Liberali makes Italy debut, Como star tested in Nations League

Mattia Liberali has been called up to Italy's senior squad for the first time. The Como attacking talent joins fellow debutants Riccardo Cassano (Como teammate), Cisse (Milan) and Lontani (Parma) in Roberto Mancini's roster for Nations League clashes with France and Belgium.

Following an impressive campaign in Serie B with Catanzaro the previous season, Liberali now operates as a key offensive option in Fabregas's Como setup. Mancini's selection acknowledges his upward trajectory and gives him the chance to prove he belongs among Italy's senior ranks.