Giovinco set for two-week absence

The Italy forward suffered the ankle twist during his side's 2-0 win over Parma in their Serie A opener on Saturday. He has sustained ligament damage.

Media reports in Italy suggest the player will be out for at least 10-15 days with the match against Genoa a possible date for his return.

Italy begin their 2014 World Cup qualifying campaign against Bulgaria on September 7 and Malta four days later.