Lippi defiant over Cassano omission

Italy coach Marcello Lippi has defended his decision to leave Sampdoria striker Antonio Cassano out of his squad for the upcoming two World Cup qualifiers.

Lippi defiant over Cassano omission
Tue, 24 Mar, 2009 - 18:56

Italy coach Marcello Lippi has defended his decision to leave Sampdoria striker Antonio Cassano out of his squad for the upcoming two World Cup qualifiers.

Despite notching 10 goals and 15 assists in Serie A this season, Cassano, who was in the squad for Euro 2008, continues to be overlooked by Lippi.

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