Italy star Antonio Candreva could miss upcoming Ireland clash through injury
Posted Sunday, June 19, 2016 by squawka.com
Italy's Antonio Candreva is a doubt for the team's final Group E fixture against the Republic of Ireland on Wednesday after suffering a hamstring injury in the 1-0 win over Sweden.
The Lazio wide man played the full 90 minutes against Sweden and was fit enough to celebrate Eder's last-gasp winner.
However, with Italy already through to the next round after two wins, it seems Antonio Conte is not taking any risks on his fitness for the rest of the tournament.
"At the end of the game with Sweden, Antonio Candreva complained of a right hamstring problem," read a statement from the Italy camp.
"The player underwent scans and he will be evaluated on a daily basis."
Conte has stated that he will rotate his squad for the Ireland clash, with some of the players who have not yet featured likely to see some game time in Lille.
The Italians have been excellent in their opening two games, with Conte's tactics working to perfection in the 2-0 win over Belgium before Eder's late goal gave them another three points against Sweden.
Candreva played as a right wing-back against Sweden, sending in eight crosses and attempting two shots.
He scored 10 goals and registered three assists in 30 league appearances for Lazio last season in an impressive Serie A campaign.
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