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Nicolo Zaniolo has addressed his unexpected departure from the Italy national team camp, admitting that walking away from the Azzurri was a painful decision. The Udinese midfielder had been included in Roberto Mancini's latest squad before choosing to withdraw earlier this week.

France head coach Zinedine Zidane is facing a mounting selection crisis at Clairefontaine following a fresh injury scare for Aurelien Tchouameni. The Real Madrid midfield anchor was unable to complete Tuesday's training session, leaving the national team staff anxious over his availability for the upcoming Nations League fixtures.

France have been rocked by the withdrawal of Marcus Thuram ahead of their upcoming Nations League double-header against Italy and Turkey. The Inter forward has been forced to pull out of Zinedine Zidane's squad after failing to recover from a muscular issue sustained in Serie A action.

Italy head coach Roberto Mancini has outlined his tactical vision and squad rejuvenation strategy ahead of upcoming UEFA Nations League matches against France and Belgium. Mancini challenged Nicolo Zaniolo to become a decisive leader while explaining the midfield search for a regista and the omission of senior veterans.