An early objective from Lorenzo Pellegrini and a late strike from Nicolo Barella gave a revamped Italy aspect a 2-0 win over Ecuador in a pleasant at Crimson Bull Area in Harrison, New Jersey, on Sunday.
Italy coach Luciano Spalletti made 11 modifications to the lineup from Thursday’s 2-1 win over Venezuela, handing extra gamers an opportunity to show themselves earlier than Euro 2024 in Germany.
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Pellegrini put Italy forward after three minutes by smashing residence after the ball rebounded off the wall from a free kick.
Deep into stoppage time, Italy counter-attacked and Barella lobbed goalkeeper Javier Burrai to seal the win.
European champions Italy have been drawn with Spain, Albania and Croatia in Group B on the Euros, which begin in June.
