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From record‑breaking transfers like Sandro Tonali to the arrival of foreign coaches and owners, Serie A is reinventing itself while Italy's national side falters in World Cup qualification.
Franco Baresi, celebrated for his leadership and longevity at AC Milan and the Italian national team, passed away at 66, leaving behind a legacy of six Serie A titles, three European Cups and a World Cup triumph.
Franco Baresi, who spent 20 years at AC Milan and captained Italy, has died at 66. Tributes highlight his loyalty, leadership and lasting impact on the sport.
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.
A celebrated World Cup winner faces a setback as his commercial link with a Russian bookmaker triggers political backlash and resignations within the national set‑up.
After a heated public debate over his partnership with Russian betting firm Fonbet, Andrea Pirlo withdraws from the Italy head coach race, thanking Paolo Maldini and Leonardo while the federation weighs alternatives like Guardiola and Ancelotti.
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.
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.
Maldini’s public backing of Pirlo signals a shifting tide in Italy’s coaching landscape, as the FIGC prepares to appoint a new national team manager.
From costly travel teams to the search for a community‑driven model, a father reflects on the financial and emotional toll of youth soccer in the United States and what other nations are doing differently.
A look at how players like Jhon Duran, Freddy Adu and others have accumulated dozens of clubs before the age of 23, reshaping expectations about development in modern football.
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.
Pep Guardiola has hinted at a possible move to manage the Italian national team, citing a desire to lead a side at a World Cup while navigating his deep ties to Spain.
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.
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.
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The 2026 World Cup in the United States has turned into a unique crossover event where soccer stars try their hand at baseball, offering fans a glimpse of cross‑sport camaraderie.
At 41, Cristiano Ronaldo aims for a World Cup victory that would complete a career defined by unprecedented goal records and longevity.
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