Mancini jokes Italy 'need France to get nasty colds' amid Kean fitness concern
Speaking at a press conference, Italy head coach Roberto Mancini addressed fitness worries around forward Moise Kean, suggesting the striker may be unavailable. In a light-hearted moment, Mancini joked that Italy would benefit if several France players were struck down with 'nasty colds' before the match, acknowledging the strength of the French squad. The comments come as Italy prepare for a high-profile encounter against France, likely in the UEFA Nations League.
Read the full story at football-italia.netMancini's press conference mixed genuine squad concern with the kind of dry humour Italian coaches are known for. Kean's fitness issue is a real selection headache for the Azzurri's attacking options, while the France remark underlines how strongly the Italians rate Les Bleus' depth. For followers of the national team, the takeaway is straightforward: Italy head into this fixture as underdogs and may be without one of their emerging forwards.
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