Kayode earns first Italy call-up after Brentford's 3-0 win over Chelsea

Michael Kayode marked his first Italy call-up with a standout display in Brentford's 3-0 victory over Chelsea.

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What happened. Michael Kayode received his first-ever Italy call-up and then delivered a strong performance in Brentford's 3-0 win over Chelsea. He started and was substituted in the 69th minute with Brentford leading 1-0.

• Kayode is among nine potential debutants called up by Roberto Mancini for Italy's upcoming Nations League games.
• He previously scored the winning goal in the Euro U19 final against Portugal in 2023 and made ten appearances for Italy U21.
• Gazzetta praised Kayode for following Keith Andrews' tactical plan to the letter, staying deep in defence.

“He followed the game plan to the letter”

— Gazzetta

Kayode will look to make his senior Italy debut in the upcoming Nations League matches.

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