Italy's Under-21 squad, known as the Azzurrini and coached by Carmine Nunziata, are primed and ready to compete in the Under-21 European Championship held in Slovakia. Their campaign kicks off in Trnava with a match against Romania.
Tough Group Stage Ahead
Based near Bratislava, the Azzurrini face a challenging group stage. After Romania, they will face hosts Slovakia on Saturday, followed by a crucial match against Spain on Tuesday. The team are focused on securing qualification to the knockout stages, which will require a strong performance across all three games.
Key Players Join the Squad
Diego Coppola and Cesare Casadei will join the U21 squad after fulfilling their duties with the senior national team against Moldova. Their experience and quality will be a valuable asset to Nunziata's team. Another exciting addition is Luca Koleosho, fresh from securing promotion to the Premier League with Burnley. Koleosho, a versatile and unpredictable winger, will be making his debut in the European Under-21 Championship. Born in the United States, with a diverse heritage, Koleosho chose to represent Italy and has already tasted success, winning the European Championship with the Under-19 team.
- Debut match: Italy vs Romania
- Location: Trnava, Slovakia
- Key Player: Luca Koleosho
"I'm proud to wear this jersey, it's a great privilege for me," stated Koleosho, highlighting his commitment to the Italian national team. With a blend of experience and emerging talent, Italy's U21 squad aims to make a significant impact at the European Championship.