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Lazio faced Ascoli in a pre‑season friendly that served as a fitness checkpoint for both teams, with head coach Gennaro Gattuso using the match to manage workloads and trial new combinations.
Roberto Mancini apologized for leaving Italy for Saudi Arabia, reflecting on his past tenure and the nation's recent World Cup disappointment as he aims to restore the Azzurri's fortunes.
After a brief stint at the Italian Football Federation, Paolo Maldini and Leonardo resigned following a blocked appointment of Andrea Pirlo, a saga that highlights the federation’s recent instability and missed World Cup qualifications.
Andrea Pirlo withdrew from consideration for Italy's national team coach after political concerns over his Russian betting sponsor, prompting Paolo Maldini to contemplate resignation and sparking a renewed search for a successor.
Andrea Pirlo has stepped back from the national team coaching race after criticism of his association with the Russian betting firm Fonbet, a relationship that has drawn political scrutiny and raised questions about the future of Italy’s football administration.
Andrea Pirlo has stepped back from the running to become Italy’s national team coach after a controversy erupted over his role as a global ambassador for the Russian betting company Fonbet. Politicians, diplomats and sports figures have weighed in, highlighting the intersection of sport, commerce and geopolitics.
After Italian politicians questioned his ties to a Russian betting firm, Andrea Pirlo confirmed he will no longer be considered for the Italy national team coaching position.
The prospective appointment of Andrea Pirlo as Italy’s head coach has ignited a political row, driven by his ties to the Russian betting firm Fonbet and a recent Moscow appearance amid Ukraine’s aerial attacks.
After a promising display for Liverpool in Nashville, Federico Chiesa expressed his desire to stay and grow under new head coach Andoni Iraola, aiming to help the club return to major trophies and re‑ignite his Italy career.
Italian football’s search for a new national team coach has taken a high‑profile turn as the FIGC confirmed talks with Pep Guardiola, with Paolo Maldini and Leonardo traveling to Barcelona to discuss the role.
Reports suggest Pep Guardiola is being considered to replace Italy's current coaching staff, with the Italian Football Federation having held extensive discussions in Barcelona. The move would mark a historic shift for the national side.
After a third consecutive World Cup miss, the Italian Football Federation is turning to high‑profile coaches, including Pep Guardiola and Carlo Ancelotti, while veteran Paolo Maldini leads the search.
After missing the World Cup for the third consecutive tournament, the Italian federation is accelerating talks with Pep Guardiola and Carlo Ancelotti, while Paolo Maldini outlines a decisive timeline.
After a decade at Manchester City, Pep Guardiola is being courted by the Italian Football Federation, which has made financial concessions to lure the Spaniard, while Roberto Mancini and Andrea Pirlo remain in the mix.
Italian Football Federation president Giovanni Malago says financial flexibility could allow Pep Guardiola to become the Azzurri’s coach, amid a list of candidates including Mancini and Pirlo.
The Italian soccer federation (FIGC) is exploring options with Pep Guardiola and Carlo Ancelotti after a World Cup qualification failure. Paolo Maldini confirmed discussions, while other former coaches also feature in the debate.
The round of 32 features high‑stakes clashes, emerging upsets, and notable signings that promise a dramatic finish.
The election of Giovanni Malagò as president of the Italian Football Federation marks a pivotal moment for Italian football, setting the stage for a decisive search for a new national team coach after a World Cup qualification disappointment.
Giovanni Malagò, former head of the Italian Olympic Committee and IOC member, has been voted president of the Italian Football Federation with a decisive majority. His immediate task is to appoint a new national team coach following Gennaro Gattuso's departure after a World Cup qualifying loss.
The new federation chief must replace Gennaro Gattuso and decide between Roberto Mancini and Antonio Conte for the coaching role.
A June 7 friendly between Greece and Italy will see caretaker coach Silvio Baldini at the helm for the Azzurri, as both nations look to rebuild after missing the 2026 World Cup.
Greece and Italy will meet in a friendly this Sunday, using the match to channel frustration over missing the 2026 World Cup while testing new tactical directions.
With both nations missing the 2026 World Cup, Greece and Italy meet in a low‑stakes friendly, hoping to fine‑tune tactics before the next campaign.
Luxembourg will host Italy in a friendly on Wednesday, marking their first meeting in 12 years. Both teams missed the 2026 World Cup, with Italy missing out after a penalty shootout loss to Bosnia & Herzegovina and Luxembourg failing to earn points in qualifying. Italy’s new temporary coach Silvio Baldini will field an almost entirely uncapped squad, while Luxembourg, fresh from back‑to‑back wins over Malta, looks to build momentum.