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Team News: Mario Balotelli drops out for Italy

Team News: Balotelli drops out for Italy
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Mario Balotelli drops to the Italian bench for this evening's final group game against the Republic of Ireland.

Manchester City striker Mario Balotelli has dropped out of the Italy starting lineup for this evening's match against the Republic of Ireland.

The 21-year-old, who is believed to be suffering with a slight knee injury, has been replaced by Udinese frontman Antonio Di Natale.

Ireland have reverted back to their usual 4-4-2 formation, which means that Kevin Doyle has returned to partner Robbie Keane in attack.

Italy: Buffon; Chiellini, Balzaretti, Abate, Barzagli; Motta, Marchisio, De Rossi, Pirlo; Cassano, Di Natale

ROI: Given; O'Shea, Dunne, St Ledger, Ward; Duff, Whelan, Andrews, McGeady; Keane, Doyle

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