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Italy announces squad including Mo Ali Zona for Nations League

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 7:40 PM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Italy announces squad including Mo Ali Zona for Nations League

Summary

Italy has named its squad for the upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures, featuring several new players. Among them is Mo Ali Zona, a 22-year-old striker currently with Nurnberg, who has quickly risen through the ranks from Serie C to the national team. Zona had an impressive season in Serie C, scoring 29 goals in 121 appearances and has continued his form in Germany’s second division, netting five times in five matches this season. This inclusion highlights a shift in Italy's tactical approach, as they consider moving to a 4-3-3 formation.

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By the Numbers

•Italy includes Mo Ali Zona in UEFA Nations League squad
•Zona scored 14 goals in his first season at Nurnberg
•He contributed to 21 goals in the 2024/25 Serie C season
•Italy aims to shift from 3-5-2 to 4-3-3 formation
•Zona's inclusion reflects a search for more attacking options

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7:40 PMYahoo Sports — From Serie C to Italian national team: Charting the rise of Mo Ali Zona

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Italy have announced their squad for the upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures and it has brought about a host of new faces. Some of them have been unexpected and others are raising eyebrows. One such...
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