Overview
- Gattuso confirmed Federico Chiesa refused selection for the November window, extending his absence since Euro 2024.
- Italy visit Moldova on Thursday before hosting Norway at San Siro on Sunday, with direct qualification still possible but likely requiring heavy wins.
- Sandro Tonali is expected to be held out against Norway to avoid a yellow-card suspension that could affect March play-offs.
- Moise Kean has withdrawn injured and Nicolo Cambiaghi has been called up as his replacement.
- Giacomo Raspadori emerged as a fresh concern after limping out of Monday’s training with reported glute pain.