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Paul Pogba played coy and didn’t rule out any possibility in his first interview since the CAS cut down his suspension from 4 years to 18 months.

Former Juventus Superstar Draws Interest from Two Foreign Giants

December 14, 2024 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Marseille, Serie A, Transfer Market

Former Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba is reportedly hellbent on making the France squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America. According to Calciomercato, the 31-year-old midfielder has two offers on the table after severing ties with the Bianconeri.

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.

Theo Hernandez was on the bench but couldn’t have starred in the Nations League game versus Italy due to a knee contusion.

France Boss Reassures Milan About Banged Up Superstar

November 18, 2024 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, France, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025

Theo Hernandez was on the bench but couldn’t have starred in the Nations League game versus Italy due to a knee contusion. On the other hand, the problem is minor and shouldn’t jeopardize his availability for Saturday’s clash with Juventus.

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.

Pogba Comments on His Future Following Ban Reduction

October 15, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, France, Italian Football, Juventus, Ligue 1, Marseille, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Paul Pogba played coy and didn’t rule out any possibility in his first interview since the CAS cut down his suspension from 4 years to 18 months, which means that he’ll be able to play again in March.

As initially suspected, Marcus Thuram will miss some time, but he’s not at risk for the return leg of the Champions League clash versus Atletico Madrid.

France Gaffer Delivers Alarming Fitness Update On Inter Overachiever

October 10, 2024 Marko Vrakela France, Inter, Inter Milan, International Football, Nations League, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025

France gaffer Didier Deschamps has provided an ominous-looking fitness update on Inter talisman Marcus Thuram. Deschamps talked to the press in the build-up to Les Bleus' UEFA Nations League fixture against Israel.

Inter are considering bolstering their attack but aren’t plotting a major shift and aren’t tracking Jonathan David, as some reports suggest.

Inter & France Star Escapes Serious Injury As Tests Show No Ligament Damage

October 7, 2024 Marko Vrakela France, Inter, Inter Milan, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025

Talismanic Inter forward Marcus Thuram underwent detailed checks on his right ankle after his match-winning performance against Torino. The France international nearly single-handedly toppled the Granata, notching up his first Serie A hat-trick in Nerazzurri's dramatic 3-2 home win on Saturday.

Mike Maignan could be part of a stunning merry-go-round of goalkeepers that could be triggered by Ederson leaving Manchester City.

Milan Talisman Frontrunner for France Captain Armband

October 4, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, France, International Football, Serie A

Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan is reportedly the leading contender to take the captain's armband in France's national team this month. According to RMC Sport, Les Bleus head coach Didier Deschamps considers the former Lille star the ideal candidate to perform as Kylian Mbappe's deputy.

Raphael Varane is retiring from football a few months after joining Como. The Frenchman had already stepped away from the team a while ago.

Real Madrid Icon Varane Retires After Spell with Como

September 25, 2024 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Como, France, Italian Football, La Liga, Manchester United, Premier League, Real Madrid, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025, Transfer Market

Raphael Varane is retiring from football a few months after joining Como on a free transfer. The Frenchman had already stepped away from the team and headed to Madrid, where he resides, a couple of weeks after suffering a knee injury.

Milan will focus on finding one or more defenders but could also sign a midfielder if Rade Krunic departed, and they tested the waters for Samuele Ricci.

Italy & Torino Midfielder Praised for Superb Performance Vs France

September 7, 2024 Marko Vrakela Italy, Serie A, Torino

Torino talisman Samuele Ricci has earned plaudits for his dynamic performance as Italy came from behind to beat France 3-1 on Friday. Luciano Spalletti's side recovered from a first-minute deficit to stun the Parc des Princes at the start of their 2024/25 UEFA Nations League campaign.

Italy put themselves on track after a dreadful start and caught a sounding, unexpected win over France at the Parc des Princes in the Nations League opener

France vs Italy 1-3: Azzurri Storm Back to Stun the Parc des Princes!

September 6, 2024 Matteo Carnevale France, International Football, Italian Football, Italy, Nations League, Serie A, The Azzurri

The ghosts of Euro 2024 came to haunt Italy as the Azzurri conceded one goal just 14 seconds (!) after kicking off their Nations League campaign against France on Friday night. But then, Italy put themselves back on track and somehow conjured a sounding win, powered by goals from Federico Dimarco, Davide Frattesi, and Giacomo Raspadori.

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