Vergara could debut for Italy against France, Di Lorenzo on bench
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 8:20 AM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026
Antonio Vergara is set for his potential debut for Italy in Paris against France, with Giovanni Di Lorenzo expected to start from the bench. Manager Roberto Mancini may deploy Vergara on the right of a front three, while Michael Kayode is likely to be preferred over Di Lorenzo at right back. The Italian squad recently secured a 4-1 victory over Türkiye and aims to maintain their League A status. The match is currently in progress, with both teams striving for a positive result.
- •Italy plays France in Paris today.
- •Antonio Vergara is in line for his debut.
- •Giovanni Di Lorenzo could start on the bench.
- •Michael Kayode expected to start at right back.
- •Italy won 4-1 against Türkiye in their last match.
- 8:20 AMYahoo Sports — Sky: Vergara could be handed Italy debut, Di Lorenzo on the bench against France
"Antonio Vergara is in line for his first Italy cap in Paris, with Giovanni Di Lorenzo set to start on the bench.According to Sky Sport Italia, via AreaNapoli, the Napoli midfielder could start on the ...
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