Gattuso confirms Italy strike partnership for Israel: ‘Raspadori will start’ - Football Italia

Italy's Strike Partnership Confirmed

Gennaro Gattuso has announced that Giacomo Raspadori will partner Mateo Retegui up front for Italy's World Cup qualifying match against Israel.

Italy is seeking its fourth win under Gattuso's leadership, following previous victories against Estonia and Israel.

Italy currently sits in second place in World Cup qualification Group I with 12 points, behind Norway with a 100% record.

Changes are expected for the Israel match, with Moise Kean withdrawing due to injury and Alessandro Bastoni suspended.

Gattuso confirms Raspadori will start alongside Retegui.

Author's summary: Gattuso confirms Italy's strike partnership for Israel match.

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