U21 | Italy vs. Poland - Confirmed line-ups for crucial EURO 2027 qualifier
Italy's U21 football team is preparing for a decisive European Championship qualifier against Poland, with both teams vying for the top spot in their group. Italy needs a victory by two clear goals to secure direct qualification for the final tournament.
Why it matters
This match is critical for the development of young European football talent and determines qualification paths for the upcoming UEFA tournament.
Silvio Baldini has confirmed his selections as the Italy U21s go head-to-head with Poland in a decisive qualifier for next year's European Championship in what is a battle of first vs. second for a spot in the final tournament.
Poland lead the group with a perfect record of nine victories from nine matches in qualifying, whilst Italy, who are guaranteed to finish no lower than second place, have 24 points after eight wins and a draw this campaign.
CREMONA – OCTOBER 14: Francesco Camarda celebrates after scoring the 3-0 goal during the UEFA Euro U21 Qualification match between Italy and Armenia at Stadio Giovanni Zini on October 14, 2025 in Cremona. (Photo by Marco M. Mantovani/Getty Images)
Whoever finishes top will qualify directly for the final tournament, which will be co-hosted by Albania and Serbia. Italy require a victory by two clear goals to overtake Poland into first.
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