Italy U16, 22 players called up for Val de Marne tournament
Italy's U16 squad gears up for the international tournament in France from October 27-31. Coach Giovanni Costantino has named his group to face England, France and Japan.
Following summer and autumn fixtures against England and Spain, Italy's young squad prepares for another international test. Coach Costantino has named 22 players, all born in 2011, who will meet in Rome on October 25 before heading to the Île-de-France region.
The tournament schedule features three group matches: Italy faces England on Tuesday at 2 p.m., hosts France on Thursday at 4.30 p.m., and closes against Japan on Saturday at 2 p.m. The competition offers a solid benchmark, bringing together top European and international talent in direct confrontation.
The squad draws from Italy's leading Serie A clubs: Milan, Atalanta, Roma, Juventus, Naples and Bologna provide the largest contingent. Additional representation comes from Parma, Como, Fiorentina, Turin, Cremonese and Cesena.