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Italy starts nine debutants against Luxembourg in World Cup qualifier

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Last updated Jun 3, 2026

Italy starts nine debutants against Luxembourg in World Cup qualifier
Summary

Italy faces Luxembourg tonight at the Stade de Luxembourg, with a kick-off set for 20:45 CET. Caretaker coach Silvio Baldini has named nine debutants in the starting XI, emphasizing a transitional phase for the national team. Captain Gianluigi Donnarumma leads the squad, while a final decision is pending between Davide Bartesaghi and Honest Ahanor for the left-back position. Following this match, Italy will play against Greece on June 7.

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By the Numbers
  • •Kick-off at 20:45 CET at the Stade de Luxembourg.
  • •Nine debutants included in Italy's starting XI.
  • •Gianluigi Donnarumma starts as captain and goalkeeper.
  • •Italy to face Greece in the next match on June 7.
Latest Updates
  • 5:45 PMYahoo Sports — Friendly: Luxembourg vs. Italy official line-ups
  • 8:25 AMYahoo Sports — Luxembourg vs. Italy: probable line-ups, where to watch on TV
What they're saying
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Italy give senior debuts to eight of the starting XI in this friendly with Luxembourg, including Luca Koleosho, Cher Ndour and Davide Bartesaghi, but Marco Palestra is not fully fit.It kicks off at th...

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Italy visit Luxembourg with nine debutants in the starting XI under caretaker coach Silvio Baldini tonight.It kicks off at 20:45 CET (19:45 BST) at the Stade de Luxembourg.It’s another sad day for I...

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