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Lengthy Tonali Suspension Expected to Come Fairly Soon

October 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Italy, Newcastle United, Premier League, Serie A, The Azzurri

As was the case for Nicolò Fagioli, the FIGC’s prosecutor plans to act swiftly on Sandro Tonali after he confessed to gambling on football games and even Milan and Brescia ones. The parties are finalizing his plea bargain. It could happen before next Wednesday’s game between Newcastle United and Borussia Dortmund.

UEFA and CONMENBOL have made official the match between the Euro and the Copa America winners. Italy and Argentina will square off in London on June 1st.

Editorial: From Wembley to Wembley – The Tale of the Italy Rebirth That Never Was

October 18, 2023 Michel Sakr Italian Football, Italy, Serie A One comment

Alternating between achieving historical feats and failing to attain minimal objectives feels like an inevitable pattern, almost as if the team is locked in an infinite spiral. Between their glorious appearance at Wembley in July 2021 and their return to the glamorous stadium in October 2023 lies the story of an Italy rebirth that panned as a false dawn.

A few months before the European Championship, Italy still haven’t found a surefire no.9 to rely on. The possible options have all had challenging seasons

Spalletti Trusts Italy Euro 2024 Qualification Despite England Loss

October 18, 2023 Akhil Fisher England, Euro 2032, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A

Luciano Spalletti tasted the first defeat of his Azzurri career, as England emerged from a goal down to win 3-1 at Wembley, with Harry Kane’s brace and Marcus Rashford doing the job for the Three Lions. The defeat puts the Azzurri’s path to Euro 2024 in jeopardy, but Spalletti is confident in his side’s ability to pull through and qualify.

Italy complicated their path to the Euro 2024 by losing to England at Wembley Stadium on Tuesday. They are still in control of their own destiny.

Italy Need to Finish Strong to Qualify for Euro 2024

October 18, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, The Azzurri

Italy complicated their path to the Euro 2024 by losing to England at Wembley Stadium on Tuesday. They are still in control of their own destiny but will need positive results against North Macedonia and Ukraine to be certain. The Azzurri are now three points behind second place.

Sandro Tonali was questioned for two and a half hours by the Turin’s DA office on Tuesday and admitted to betting on football matches too.

Tonali Might Be in a Worse Position Compared to Fagioli

October 18, 2023 Enrico Passarella Aston Villa, Italian Football, Italy, Newcastle United, Premier League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, The Azzurri

Sandro Tonali was questioned for two and a half hours by the Turin’s DA office on Tuesday and admitted to betting on football matches too. He had reached out to the sports prosecutor in previous days as well to expedite the procedure that will lead to a plea bargain.

Italy Player Ratings vs England: Spalletti Pays For Defensive Atrocities

October 17, 2023 Michel Sakr England, Euro 2024, Italian Football, Italy, Player Ratings, Serie A

The visitors completely lost the plot in the second half as Marcus Rashford put the Three Lions ahead while Kane returned to seal the win by bagging a personal brace. So here are our player ratings for Italy who now find themselves in an uncomfortable spot in the Euro 2024 qualifying group after losing 1-3 at the hands of England.

England vs Italy 3-1: Wasteful Azzurri Throw Euro 2024 Hopes into Doubt

October 17, 2023 Marko Vrakela England, Euro 2024, Italy, Player Ratings, Serie A

Italy let an early lead slip through their fingers as England pulled off a convincing comeback to run out 3-1 victors in a mouth-watering Euro 2024 qualifier. A disastrous night at Wembley Stadium cast a cloud of uncertainty on the Italians' hopes of getting a chance to defend their continental crown.

Italian Football Federation president Gabriele Gravina believes FIFA should intervene in Saudi Arabia’s stance on overloading finances with to lure stars.

FIGC President Gravina: “Italy Should Seize Euro 2032 Opportunity”

October 17, 2023 Akhil Fisher Euro 2032, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A

FIGC President Gabriele Gravina has admitted to Italy lagging behind in state-of-the-art stadiums, but is hopeful for the future, especially after the recent inauguration of Fiorentina’s Viola Park.

England vs Italy: Euro 2024 Qualifiers Preview, Lineups & Prediction

October 17, 2023 Marko Vrakela England, Euro 2024, Italy, Serie A

It's crunch time in London as England and Italy face off against each other in a mouth-watering UEFA European Championship 2024 qualifier at Wembley Stadium. Let’s look at our match preview for this contest.

Antonio Conte Points Out England Weak Spots Ahead of Euro 2020 Final

Conte Hints at Potential Napoli or Roma Managerial Role

October 16, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Italy, Juventus, Napoli, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Antonio Conte was head-hunted by Aurelio De Laurentiis in a bid to replace Rudi Garcia on the bench, but the ex-Tottenham Hotspur manager respectfully turned down the offer. However, he has not ruled out coaching Napoli in the future, or perhaps even Roma.

Berardi made a brilliant comeback to the national team after missing out in September due to injury, as he knocked a brace against Malta in the 4-0 victory.

Spalletti Notes Berardi Scope for Improvement Despite Brace

October 16, 2023 Akhil Fisher Euro 2024, Italian Football, Italy, Sassuolo, Serie A

Domenico Berardi made a brilliant comeback to the national team after missing out in September due to injury, as he knocked in two strikes against Malta in Italy’s 4-0 victory. Azzurri boss Luciano Spalletti was full of praise after the Sassuolo winger’s match-winning performance but urged his improvement.

Matias Soulé was reportedly up for sale last summer but preferred going out on loan rather than leaving permanently. His stubborness will help Juventus.

Italy Boss Keeping Close Tabs on High-Performing Serie A Duo

October 15, 2023 Marko Vrakela Italy, Juventus, Monza, Serie A

Italy manager Luciano Spalletti has opened the door to Matias Soule and Andrea Colpani's national team introductions. Both players have been impressive for Frosinone and Monza, respectively, at the start of the new Serie A campaign.

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