Inter Milan's Antonio Cassano reacts during their Europa League soccer match against Tottenham Hotspur at the San Siro stadium in Milan March 14, 2013. REUTERS/Alessandro Garofalo
(Reuters) - Antonio Cassano says he has stopped gobbling focaccine, lost 10 kilos and is waiting for Italy coach Cesare Prandelli to call him up in time for the World Cup.
The 31-year-old has not been picked by Prandelli since Euro 2012 when he formed the striking partnership with Mario Balotelli. But his fitness and form this season, with 11 Serie A goals for Parma, has raised his hopes that he could get a last-minute recall.
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