It is the second match for Italy in the new UEFA Nations League. After the 1-1 draw against Poland, the Azzurri will return to the field tonight against Portugal.
Roberto Mancini has issued the list of 23 called for the challenge tonight. Excluded, and then in the stands are the following players: Cragno, Biraghi, Rugani, Zappacosta, Pellegrini, Zaniolo and Balotelli. Below is a list of the 23-player squad:
Goalkeepers: Sirigu, Perin, Donnarumma;
Defenders: Emerson, Chiellini, Criscito, Romagnoli, Caldara, Lazzari, Bonucci;
Midfielders: Jorginho, Bonaventura, Benassi, Gagliardini, Bernardeschi, Barella, Cristante;
Attackers: Zaza, Belotti, Insigne, Berardi, Chiesa, Immobile.
The probable formation:
Italy (4-3-3);
Donnarumma; Lazzari, Bonucci, Chiellini, Criscito; Gagliardini, Jorginho, Benassi; Chiesa, Immobile, Bonaventura
