Spain vs Italy – likely lineups

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Roberto Mancini's Italy hopes to win the Nations League semi-finals against Spain following their World Cup disappointment.

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Mancini's team finished first in a tough group with three victories, two draws, and a loss to Germany.

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Italy lacks Alessandro Bastoni and Domenico Berardi, while Spain lacks Pedri and Dani Olmo.

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