Mon Oct 14 19:21:49 UTC 2024: ## Italy’s Vicario Gets Competitive Debut Against Struggling Israel

**Udine, Italy** – Italy’s new goalkeeper, Guglielmo Vicario, will make his competitive debut for the Azzurri in their Nations League clash against Israel tonight at the Bluenergy Stadium in Udine. The match kicks off at 19.45 UK time (18.45 GMT).

Vicario, who hails from Udine, will be looking to build on his two friendly appearances for Italy. He replaces Gianluigi Donnarumma in the starting lineup, with the defense remaining unchanged.

Upfront, Giacomo Raspadori will partner with Serie A Capocannoniere Mateo Retegui in attack. Nicolò Fagioli takes the place of Samuele Ricci in midfield.

The Azzurri are coming off a 2-2 draw with Belgium, where they were leading 2-0 before Lorenzo Pellegrini’s red card led to a late comeback from the Belgians. Pellegrini is suspended for this match, with Nicolò Zaniolo called up as a replacement.

Italy face a struggling Israel side who are currently bottom of their Nations League group with three losses from three matches. However, they have managed to score in every game, including a 2-1 defeat to Italy last month.

Israel will be without several key players due to injuries and a request to be left out of the squad.

This match will be a crucial test for Italy as they look to bounce back from their disappointing result against Belgium and secure their first win in the Nations League.

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