Jorginho reveals the team he'll be supporting at the World Cup as Italy miss out

This year Jorginho and Italy are sitting out another World Cup having failed to qualify in 2018 as well.

When asked about the nation he'll be rooting for in Qatar he revealed: "I wish I could be there, but unfortunately, we are not going to be there.

"So, of course, Brazil," he added. "I’ll be cheering for them, and let’s see what’s going to happen."

Jorginho was born in Brazil and moved to Italy at the age of 15. He is of Italian descent but could have opted to play for Brazil.

Back in 2017 he revealed that Brazil only made an attempt to call him up after Italy saw his potential. He stuck by his guns though and does not regret it:

"Having a choice like that, which is so important for your life and career, is not easy.

"Up until a month ago, I had no hope of getting a Brazil call and wasn’t even considering it.

"Then they rang and said they were observing me, so it was impossible to just ignore that. It’s still Brazil and it’s still where I was born.

"My head was spinning for a couple of days, but I made my decision and I do not regret it.

"I am very happy to play for Italy, I hope to bring great joy to the fans, as I love this country.”

Source: Football Daily