Chiesa returns to Italy squad for Northern Ireland playoff

(ANSA) - ROME, MAR 20 - Liverpool forward Federico Chiesa was recalled to the Italy fold on Friday as coach Gennaro Gattuso named his 28-man squad for next Thursday's World Cup playoff semifinal against Northern Ireland in Bergamo. The 28-year-old, a key member of the Azzurri's Euro 2020-winning team, has not played for the national team since Euro 2024. He struggled to get playing time under coach Arne Slot last season but has featured more frequently this term. Gattuso also gave 21-year-old...

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