Mancini in Paris for Koleosho and Coppola, Zoma shines in Germany

In the heart of Paris, tonight Roberto Mancini watches from the sidelines the clash between Paris FC and Lyon, while attention remains on Luca Koleosho and Diego Coppola; at the same time, the Italian striker Mohamed Alì Zoma, in form with five goals in five 2. Bundesliga matches, has already been pre‑alerted for a possible inclusion in the next Azzurri squad.

Zoma in form in the 2. Bundesliga

The twenty‑two‑year‑old Mohamed Alì Zoma has scored five goals in five 2. Bundesliga matches, opening the scoring against SG Dynamo Dresden on 9 August 2026 at the Max‑Morlock‑Stadion in Nuremberg. He then found the net in the 2‑1 home win over Hannover 96, showing versatility as an attacking midfielder, centre‑forward or left winger. Born in Merate on 15 December 2003, he comes from AlbinoLeffe’s academy and signed with FC Nuremberg for €1.5 million last year.

Mancini in Paris for the Paris FC‑Lyon

Roberto Mancini will be in Paris tonight to follow the Paris FC‑Lyon match, with the aim of assessing the performances of Luca Koleosho and Diego Coppola, both already called up to the senior national team. Before departing, the coach was in Madrid on Tuesday to watch the Real Madrid‑Inter clash in the Champions League, demonstrating an intense scouting programme. Mancini’s presence in Paris underscores Italy’s interest in Italian players active abroad.

Next Azzurri squad for the Nations League

Mancini’s next training session will lead to the finalisation of the squad for next week’s Nations League matches, with the expectation of numerous debutants. Zoma was pre‑alerted at the end of August for a possible call‑up, while the selection of Koleosho and Coppola will be judged on their performances in France. The call‑up of new faces is seen as an opportunity to refresh the Azzurri attack.

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Luca Koleosho, already a key player in the UEFA Euro U21 qualifying against Armenia, is considered a crucial element for the Under‑21 side, which could lead Mancini to keep him in the squad for the European and Olympic qualifiers in October‑November.

Diego Coppola, also already a starter with the senior national team, displayed defensive solidity in the match against Lyon, strengthening the prospect of his permanent inclusion in the main squad.

Roberto Mancini, besides managing the Italian national team, holds the role of Coach of the Saudi Nation, possessing Italian and Ivorian citizenship, but having not yet worn either jersey at youth level. His international experience adds value to the selection process.

Zoma’s journey, from the academy to the attack of FC Nuremberg in GERMANY, and Mancini’s focus in PARIS, highlight Italy’s interest in emerging talents abroad, with the hope that the new discoveries can contribute to the national team’s success in upcoming fixtures.