Italy vs Mexico Preview
Italy's friendly against Mexico is extremely important for Marcello Lippi as he experiments with his formation.
The Azzurri have been training for two weeks and face the first of two international friendlies before travelling to South Africa.
The World Cup holders face Mexico tomorrow and Switzerland four days later in Geneva.
"One of the two tests will be crucial to clarify my ideas," said Lippi. "And tomorrow's one will be the one.
"We will try the tactical line-up (4-2-3-1) that we have tested in the past few days, using a variety of players."
Lippi confirmed his 23-man squad for the tournament in South Africa last night but has not ruled out the possibility of including Cagliari midfielder Andrea Cossu in the travelling party.
Cossu was discarded yesterday but could make the trip with Juventus winger Mauro Camoranesi doubtful with an injury.
Camoranesi sprained his left knee in yesterday's training session but Italy hope to have him fit in time for their World Cup opener against Paraguay on June 14.
"I could take 24 players to South Africa," Lippi said. "In the next few days we will evaluate the condition of Camoranesi.
"It could be an option, at least until before our first game. Could Cossu be the 24th player? He could be."
Lippi is satisfied with his team selection which mixes youth and experience.
"Everyone said, and I still hear it today, that I am more in favour of taking the champions I had in 2006," he said. "However, I changed that team 50%.
"I couldn't leave home 23 players just because they were in Berlin in 2006. We have so many young players and others that have experience.
"The youngsters are the future of the national team but have to be also present."
Mexico coach Javier Aguirre is set to confirm the same side which lost 3-1 to England last month, with the exception of injured striker Guillermo Franco.
Javier Hernandez will take Franco's place in attack alongside Giovanni Dos Santos and Carlos Vela.
Mexico are looking forward to facing the world champions in what will be their last friendly before travelling to South Africa.
"We have been working hard for the game against Italy," said Mexico defender Israel Castro. "We are focused and enthusiastic.
"The best is yet to come and we are looking forward to the World Cup with excitement and a little bit of anxiety."
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