Inter forward Pio Esposito and Sassuolo striker Sebastiano Esposito could make Italian football history during the upcoming Nations League fixtures under Roberto Mancini. If deployed together, they will become the first brothers to play simultaneously for the Azzurri since 2000.
Kevin De Bruyne confirmed he will continue playing for Belgium under new head coach Mark van Bommel, targeting Euro 2028 as a potential endpoint. The 35-year-old playmaker revealed that pleas from team-mates and his own physical sharp shape at Napoli drove his decision.
Brentford full-back Michael Kayode addressed interest from Inter Milan and the Nigerian Football Federation following his maiden Italy call-up. The 22-year-old insisted staying in the Premier League and representing the Azzurri were easy choices.
Rennes forward Esteban Lepaul reflected on his dream maiden France call-up under new manager Zinedine Zidane. The Ligue 1 top scorer detailed receiving passes from the icon in training and sitting through an inspiring national team history video.
Como goalkeeper Jean Butez became the oldest player to earn a maiden France call-up in half a century after replacing the injured Robin Risser. The 31-year-old received the surprise call from Zinedine Zidane before training under legendary goalkeeping coach Fabien Barthez.