Volpato makes bombshell switch to the Socceroos days before World Cup
Cristian Volpato has made a surprising decision to switch his international allegiance from Italy to Australia just before the World Cup. Football Australia announced that they have submitted the necessary paperwork to FIFA to finalize his eligibility. Volpato, who plays for Serie A club Sassuolo, previously declined a spot in the Australian squad for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
- ▪Cristian Volpato has switched his international allegiance from Italy to Australia.
- ▪Football Australia has lodged paperwork with FIFA to ratify his decision.
- ▪Volpato will join the Socceroos camp in Los Angeles ahead of the World Cup.
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