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Frattesi set to lead Italy midfield vs. France
13 Nov
Summary
- Davide Frattesi is Lazio's sole player called up for Italy's matches.
- Frattesi is expected to start in Italy's UEFA Nations League game.
- France leads the Nations League table with 10 points.
Lazio midfielder Davide Frattesi is poised to start for Italy in their crucial UEFA Nations League encounter against France. Frattesi stands as the sole player from Lazio selected for the national squad during this international break, with other club teammates either injured or not receiving call-ups due to limited game time.
This highly anticipated match is scheduled to take place at San Siro, Frattesi's former home ground. He is expected to form a formidable midfield trio with Nicolo Barella and Sandro Tonali, providing a strong core for the Italian team. Goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma will captain the side.
In the UEFA Nations League standings, France currently leads with 10 points gathered from their initial four matches. Italy follows closely with seven points, ahead of Belgium's six. Turkiye, with no points, is at the bottom of the group. The top two teams will advance to the quarter-finals in March.
