Italy's national team began training at Coverciano on Monday, according to Sky Sport. The session marks the start of the squad's preparations for its next fixture.
Coach Roberto Mancini addressed the media, with his comments reported by La Gazzetta dello Sport, rainews.it and ANSA. He said the team is focused on defeating Belgium and that he is confident Italy will achieve something within the next four years. Asked about the situation involving Malagò, Mancini said Malagò is very calm and that the squad's attention remains on the Belgium match. He also said that playing well will be necessary in order to win.
The Italy-Belgium game is scheduled at the Olimpico, and RomaToday reports that roads will be closed and bus routes diverted on Friday, 25 September.
Mancini's remarks, as carried by the outlets, point to a squad keeping its focus on the immediate task rather than outside matters. The training sessions at Coverciano are the team's first step toward that fixture.
What to watch next: whether Italy's preparations at Coverciano continue without disruption before Friday's match at the Olimpico.
