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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.

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

October 13, 2024 Marko Vrakela International Football, Italian Football, Italy, Nations League, Serie A, The Azzurri

Amends for a midweek heartbreak against Belgium are at the forefront of Luciano Spalletti's mind as Italy take on Israel on Monday. Gli Azzurri bid to fortify their position at the top of their 2024/25 UEFA Nations League group against the section's lowest-ranked nation at Udinese's Bluenergy Stadium.

Inter have had multiple meetings to set up the purchase of Davide Frattesi from Sassuolo and reached an agreement in principle.

Inter Midfielder Identifies Missing Joy in Italy Euro 2024 Fiasco

October 12, 2024 Marko Vrakela Inter Milan, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, The Azzurri

Inter midfielder Davide Frattesi has pinpointed one crucial aspect Italy desperately lacked at the 2024 European Championship. Luciano Spalletti's side experienced a dreadful title-defending campaign, bowing out to Switzerland in the round of 16 in disturbing fashion

The truth is in the middle for Italy between the disgusting display against Switzerland 16 of Euro 2024 and the glitzy performances versus France.

Luciano Spalletti Blasts Self-Destructive Italy After Belgium Stalemate

October 11, 2024 Marko Vrakela Belgium, International Football, Italian Football, Italy, Nations League, Serie A, The Azzurri

Italy head coach Luciano Spalletti addressed the media following a stomach-wrenching 2-2 home draw against Belgium. Gli Azzurri threw away a two-goal cushion to drop points for the first time in the 2024/25 UEFA Nations League cycle.

An Italy lineup with suicidal tendencies dilapidated a two-goal lead on Thursday night as they were held to a tie by Belgium in Nations League Round 3

Italy vs Belgium 2-2: Suicidal Azzurri Squander Double Lead

October 10, 2024 Matteo Carnevale Belgium, International Football, Italian Football, Italy, Nations League, Serie A, The Azzurri

An Italy lineup with suicidal tendencies dilapidated a two-goal lead on Thursday night as they were held to a tie by Belgium in the third matchday of the Nations League. But they showed once again that they are well on track toward redemption after the summer Euro-disaster.

Riccardo Calafiori is gearing up for his return to the Stadio Olimpico, where he began his career with Roma, with Italy versus Belgium.

Calafiori on Serie A vs Premier League and Arsenal Move

October 10, 2024 Enrico Passarella Arsenal, Italian Football, Italy, Premier League, Serie A, The Azzurri

Riccardo Calafiori is gearing up for his return to the Stadio Olimpico, where he began his career with Roma. He spoke to the press along with Luciano Spalletti ahead of the Nations League clash versus Belgium: "It'll give me an something extra."

How Italy Could Line Up In High-Stakes Fixture Against Belgium

October 10, 2024 Marko Vrakela Belgium, Italian Football, Italy, Nations League, Serie A, The Azzurri

Italy enjoyed a dream start to their fourth consecutive UEFA Nations League campaign with back-to-back wins last month. Luciano Spalletti's lads return to action on Thursday with a mouth-watering home clash against Belgium.

Italy coach Luciano Spalletti is wary of the perils of the Israel game after the scintillating performance against France.

Luciano Spalletti Outlines Italy World Cup Ambitions Ahead of Belgium Clash

October 10, 2024 Marko Vrakela International Football, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, The Azzurri, World Cup

Italy head coach Luciano Spalletti has outlined Gli Azzurri's ambitions ahead of Thursday's UEFA Nations League fixture against Belgium. During a comprehensive interview with Calciomercato, the former Scudetto-winning manager with Napoli addressed multiple topics, including the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign.

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

October 7, 2024 Marko Vrakela Belgium, International Football, Italy, Nations League, Serie A, The Azzurri

Stadio Olimpico hosts a pinnacle of European football as Italy and Belgium renew hostilities in their latest 2024/25 UEFA Nations League outing. Thursday's clash in the Italian capital is a decent opportunity for Gli Azzurri to consolidate their return to prominence following a lackluster EURO 2024 campaign.

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