Italy: Federico Chiesa Exits National Team Camp Immediately! Nicolò Cambiaghi Called Up by Gattuso
The Liverpool striker, Federico Chiesa, has been ruled out after fitness assessment at the Federal Technical Centre, prompting Gattuso to bring in Bologna striker Nicolò Cambiaghi. The national team's training camp in Coverciano has commenced with a focus on preparation for the World Cup play-off semi-final against Northern Ireland. Get the latest updates here!
The Liverpool striker has left the training camp immediately: he has been ruled out The national team’s training camp kicked off this morning in Coverciano: Chiesa is out, Gattuso calls up Cambiaghi. After his fitness was assessed at the Federal Technical Centre, the Liverpool striker was deemed unavailable. In his place, the manager has decided to call up the Bologna strikerThe national team’s training camp begins today in Coverciano, with the squad set to hold their first training session this afternoon ahead of the World Cup play-off semi-final against Northern Ireland, scheduled for Thursday 26 March (8.45pm, live on Rai 1) at the Stadio di Bergamo.As stated in the FIGC press release, "following an assessment of his physical condition upon arrival at the Federal Training Centre, Federico Chiesa has been ruled out of the next two matches and, in agreement with his club, has left the national team’s training camp. Bologna player Nicolò Cambiaghi has been called up to replace him".Goalkeepers: Elia Caprile (Cagliari), Marco Carnesecchi (Atalanta), Gianluigi Donnarumma (Manchester City), Alex Meret (Napoli);Defenders: Alessandro Bastoni (Inter), Alessandro Buongiorno (Napoli), Riccardo Calafiori (Arsenal), Andrea Cambiaso (Juventus), Diego Coppola (Paris FC), Federico Dimarco (Inter), Federico Gatti (Juventus), Gianluca Mancini (Roma), Marco Palestra (Cagliari), Giorgio Scalvini (Atalanta), Leonardo Spinazzola (Napoli);Midfielders: Nicolò Barella (Inter), Bryan Cristante (Roma), Davide Frattesi (Inter), Manuel Locatelli (Juventus), Niccolò Pisilli (Roma), Sandro Tonali (Newcastle);Forwards: Nicolò Cambiaghi (Bologna), Francesco Pio Esposito (Inter), Moise Kean (Fiorentina), Matteo Politano (Napoli), Giacomo Raspadori (Atalanta), Mateo Retegui (Al-Qadsiah), Gianluca Scamacca (Atalanta).Add GOAL.com as a preferred source on Google to see more of our reporting
Federico Chiesa's Abrupt Departure
The national team's training camp in Coverciano began with unexpected news as Federico Chiesa was immediately deemed unavailable for the upcoming matches following a physical assessment. Consequently, the Liverpool striker had to depart from the camp, leaving Gattuso with a necessary replacement call-up.
Nicolò Cambiaghi's Opportunity
In light of Federico Chiesa's absence, manager Gattuso decided to call up Bologna striker Nicolò Cambiaghi as the replacement for the upcoming fixtures. Cambiaghi will now have the chance to showcase his skills and contribute to the national team's preparations.
Squad Update and Preparation Details
The national team's squad is gearing up for the crucial World Cup play-off semi-final against Northern Ireland, scheduled for Thursday, 26th March. With the training camp in full swing, players are undergoing rigorous sessions to ensure they are in optimal condition for the challenging game ahead.
