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Italy's head coach Roberto Mancini has named Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori a new leader for the team. The 24-year-old scored his first international goal in the victorious match against Turkey (3-1).

Italy's head coach Roberto Mancini has confirmed he sees Riccardo Calafiori as one of the new leaders of his team.

In their recent encounter, the Azzurri secured a convincing 3-1 victory against Turkey. The Arsenal defender came on as a substitute in the second half and marked his debut with a goal for the national side.

At just 24 years old, Riccardo Calafiori already exhibits leadership qualities both technically and tactically, showcasing promise beyond his years.

Having joined Arsenal following a stellar performance at Euro 2024, he is quickly becoming a pivotal figure in Mikel Arteta's setup, unlocking new dimensions from the left-back position.