Daily Notebook · July 14, 2026
Plot twists at Milan with Camarda and Comotto secured, while Fiorentina builds its future with Comuzzo and company.
8-team finals in Wales: two groups of four, top two reach the semis. Doubles as European qualification for the 2027 U20 World Cup. Matches on RaiSport and RaiPlay.
| 2022 | England |
| 2023 | ITALY 🇮🇹 |
| 2024 | Spain |
| 2025 | Netherlands (1-0 vs Spain) |
| 2026 | ongoing in Wales |
A cruel exit: after beating Serbia 2-0 (Liberali, Iddrissou) and drawing 0-0 with Croatia, the Azzurrini fell 1-0 to Ukraine (an Olychenko gem) and were overtaken on goal difference by Croatia, 3-0 winners over Serbia. Marello hit the bar at 0-0: centimetres from the semis and a U20 World Cup ticket.
Plot twists at Milan with Camarda and Comotto secured, while Fiorentina builds its future with Comuzzo and company.
Cagliari are hunting for defensive reinforcements and have identified three young Italian prospects as potential targets. The trio includes Andrea Natali, Filippo Mané and Raphael Kofler.
Juventus moves forward in Muharemovic pursuit, with Mattia Liberali playing a key role in negotiations. Meanwhile, Lucumi is off the table: an agreement has been reached for Joao Mario.
Two players tracked by Napoli have been included in Italy's U19 European Championship squad. A sign of the quality coming through Italian youth development for the years ahead.
Catanzaro's manager praises the talents of Mattia Liberali and Alphadjo Cissè, hinting that Milan should consider sending the latter on loan to the Calabrian club.
Mattia Marello will join Inter's U23 squad following his buyout from Udinese. Meanwhile, Matteo Cocchi appears headed for the exit at the Nerazzurri.
Federico Coletta, the talent impressing with Italy's U19 squad thanks to his ability to break through defensive lines, has moved abroad to accelerate his development.
Italy's U19 side draws 0-0 with Croatia, postponing their mathematical qualification. Arena and Nardin featured in the key fixture.
Italy U19 fails to break through against Croatia at the European Championship. Mosconi and Iddrissou show promise in attack, but the match ends in a scoreless stalemate.
Italy's U19 squad takes to the pitch in Florence for the European championship. Tommaso Vannucchi starts from the bench in the clash against Croatia.
Coach Bollini has announced his squad selection for the U19 European Championship. The call-ups include Antonio Arena and Destiny Elimoghale among others.
Italy's U19 national team has announced its squad for the Euros: Mattia Liberali stands out as the standout prospect, while Samuele Inacio and Luca Reggiani are absent from the roster.
Massimo Pessina started in Italy's Under 19 victory against Serbia at the European Championship, helping secure a clean sheet performance.
The federation chief deflects criticism over the loss of emerging talents like Inacio and Reggiani, arguing the FIGC is not responsible.
A Roma striker born in 2009 has already scored three goals for Italy's U19 team and is preparing to face Serbia in the Azzurri's upcoming fixtures.
Inter strengthens its youth academy with fresh additions to the Primavera squad. Iddrissou, Mosconi and Zouin are among the key players, while Marello continues his rise through the ranks alongside other 2008-born prospects.
The Italian youth national team midfielder prepares for the clash against Ukraine with determination, promising maximum effort in a crucial match for the Azzurri project.
Italy's U19 national team has officially started its journey at the European Championship in Wales. Coach Bollini has announced the 20 players selected for the youth competition.
The young Italians secure a decisive victory in their opening match at the continental tournament. Coach Bollini emphasizes the significance of the result for the journey toward 2030 World Cup qualification.
Tommaso Vannucchi, Fiorentina prospect, has received a call-up from coach Bollini for the U19 European Championship. Recognition for the young Viola player continuing his development path with Italy's long-term 2030 vision in mind.
Inter's chase for Marco Palestra becomes tougher: Premier League interest drives valuations above €50m, while Matteo Cocchi fails to emerge as a convincing alternative for the Nerazzurri.
Italy U19 makes a winning start at the European Championship, defeating Serbia with goals from Liberali (penalty) and Iddrissou. A positive result that strengthens the Azzurrini's prospects on the path to 2030.
Matteo Mantini stands out as a key player in Italy's U19 squad, which keeps evolving with an increasingly cosmopolitan roster. A generational shift with an eye toward future challenges.
Cagliari is evaluating two defensive options: Andrea Natali and Raphael Kofler are the main targets under consideration by the Sardinian club during this transfer window.
Destiny Elimoghale continues to impress in Juventus youth ranks and Italy's U19 squad. His technical qualities are drawing comparisons to top European talents of his profile.
Inter clarifies the negotiations regarding Marco Palestra, reaffirming the Nerazzurri's priorities. The statement also includes an update on Matteo Cocchi's situation.