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Serie A players prepare for World Cup despite Italy's absence

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 12:35 PM

Last updated Jun 3, 2026

Serie A players prepare for World Cup despite Italy's absence

Summary

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, Italy will not participate for a third consecutive time after losing to Bosnia and Herzegovina in March. However, 66 players from Serie A clubs have been called up to compete in the tournament held in the USA, Mexico, and Canada from June 11 to July 19. AC Milan leads the Serie A teams with 10 representatives, while Inter has seven, including top goalscorer Lautaro Martínez. Notable players from other clubs include Kevin De Bruyne from Napoli and Christian Pulisic from Milan. The excitement builds as teams finalize their rosters ahead of the impending tournament.

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By the Numbers

•Italy will miss the World Cup for the third straight time.
•66 Serie A players called up for the tournament.
•Milan has the most players at 10 for the World Cup.
•Inter's Lautaro Martínez is among notable players representing Argentina.
•World Cup scheduled from June 11 to July 19.

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12:35 PMYahoo Sports — Every Serie A player called up for the 2026 World Cup

What they're saying

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Italy have painfully missed out on the World Cup for the third time in a row, yet Serie A fans will still see many of their idols in the USA, Mexico and Canada this summer, with 66 players from Italy�...
— Yahoo Sports

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