. The Italians have finished top of Group A with all three victories and a +7 goal difference, keeping a clean sheet in each match so far.

Italy Lose Another Regular Midfielder as Lorenzo Pellegrini Bows Out

June 10, 2021 Enrico Passarella Euro 2020, France, Spain

Italy coach Roberto Mancini is forced to make a second change to his initial midfield. Lorenzo Pellegrini picked up a thigh problem in practice and has been ruled out for the Euro. Gaetano Castrovilli will take his place on the roster. On the other hand, Marco Verratti is improving and could be ready for the second match. Elsewhere, Spain's Diego Llorente has been deemed a false positive, while Karim Benzema avoided serious injuries.

Massimiliano Allegri has signed off on onboarding Arkadiusz Milik, and Juventus also deepened the contacts to bring in Leandro Paredes.

Van de Beek and Milik to Miss Euro Due to Injury, Spain Facing COVID

June 8, 2021 Enrico Passarella Euro 2020, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, The Azzurri

Euro 2020 lost two more well-known players as Donny van de Beek and Arkadiusz Milik will sit out due to injuries. The Dutch star missed the warm-ups and has not been able to recover, while the Polish striker is dealing with a meniscus problem. Neither will be replaced by their respective coaches. Spain has called up five new players to be ready if there were further Coronavirus cases inside the squad after Sergio Busquets.

England Draft Ben White to Replace Alexander-Arnold for Euro 2020

June 7, 2021 Enrico Passarella England, Euro 2020, Italy, Netherlands, The Azzurri

England have announced that Ben White will substitute Trent Alexander-Arnold on the Euro 2020 squad. The Brighton defender was one of the final cuts out from the provisional 33-man roster. The 23-year-old center-back made his debut with the Three Lions in the recent friendly against Austria after an impressive campaign. His versatility contributed to the choice, as he can play either as center-back or as a holding midfielder.

England and France Stars Await Test Results, KDB and Verratti Updates

June 3, 2021 Enrico Passarella Belgium, England, Euro 2020, France, Italy, The Azzurri

Two high-profile players got hurt in yesterday’s friendlies. England right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold’s bowed out with a suspected thigh injury, while French defender Lucas Hernandez subbed off after a blow to the knee. Their availability for the Euro hinges on the response of the upcoming exams. Belgium’s Kevin De Bruyne and Italy’s Marco Verratti are also in doubt for the opening matches due to pre-existing problems.

Roberto Mancini Optimistic About Marco Verratti Status for Euro

May 13, 2021 Enrico Passarella Euro 2020, European Championships 2020, Italian Football

Italy coach Roberto Mancini believes Marco Verratti will be ready to go by the start of the 2021 European Championship. The midfielder suffered a knee sprain and has been given a four-to-six week timetable to return by PSG. “His injury was not a simple one, but we are still a month away. I am pretty confident; I spoke with Marco and he is on the same page."

Azzurri COVID Outbreak Worsens as Three More Players Test Positive

April 6, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Cagliari, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, The Azzurri, Torino

The COVID outbreak within the Italian national team risks to paralyze Serie A. Over the last ten days, 18 people that were part of the contingent have tested positive. Six of them are players: Leonardo Bonucci, Marco Verratti, Alessandro Florenzi, Vincenzo Grifo, Salvatore Sirigu, Alessio Cragno and Federico Bernardeschi.

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