{
  "id": 8408140,
  "title": "Lesser-known Italy internationals to watch out for",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/19/lesser-known-italy-internationals-to-watch-out-for",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-19T07:20:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/lesser-known-italy-internationals-watch-072000665.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Roberto Mancini has recently introduced several lesser-known Italy internationals to the national team, injecting excitement into a disappointing period in Italian football. One such player is 20-year-old midfielder Alessandro Romano, who has impressed in a loan at Cagliari. His ability to control games could be crucial for Italy's future. Another surprise call-up is young centre-back Eddy Kouadio, who has been a regular for Fiorentina on loan at Monza. His physical presence and versatility make him a valuable addition to the Italian defense. Striker Mo Ali Zona, a 22-year-old with five goals in five games for Nurnberg, has also made the Azzurri squad. His diverse playing style and rising stock make him a promising talent. Lastly, Issa Doumbia, a seasoned veteran who has played a key role in Venezia's return to Serie A, has been called up to address Italy's midfield issues.",
  "summary": "Roberto Mancini has sprung a host of surprises, when it comes to call-ups for the Italian national team. Multiple fresh faces have been given an opportunity for feature for the Azzurri at the UEFA Nat...",
  "key_points": [
    "20-year-old midfielder Alessandro Romano impresses in loan at Cagliari.",
    "Centre-back Eddy Kouadio brings physical presence and versatility.",
    "Striker Mo Ali Zona makes Azzurri squad with five goals in five games."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}