Arsenal star delivers exceptional performance on international duty | OneFootball

Italy returned to winning ways in the Nations League with a 4-1 triumph over Israel last night.

The Azzurri dominated proceedings at the Stadio Friuli. Giovanni Di Lorenzo was the standout performer with a second-half brace for Luciano Spalletti’s side.

Arsenal star Riccardo Calafiori played on the left side of the back three for Italy. He had another fine display with 86 touches and a 96 percent passing accuracy.

The versatile defender completed seven successful long balls (100%) and won all of his aerial duels. He also made five recoveries in the game.

Calafiori has had a superb beginning to his career with the Italian national side, establishing himself as an undisputed starter.

The 22-year-old has made a similar impression for the Gunners. He scored a stunning goal during his full Premier League debut against Manchester City.

He has started the last five games for Arsenal in all competitions and has already become a favourite among the fans due to his consistent performances.

Calafiori should keep his place at left-back when the Gunners face Bournemouth in Saturday’s Premier League clash at the Vitality Stadium.

The London giants are just one point behind leaders Liverpool and have the chance to leapfrog them. The Reds face a tricky outing against Chelsea on Sunday.

Arsenal will then host Shakhtar Donetsk in the Champions League before welcoming Liverpool to the Emirates Stadium at the end of October.

This will be followed by trips to Preston North End, Newcastle United, Inter Milan and Chelsea before the next international break.

Stats from Transfermarkt.com & Fotmob.com.