Volpato makes Italy to Australia switch before World Cup

BBC Sport Friday 29 May 2026, 15:59 UTC 1 min read

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Title: Volpato makes Italy to Australia switch before World Cup Former Italy under-21 international Cristian Volpato switches allegiance to Australia days before the Socceroos announce their squad for the 2026 Fifa World Cup.

Former Italy under-21 international Cristian Volpato switches allegiance to Australia days before the Socceroos announce their squad for the 2026 Fifa World Cup.

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