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Roberto Mancini is currently unemployed after being sacked by Saudi Arabia and just turned 60. He revisited his decision to leave Italy

Mancini Regrets Italy Exit, Downplays Recent Roma Links

November 27, 2024 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Italy, Roma, Serie A, The Azzurri

Roberto Mancini is currently unemployed after being sacked by Saudi Arabia and just turned 60. He revisited his decision to leave Italy and addressed the courtship by Roma in an interview: "It was a wrong choice that I wouldn't repeat."

Italy are trying to lure a talent from France, as Rayan Cherki, who has yet to debut with the senior team, is eligible to play for the Azzurri and Algeria.

Italy Attempting to Poach Olympique Lyonnais Starlet

November 21, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, France, Italian Football, Italy, Lazio, Ligue 1, Lyon, Serie A, The Azzurri, Transfer Market

Italy are trying to lure a talent from France, as Rayan Cherki, who has yet to debut with the senior team, is eligible to play for the Azzurri and Algeria given the nationality of his parents and grandparents. He has starred with Les Blues at the youth level.

UEFA Nations League Preview: Italy vs France – Team News, Line-ups & Prediction

November 16, 2024 Marko Vrakela France, International Football, Italian Football, Italy, Nations League, Serie A, The Azzurri

Sunday is the day of reckoning in the UEFA Nations League top flight as Italy and France go head-to-head in Group A2's top-table six-pointer at Stadio San Siro. With both teams securing a berth in the quarter-finals with a game to spare, the stakes are significantly lower than when they met in the iconic 2006 FIFA World Cup final.

Sandro Tonali will be suspended for seven months for gambling on football games. The punishment envisages eight months of accessory provisions.

Newcastle United Superstar Lauds Italy Mentality Ahead of France Showdown

November 16, 2024 Marko Vrakela Italian Football, Italy, Nations League, The Azzurri

Sandro Tonali inspired Italy to an all-important 1-0 UEFA Nations League victory against Belgium last night at the King Baudouin Stadium. After the game, the Newcastle United midfielder addressed the media.

Italy will put their bid to secure a top-table finish in the Nations League Group A2 on the line when they take on out-of-sorts Belgium on Thursday

UEFA Nations League Preview: Belgium vs Italy – Team News, Line-ups & Prediction

November 12, 2024 Marko Vrakela Belgium, International Football, Italian Football, Italy, Nations League, Serie A, The Azzurri

High-flying Italy will put their bid to secure a top-table finish in the UEFA Nations League Group A2 on the line when they take on out-of-sorts Belgium on Thursday. Brussels' King Baudouin Stadium forms the backdrop for this high-stakes fixture, with both nations in dire need of three points, albeit for different reasons.

Luciano Spalletti opened the preparation for the upcoming Nations League matches versus Belgium and France with the usual presser conference.

Spalletti Welcomes Newcomers and Praises Forwards

November 11, 2024 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Italy, Nations League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, The Azzurri

Luciano Spalletti opened the preparation for the upcoming Nations League matches versus Belgium and France with the usual presser conference. Italy need a point to be a top seed in the 2026 World Cup draw: "We mustn't be presumptous."

Luciano Spalletti spent the weekend in Naples, receiving a tribute while attending the Monza game, and anticipated some fresh blood.

Italy Boss Luciano Spalletti Announces Squad List for November Fixtures

November 9, 2024 Marko Vrakela Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, The Azzurri

Italy head coach Luciano Spalletti has unveiled his squad for the upcoming UEFA Nations League clashes against Belgium and France. The list features some exciting new faces and the return of a key player.

Luciano Spalletti addressed several topics related to the Azzurri and Serie A in a lengthy interview: “President Gravina convinced me in one afternoon."

Spalletti Talks Chiesa, Rejoices for Strikers’ Showings

October 28, 2024 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Italy, Liverpool, Napoli, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, The Azzurri

Luciano Spalletti addressed several topics related to the Azzurri and Serie A in a lengthy interview: “President Gabriele Gravina convinced me in one afternoon. I’ve coached in every division, and managing the national team was the cherry on top."

Roberto Mancini is no longer the Saudi Arabia coach after just 13 months at the helm. The FA announced to have agreed to terminate his contract early.

Mancini Formally Relieved of His Duties by Saudi Arabia

October 25, 2024 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Italy, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, The Azzurri One comment

Roberto Mancini is no longer the Saudi Arabia coach after just 13 months at the helm. The FA announced to have reached an agreement to terminate his contract early on Thursday. He left the Azzurri in 2023 and took over a few weeks later.

Federico Chiesa joined Liverpool in a flash deal late in the window, ending a lengthy transfer saga concerning his future at Juventus.

Chiesa Struggling to Find His Footing at Liverpool

October 24, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Italy, Juventus, Liverpool, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, The Azzurri, Transfer Market

Federico Chiesa joined Liverpool in a flash deal late in the window, ending a lengthy transfer saga concerning his future at Juventus. However, he has barely been able to play since joining, notching just 3 appearances.

Italy routed Israel 4-1 at the Bluenergy Arena on Monday night to take one more step toward the Nations League Final Eight

Italy vs Israel 4-1: Di Lorenzo Brace Puts Azzurri Closer to Final Eight

October 14, 2024 Matteo Carnevale International Football, Israel, Italian Football, Italy, Nations League, Serie A, The Azzurri

Italy routed Israel 4-1 at the Bluenergy Arena on Monday night to take one more step toward the Nations League Final Eight. The Azzurri will need just one point out of their final two games against Belgium and France in November to secure a spot in the next round, which will also mean a higher seed in the upcoming draw for the 2026 World Cup UEFA Qualifiers.

Tottenham have emerged as the frontrunners to acquire Gugliemo Vicario from Empoli. The goalkeeper had long been touted as Inter’s top target.

Spalletti Eyes Key Goalkeeper Change for Italy Clash Versus Israel

October 14, 2024 Marko Vrakela International Football, Italian Football, Italy, Nations League, Serie A, The Azzurri

Italy head coach Luciano Spalletti is ready to make at least one crucial personnel change in Monday's UEFA Nations League clash against Israel. According to Calciomercato, Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario could dislodge Gianluigi Donnarumma from the starting XI against Group A2's lowest-ranked nation.

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