Italy forward Mario Balotelli will undergo tests for a muscle problem in his left leg, one of several injuries the team is dealing with ahead of the Confederations Cup semifinals.
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The Italian Football Federation also says that midfielder Riccardo Montolivo underwent a cerebral scan after a knock to the head in Sunday's 4-2 loss to Brazil and that the tests were negative.
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Still, Montolivo will be evaluated over the next few days.
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Meanwhile, fullback Ignazio Abate will fly home after dislocating his right shoulder.
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There was no update on midfielder Andrea Pirlo, who is expected back for the semifinals after missing the Brazil game with a muscle problem.
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Having finished second in Group A, Italy will face the Group B winner on Thursday.