Vergara could be handed Italy debut, Di Lorenzo on the bench against France
Ahead of Italy's Nations League fixture against France, Sky Sport Italia reports that head coach Luciano Spalletti is weighing significant changes to his starting XI. The most notable would be a senior debut for Vergara, while experienced right-back Giovanni Di Lorenzo could be demoted to the bench. The suggested shake-up indicates Spalletti is looking to rotate or experiment ahead of a high-profile clash, potentially reshaping Italy's defensive structure against a formidable French attack.
Read the full story at football-italia.netItaly's reported lineup shifts ahead of facing France carry real weight: benching Di Lorenzo, a defensive cornerstone under Spalletti, signals a willingness to alter the back line against one of Europe's strongest attacks, while a potential debut for Vergara would inject fresh energy into a squad still finding its identity in the Nations League. These choices will shape how Italy approach the tactical battle, particularly on the right flank where defensive reliability meets French pace and creativity.
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