Frattesi: ‘Hadn’t scored for Italy in too long, confused by Kayode towel’

Davide Frattesi reflected on scoring in Italy's 4-1 victory over Turkiye in the UEFA Nations League on September 28, 2026. After making eight squad changes following a 2-0 defeat to Belgium, the Azzurri secured the win in Bursa with goals from Alessandro Bastoni, Frattesi, Michael Kayode, and Francesco Pio Esposito.

Frattesi noted that manager Roberto Mancini specifically instructed him to follow up for rebounds, which led directly to his goal. The midfielder, who joined Lazio from Inter, attributed his international form to playing regularly and scoring three goals in five Serie A matches this season.