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Italy will be forced into changes for Tuesday’s World Cup qualifier against Israel, as Alessandro Bastoni is suspended and Moise Kean probably injured.

Sandro Tonali felt ‘comfortable’ as Italy beat Estonia 3-1 in their World Cup qualifier, warning they ‘must believe more in ourselves and find that confidence.’

RB Leipzig defender Castello Lukeba has been linked with a move away from the German club in recent weeks.

Riccardo Orsolini acknowledges Italy ‘had an unbalanced attacking system’ against Estonia, but it was a risk they had to take with new roles for this World Cup qualifier.

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Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton has been linked with a move away from the club in recent months.

Francesco Pio Esposito is keeping his feet on the ground after his first senior Italy goal at the age of 20. ‘It all happened so fast, but it has to be a starting point. I don’t like to rest on my laurels.’

Newcastle United could be open to selling William Osula during the January transfer window.

Como president Mirwan Suwarso has underlined the club’s commitment to long-term planning, revealing that head coach Cesc Fabregas plays a key role in shaping the team’s future – including identifying his eventual successor.

Mateo Retegui insists the missed penalty will not put him off taking them again for Italy after the 3-1 victory in Estonia, especially as Erling Haaland had an even worse experience.

Gennaro Gattuso insists ‘the important thing is to create chances’ after Italy beat Estonia 3-1, with his sights set firmly on the 2026 World Cup play-offs.

Sandro Tonali is Football Italia’s MOTM in Italy’s 3-1 win over Estonia in the World Cup qualifiers.