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Italy s predicted starting lineup: Esposito, Retegui partner up front, Calafiore to play

5:45pm, 15 November 2025Football

In the 10th round of Group I of the European Group Stage of the World Cup Qualifiers, Italy will face Norway. This game is the last round of the World Cup Qualifiers.

Di Marzio's official website stated that Gattuso is expected to adopt a 3-5-2 formation, but much depends on Calafio's injury. If he is available, Bastoni and Di Lorenzo will partner him in defence.

Politano and Dimarco will be on the wings, with Locatelli in the defensive midfielder. With Varela returning from suspension, Fratesi may occupy another midfield spot. On the front line, the combination of Esposito and Retegui will have the opportunity to start.

Italy's predicted starting lineup (3-5-2): Donnarumma; Di Lorenzo, Bastoni, Calafioli; Politano, Barrera, Locatelli, Frattesi, Dimarco; Retegui, Pio Esposito

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