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Italy Player Ratings vs Germany: Azzurri Exit Nations League with Heads Held High

March 23, 2025 Michel Sakr Germany, International Football, Italian Football, Italy, Nations League, Player Ratings, Serie A

The Azzurri managed to pull off a sensational comeback away from home to level the score on the night, but it wasn't enough to overturn the script. So here are our player ratings for Italy who secured a 3-3 draw against Germany but still lost 4-5 on aggregate.

Sandro Tonali looking dejected in Italy vs Germany clash

Italy Player Ratings vs Germany: Superb Tonali Not Enough to Avoid Defeat

March 20, 2025 Michel Sakr Germany, International Football, Italian Football, Italy, Player Ratings, Serie A

Julian Naglesmann's side managed to turn the result upside down through two headers from Tim Kleindienst and Leon Goretzka. So here are our player ratings for Italy who suffered a 1-2 defeat to Germany in front of their home supporters.

UEFA Nations League Preview: Italy vs France – Team News, Line-ups & Prediction

November 16, 2024 Marko Vrakela France, International Football, Italian Football, Italy, Nations League, Serie A, The Azzurri

Sunday is the day of reckoning in the UEFA Nations League top flight as Italy and France go head-to-head in Group A2's top-table six-pointer at Stadio San Siro. With both teams securing a berth in the quarter-finals with a game to spare, the stakes are significantly lower than when they met in the iconic 2006 FIFA World Cup final.

Sandro Tonali will be suspended for seven months for gambling on football games. The punishment envisages eight months of accessory provisions.

Newcastle United Superstar Lauds Italy Mentality Ahead of France Showdown

November 16, 2024 Marko Vrakela Italian Football, Italy, Nations League, The Azzurri

Sandro Tonali inspired Italy to an all-important 1-0 UEFA Nations League victory against Belgium last night at the King Baudouin Stadium. After the game, the Newcastle United midfielder addressed the media.

Italy will put their bid to secure a top-table finish in the Nations League Group A2 on the line when they take on out-of-sorts Belgium on Thursday

UEFA Nations League Preview: Belgium vs Italy – Team News, Line-ups & Prediction

November 12, 2024 Marko Vrakela Belgium, International Football, Italian Football, Italy, Nations League, Serie A, The Azzurri

High-flying Italy will put their bid to secure a top-table finish in the UEFA Nations League Group A2 on the line when they take on out-of-sorts Belgium on Thursday. Brussels' King Baudouin Stadium forms the backdrop for this high-stakes fixture, with both nations in dire need of three points, albeit for different reasons.

Luciano Spalletti spent the weekend in Naples, receiving a tribute while attending the Monza game, and anticipated some fresh blood.

Italy Boss Luciano Spalletti Announces Squad List for November Fixtures

November 9, 2024 Marko Vrakela Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, The Azzurri

Italy head coach Luciano Spalletti has unveiled his squad for the upcoming UEFA Nations League clashes against Belgium and France. The list features some exciting new faces and the return of a key player.

Nations League Preview: Italy vs Israel – Team News, Line-ups & Prediction

October 13, 2024 Marko Vrakela International Football, Italian Football, Italy, Nations League, Serie A, The Azzurri

Amends for a midweek heartbreak against Belgium are at the forefront of Luciano Spalletti's mind as Italy take on Israel on Monday. Gli Azzurri bid to fortify their position at the top of their 2024/25 UEFA Nations League group against the section's lowest-ranked nation at Udinese's Bluenergy Stadium.

Italy Player Ratings vs Belgium: Pellegrini Wrecks Brilliant Azzurri Display

October 10, 2024 Michel Sakr Belgium, International Football, Italian Football, Italy, Nations League, Player Ratings, Serie A

Andrea Cambiaso put the Azzurri ahead after two minutes, while Mateo Retegui confirmed their dominance with another strike. However, the hosts' brilliant work was undone by Lorenzo Pellegrini who got himself sent off for a tackle from behind late in the first half. The Red Devils were able to score twice through Maxim De Cuyper and Leandro Trossard, but couldn't find the winner

Nations League Preview: Italy vs Belgium – Team News, Line-ups & Prediction

October 7, 2024 Marko Vrakela Belgium, International Football, Italy, Nations League, Serie A, The Azzurri

Stadio Olimpico hosts a pinnacle of European football as Italy and Belgium renew hostilities in their latest 2024/25 UEFA Nations League outing. Thursday's clash in the Italian capital is a decent opportunity for Gli Azzurri to consolidate their return to prominence following a lackluster EURO 2024 campaign.

Daniel Maldini is in the midst of an international dispute, as Venezuela are ready to call him up, but he might prefer waiting for Italy.

Italy’s October Squad: Spalletti Drops Locatelli, Gatti in Favor of New Talent

October 5, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, International Football, Italian Football, Italy, Juventus, Nations League, Serie A, The Azzurri

Italy head coach Luciano Spalletti has announced the list of 23 players for the upcoming UEFA Nations League matches against Belgium and Israel. Spalletti's team for October features several new faces as the EURO 2020 winners bid to uphold their perfect start to Group A2.

Milan will focus on finding one or more defenders but could also sign a midfielder if Rade Krunic departed, and they tested the waters for Samuele Ricci.

Italy & Torino Midfielder Praised for Superb Performance Vs France

September 7, 2024 Marko Vrakela Italy, Serie A, Torino

Torino talisman Samuele Ricci has earned plaudits for his dynamic performance as Italy came from behind to beat France 3-1 on Friday. Luciano Spalletti's side recovered from a first-minute deficit to stun the Parc des Princes at the start of their 2024/25 UEFA Nations League campaign.

Preview: France vs Italy – Team News, Line-ups & Prediction

September 5, 2024 Marko Vrakela France, International Football, Italy, Nations League, Serie A, The Azzurri

Parc des Princes forms the backdrop for a mouth-watering UEFA Nations League encounter between eternal rivals France and Italy. Friday's showdown at Paris Saint-Germain's home venue serves to kick off proceedings in Group A/2 and offers both nations a chance to make amends for disappointing EURO 2024 campaigns.

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