Italy coach Mancini happy with Lithuania rout as Kean scores twice | OneFootball

Italy coach Roberto Mancini was pleased with their 5-0 World Cup qualifying rout of Lithuania.

Juventus signing Moise Kean struck twice on the night along with Giacomo Raspdori.

“Despite losing so many players over the last couple of days, the lads reacted well. Obviously, the opponents weren't of the highest quality, but you can't always score five or six goals, so they did well," Mancini told RAI Sport.

There was more good news, as Switzerland were held to a 0-0 draw in Northern Ireland, with a Haris Seferovic penalty parried. It's reassuring after the Azzurri were stalled by the Swiss with Jorginho's spot-kick saved.

“Anyone can make a mistake, the important thing is to stay calm, not lose our heads, and it will be fine.

“We already brought Raspadori to the Euros, we saw he has quality, but is young and needs to gain experience. Of course, it's all in their minds and their feet. If they do what they need to do, work hard, remain organised on the field, then it depends on them, but they can have their chance."

Chelsea midfielder Jorginho wore the captain's armband for the first time this evening, but was also one of the only players who wasn't rested.

“I left out Leonardo Bonucci, who is important because he starts the moves from the back. We also lost Stefano Sensi, so asked if Jorginho could at least play one half."