Italy vs Argentina news: Gli Azzurri return to Wembley in search of Finalissima glory
Back in 1985, UEFA and CONMEBOL joined forced to create the European/South American Nations Cup - more commonly known as the 'Artemio Franchi Cup'.
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Back in 1985, UEFA and CONMEBOL joined forced to create the European/South American Nations Cup - more commonly known as the 'Artemio Franchi Cup'.
(Reuters) - Italy have named AS Roma defender Leonardo Spinazzola in a 39-man squad for next month's friendly against Argentina and their Nations League games following a lengthy injury layoff.
Italy have named AS Roma defender Leonardo Spinazzola in a 39-man squad for next month's friendly against Argentina and their Nations League games following a lengthy injury layoff.
Giorgio Chiellini will bring down the curtain on his international career this summer after Italy face Argentina in the so-called'Finalissima' at Wembley, the site of his greatest career triumph. The 37-year-old was one of the key figures of the Azzurri's Euro 2020 victory, captaining his country to a dramatic win over England at the iconic stadium where he will lead out his countrymen on June 1. The Finalissima is a new match which pits the European and South American champions against each other in a one-off encounter.
Wembley will host the revived 'Finalissima' match between European champions Italy and Copa America winners Argentina on 1 June.
The glamour tie will take Italy back to the scene of their dramatic European Championship final victory over England on penalties last year.
Wembley will host the 'Finalissima' clash between European champions Italy and Copa America winners Argentina on June 1, UEFA announced on Tuesday. The glamour tie will take Italy back to the scene of their dramatic European Championship final victory over England on penalties last year. Argentina won the latest South American crown last year, beating Brazil in the final in Rio. The 'Finalissima' was initially announced in September, with confirmation in December that it would be held at a venue in London.