Odds and tips ahead of Turin friendly

Italy and the Netherlands face each other in friendly action tonight, though they’ll both wish it was part of their preparations for the World Cup.

Despite their pedigree, neither side will be taking part in Russia this summer.

Since failing to qualify, they’ve brought in Roberto Mancini and Ronald Koeman respectively to help get them back to where they expect to be.

The two sides will see this as a chance to test themselves against good opposition and continue moving towards a new era.

The Coral News Team have all the pre-match info…

Head to Head

The Netherlands have struggled against the Azzuri historically. They’ve only one three of the 20 matches between the two nations. Italy have won 10.

Of the last five meetings, Italy have won twice, the Dutch once, and there have been two draws.

The most recent meeting was last March, when goals from Eder and Leonardo Bonuscci secure a 2-1 Italian win.

Likely XIs

There’s likely to be experimentation on both sides at the Juventus Stadium.

Mancini has brought Mario Balotelli back into the international fold, though Andrea Belotti could take the lone striker role here.  The likes of Daniele Rugani, Lorenzo Insigne and Alessandro Florenzi could also start.

For the Dutch, Memphis Depay is set to continue in his central role up front. Ryan Babel may come into the team alongside him, with Virgil van Dijk, Nathan Ake, Georginio Wijnaldum also returning to the starting XI after Thursday’s 1-1 draw with Slovakia.