Italy women's national team names 12-player squad for Slovenia match

Italy's women's national team has officially announced the 12 players for tonight's match against Slovenia. The squad includes Jasmine Keys, Francesca Pasa, Carlotta Zanardi, Costanza Verona, Caterina Gilli, Francesca Pan, Lorela Cubaj, Sara Madera, Emma Giacchetti, Olbis Andre, Ilaria Panzera and Anastasia Conte.

There are acknowledged to be significant absences in the camp. Capobianco said, however, that the group that joined the camp consists of players who have earned their place in this shirt, regardless of their age.

Meanwhile, Luca Banchi was introduced as the new head coach of Olimpia Milano. Banchi will also continue as head coach of the Italy basketball national team. Under a new agreement with the federation, his role is changing from full-time to part-time, and his salary is being reduced. Banchi will coach both Italy and Olimpia Milano at the same time until 2028.