Italy in the USA after 19 years, two friendlies in March. 'First' overall against Venezuela, then in New Jersey against Ecuador (ANSA) Thirty years after the World Cup which saw them lose in the final on penalties to Brazil and almost 19 years since the match against Ecuador in June 2005.
Two convincing tests, in view of Euro 2024, with two national teams in full swing for the next World Cup. For the Azzurri, the match in Ft. Lauderdale will be the first match in history against Venezuela. The Venezuelans currently occupy fourth place (with 9 points in 6 games) in the South American qualifying group for the 2026 World Cup, where the top 6 from the group will qualify.