Italy gave rest to six key players after loss to North Macedonia

The Italian national team unexpectedly lost to North Macedonia in the qualification playoffs for the Qatar World Cup 2022 in the middle of this week. Being in the status of European champions, they ruined their second attempt to qualify for the event, firstly losing first place in the qualifying group to Switzerland.

However, that loss didn’t mean that the Azzurri could go home, while Roberto Mancini decided to give a rest to six key players in the upcoming friendly against Turkey. Thus, the head coach gave reserve players chances, while Jorginho, Mancini, Veratti, Immobile, Insigne, and Berardi would receive extra rest.

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The failure against North Macedonia means that Italy will not play in the World Cup since 2014 when they went to Brazil but left the event after the group stage. To win more with huge bonuses, higher odds, and without risks – visit our betting football sites rankings page. A fresh review of the most reliable offers for Indian bettors will be helpful for you.