Yahoo Sports reports: Australia coach Tony Popovic called on his players to be "fearless" after unveiling a youthful World Cup squad on Monday that includes Italy under-21 international Cristian Volpato.That didn't happen and when Italy failed to qualify for this World Cup he switched allegiance to Australia last week -- a welcome boost after injured Middlesbrough midfielder Riley McGree was ruled out of the tournament.
sports | sports | Yahoo Sports | June 1, 2026 5:02 AM
Popovic tells youthful Australia to be 'fearless' at World Cup
Australia coach Tony Popovic called on his players to be "fearless" after unveiling a youthful World Cup squad on Monday that includes Italy under-21 international Cristian Volpato.That didn't happen and when Italy failed to qualify for this World Cup he switched allegiance to Australia last week -- a welcome boost after injured Middlesbrough midfielder Riley McGree was ruled out of the tournament.
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