Giampiero Ventura

Marco Verratti Marco Verratti should challenge himself by moving away from Paris Saint-Germain and Ligue 1, according to his Italy coach Giampiero Ventura.

Marco Verratti Giampiero Ventura takes charge of Italy for the first time on Thursday, and Marco Verratti believes he is the right man to lead the team.

Antonio Conte Giampiero Ventura replaced Antonio Conte at Bari in 2009 and the 68-year-old tactician has done the same at international level.

Giampiero Ventura Giampiero Ventura struggled to keep his emotions in check as he started work as Italy coach.

Graziano Pellè Gianluigi Donnarumma has become the youngest Italy call-up since 1911 after the AC Milan goalkeeper was named by new boss Giampiero Ventura.

Gianluigi Buffon Didier Deschamps described Anthony Martial's first goal for France as "an important breakthrough" after the 3-1 win over Italy.

Gianluigi Buffon Juventus extended their unbeaten Serie A run to 20 games, beating Torino 4-1, but coach Massimiliano Allegri criticised his team's maturity.

Antonio Candreva Inter pair Antonio Candreva and Eder have minor injury issues to overcome if they are to be passed fit to play in Italy v Germany.

Claudio Marchisio After missing Euro 2016 through injury, Claudio Marchisio is back in the Italy squad, alongside Simone Zaza and Lorenzo Insigne.

Daniele De Rossi Italy face Spain in what could be a crucial World Cup qualifier in September, and Daniele Rossi wants to be fully fit for the clash.