Liverpool star Federigo Chiesa ruled out of World Cup play-offs

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Italian Football Federation (FIGC) confirmed on March 23 that Federico Chiesa has been deemed unavailable for the next two matches following a positive result in his recent physical examination, ending hopes he will represent Italy at their upcoming qualifiers and subsequent tournament stages ahead of World Cup play-offs. The decision comes as part of an ongoing nightmare season where multiple key players are sidelined by injury or fitness issues affecting squad depth just before critical international fixtures begin.

Key Points

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Liverpool winger Federico Chiesa was declared unfit by the FIGC due to fitness concerns confirmed through medical tests.
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Chiesa has withdrawn from Italy's squad for upcoming World Cup play-off matches against Northern Ireland and will return his services immediately upon arrival in Merseyside.
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"Almost certain" exit claims were made earlier, but an official statement was issued later confirming the decision based on physical condition assessment.

Developments

[Mar 23] FIGC officially announced that Federico Chiesa has been deemed unavailable for two matches and confirmed his return to Liverpool following medical assessments at Covercia training centre. (Source: Sportsmole.co.uk, Official Figc Explains)

[Mar 23] Liverpool dealt a fresh injury blow as Chiesa withdrew from the Italy squad ahead of World Cup play-off semi-finals against Northern Ireland after medical tests confirmed fitness concerns. (Source: Sports.yahoo.com, Liverpoolecho.co.uk)

[Mar 23] Reports emerged that Liverpool had reached a new agreement with Chiesa following claims of an 'almost certain' exit from the national team camp.

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Mediafax.ro Petre Apostol 2h ago

Liverpool star Federico Chiesa leaves Italy squad as nightmare season continues

Mirror.co.uk [email protected] (Daniel Orme) 3h ago

Liverpool winger Federico Chiesa has withdrawn from Italy's squad and will not play against Northern Ireland due to an injury. This marks his second consecutive international absence following a season plagued by numerous injuries for Liverpool, including those of Mohamed Salah and Alexander Isak. Nicolo Cambiaghi is set as the replacement in Bologna after being called up instead.

Liverpool’s Federico Chiesa leaves Italy camp after medical tests confirm fitness concern

Sports.yahoo.com 3h ago

Liverpool reach new Chiesa agreement after 'almost certain' exit claim

Sportsmole.co.uk 3h ago

Liverpool winger Federico Chiesa has been declared unfit to play in Italy's upcoming World Cup playoff semi-finals against Northern Ireland due to an undisclosed physical condition agreed upon by both clubs. Consequently, he will not participate in either of the two matches scheduled for next month and is also considered a doubt regarding his availability later this season for Manchester City.

Liverpool dealt fresh injury blow as Federico Chiesa withdraws from Italy squad

Liverpoolecho.co.uk [email protected] (Paul Gorst) 4h ago

Liverpool forward Federico Chiesa has withdrawn from Italy's squad and will not participate in upcoming World Cup qualification matches due to an injury. He was replaced by Bologna winger Nicolo Cambiaghi, while Liverpool manager Arne Slot notes that he is also without Mohamed Salah as the team prepares for its next fixtures during this international break period.