At a press conference before a friendly match against Ukraine and the League of Nations against Poland, Italy’s coach Roberto Mancini explained why he didn’t call Marie Balotelli and Andrea Belotti, but decided to call Sebastian Giovinco.

"Giovinco is showing great play, he's only 31 years old," said Mancini.. “I’ve been following him for a very long time, and why not try him again if he can benefit the team?” Previously, he was not unworthy of a place in the team, he was simply not given. Why not Balotelli and Belotti? Because now they are not in the best shape, and only the best will play for the Italian national team.. No one in our team has a guaranteed place in the team, just as the door to the national team does not close forever.. We must work, keep yourself in good shape, and then everything will be fine. Why was Dzadza called instead of Belotti? They are diverse football players, and I just need the skills of Dzadzy. Will I ever call Allan?

We had no talk about him. How do I perceive the rumors about the appointment of Marotta in the Club of Italy? I am a coach, and I will think of him if he starts playing ".

Friendly match Italy - Ukraine will be held on Wednesday, October 10, in Genoa at the stadium of Luigi Ferraris. Beginning at 21:45 Kyiv time.

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