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GdS: A start vs. France at San Siro – Cisse’s rapid ascent continues with Mancini’s faith

By: Oliver Fisher Alphadjo Cisse continues to go from strength to strength, and his biggest moment yet might be coming during the break. As La Gazzetta dello Sport write, beyond the confidence with which he plays and speaks, what’s truly…

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 12:30 PM
GdS: A start vs. France at San Siro – Cisse’s rapid ascent continues with Mancini’s faith
Key Things to Know
  • Alphadjo Cisse could start for Italy against France at San Siro following his first senior national team call-up.
  • Manager Roberto Mancini called up the 20-year-old forward to compete for a left-wing role in Italy's 4-3-3 system.
  • Cisse has scored eight goals across all competitions for AC Milan, including five in Serie A.
The Story in 60 Seconds

AC Milan forward Alphadjo Cisse could make his senior Italy debut as a starter against France at San Siro, according to La Gazzetta dello Sport. Manager Roberto Mancini has called up the 20-year-old for the first time, with Cisse competing alongside Nicolò Cambiaghi and Sebastiano Esposito for a spot on the left wing in Italy's 4-3-3 formation.

Cisse earned his call-up following an impressive run of form for Milan, scoring eight goals in all competitions, including five in Serie A. His recent strike against Genoa made him the second-youngest player to score five league goals in his first 10 appearances for the Rossoneri in the three-points-per-win era, trailing only Alexandre Pato.

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