Redeeming the Azzurri
The trauma of failing to qualify for the 2022 World Cup still haunts Italian football. However, Luciano Spalletti has successfully rebuilt the national team, injecting youth and directness into their traditional possession game.
The Midfield Engine
Italy’s hopes rest on the shoulders of Nicolò Barella and Sandro Tonali, who control the tempo of the game. Up front, they finally have a reliable striker in Mateo Retegui, solving a years-long crisis in front of goal.
The Azzurri arrive in North America not just to participate, but to aggressively reclaim their status as football royalty.