Juventus defender Giorgio Chiellini has called on fans to get behind Italy coach Antonio Conte.

Conte is underfire from Juve over an injury scare to Claudio Marchisio and will be back at Juventus Stadium for their friendly with England.

Chiellini said: "Let's all appeal that any 'afters' from the last few years be put aside for the common good of Italian football.

"In club football we have seen improvements already and it's an important step that we can get closer to England in the rankings for next year.

"Now this Nazionale represents the country and ought to be treated as such. I am sure the welcome will be good in Turin. We can't wait to get out there."