Italy great Paolo Maldini's son Daniel made his debut for the Azzurri in Monday's 4-1 win over Israel, marking the first time three generations of a family have played for the country's national team.

It is the first time three generations of a family have played for Italy's national team, with Paolo Maldini's final match coming 22 years and 118 days ago, while Cesare Maldini, Daniel's grandfather,

Daniel Maldini makes history by debuting for Italy, joining his father and grandfather as Azzurri players in a significant family legacy.

Daniel Maldini felt a ‘strong sensation’ upon making his record-breaking Italy debut, with father Paolo and mother Adriana watching proudly in the stands.

After his father, Paolo Maldini, and grandpa, Cesare Maldini, Daniel is the third member of his family to be included in the Italy team setup.

Daniel Maldini, son of Italy great Paolo, made his international debut in their 4-1 win over Israel, becoming the third generation of his family to play for the Azzurri.

ROME, OCT 8 - Monza forward Daniel Maldini, the son and grandson of AC Milan greats Paolo and Cesare Maldini respectively, expressed satisfaction on Tuesday after getting his first Italy call-up for the upcoming Nations League clashes against Belgium and Israel.

Italy great Paolo Maldini's son Daniel made his debut for the Azzurri in Monday's 4-1 win over Israel, marking the first time three generations of a family have played for the country's national team.

Daniel Maldini made his senior Italy debut in a game against Israel on Monday: here’s how his father reacted in the stands.Daniel Maldini became the third member of his family to play for the