U-20 World Cup

After their fourth-place finish in the Under-20 World Cup, Justin Sousa analysed Italy’s tactical approach and key men. After their fourth-place finish in the Under-20 World Cup, Justin Sousa analysed…

Coach Paolo Nicolato urges Italy to “earn our place on the podium” of the U20 World Cup in the third-place final with Ecuador. The Azzurrini lost the semi-final to Ukraine…

Andrea Pinamonti bagged a brace, but 10-man Mali put up a huge fight in a 4-2 thriller, with Alessandro Plizzari saving another penalty, as Italy will face Ukraine in the…

Italy will play Mali in the Under-20 World Cup quarter-finals, as the Africans caused an upset by eliminating Argentina on penalties. The Azzurrini secured their spot with Sunday’s 1-0 win…

Andrea Pinamonti’s cheeky Panenka penalty and more Alessandro Plizzari heroics proved enough for Italy to beat hosts Poland and reach the U20 World Cup quarter-finals. The Azzurrini topped their group…

Italy play hosts Poland in the U20 World Cup today and Milan goalkeeper Alessandro Plizzari explains how he became a shot-stopper. The Azzurrini won their group with victories over Mexico…

Italy won their Under-20 World Cup group after a 0-0 draw with Japan, thanks to Marco Carnesecchi saving a penalty. The Azzurrini had already qualified after winning their first two…

Italy made it two wins in a row in the U-20 World Cup by beating ten-man Ecuador 1-0, but had goalkeeper Alessandro Plizzarri to thank for ensuring their victory. The…

Italy made a winning start to their U-20 World Cup campaign in Poland as they beat Mexico 2-1 on Thursday. Italy lined up with several familar faces, including Milan goalkeeper…

Italy have named their squad for the U-20 World Cup, which includes Milan goalkeeper Alessandro Plizzari and Roma’s Luca Pellegrini. Plizzari keeps his place from the last U-20 World Cup…