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Lazio Sweating Over First-Team Star’s Fitness Ahead of Sassuolo Clash

October 15, 2023 Marko Vrakela Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Lazio goalkeeper Ivan Provedel is reportedly facing a race against time to make himself available for the upcoming clash against Sassuolo. According to Corriere dello Sport (via LazioNews24), the 29-year-old shot-stopper suffers from a hematoma in his pelvis, an injury he picked up during the Champions League game against Celtic.

Fiorentina beat Genoa 4-1 in the opener, as Bonaventura played a vital role - a first four-goal win in an away season debut for the first time since 1956.

Bonaventura Jokes After Finding Italy Breakthrough Against Malta

October 15, 2023 Marko Vrakela Euro 2024, Fiorentina, Italy, Serie A

Fiorentina talisman Giacomo Bonaventura kicked off a spectacle at Stadio San Nicola in Bari as Italy thrashed Malta 4-0 in a must-win Euro 2024 qualifier. Back to the national team after a three-year hiatus, the 34-year-old slotted home a spectacular shot from long range to open the scoring, setting the tone for a goal fest in Puglia.

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.

Italy Player Ratings vs Malta: Berardi Goes Nuclear

October 14, 2023 Marko Vrakela Euro 2024, Italy, Player Ratings, Serie A

Despite several injury and suspension setbacks, Italy sailed past continental minnows Malta 4-0 at Stadio San Nicola on Saturday night. A landslide victory over the Mediterranean whipping boys has solidified Gli Azzurri's grip on the UEFA European Championship 2024 qualification.

Luciano Spalletti will not operate outside the norm in his first decisions, as Ciro Immobile has been tapped to be the new Italy captain.

Lazio Talisman Regrets Turning Down Saudi Approaches This Summer

October 14, 2023 Marko Vrakela Italy, Lazio, Serie A

Lazio talisman Ciro Immobile is no longer convinced about his long-term prospects at the Stadio Olimpico after a troubled start to the season. In his latest interview with Il Messaggero, the injury-plagued striker admitted he could move to Saudi Arabia in the upcoming transfer window.

Nicolò Zaniolo had a fine performance against Ukraine in his first start with the Azzurri in a while. He hailed the result.

Under-Fire Italy Star Confirms Involvement in Underground Gambling

October 14, 2023 Marko Vrakela Italy, Serie A

Italy stars Nicolo Zaniolo and Sandro Tonali are at the center of another betting scandal just when their Premier League careers started to gain momentum. Both players have withdrawn from the national team's camp ahead of pivotal Euro 2024 qualifiers against Malta and England.

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

October 13, 2023 Marko Vrakela Euro 2024, International Football, Italy, Serie A

Stadio San Nicola is the venue as Italy and Malta go head-to-head in Saturday's UEFA Euro 2024 qualifier. Let’s look at our match preview for this contest.

Italy qualified for Euro 2024 by the skin of their teeth avoiding the playoff. Their title defense will likely face big obstacles right from the get-go.

Spalletti Tackles Gambling Controversy and Exclusions

October 13, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Italy, Juventus, Serie A, The Azzurri

Luciano Spalletti addressed the unusual last few days at the Coverciano training center following the Nicolò Zaniolo and Sandro Tonali cases: “It was a tough night. There’s always angst when you need to obtain results. It was different, and there’s a lot of bitterness for what happened."

Luciano Spalletti has called up Stephan El Shaarawy to replace Nicolò Zaniolo, who left Coverciano along with Sandro Tonali.

Roma Attacker Makes His Italy Return After Two Years

October 13, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Napoli, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Torino

Luciano Spalletti has called up Stephan El Shaarawy to replace Nicolò Zaniolo, who left Coverciano along with Sandro Tonali after being questioned by the police about illegal gambling. The midfielder hasn’t been replaced yet. The Roma forward makes his Azzurri return after two years.

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.

Illegal Gambling Case Expands to Tonali and Zaniolo

October 12, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Aston Villa, Italian Football, Newcastle United, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Two Italy and Premier League stars, Sandro Tonali and Nicolò Zaniolo, have been excused by the Azzurri and after the police showed up at the Coverciano HQ to notify them of the investigation on illegal gambling. The two talked with the detectives for a while accompanied by delegation leader Gianluigi Buffon.

After omitting Orsolini from his initial squad for Italy’s qualifiers, Spalletti called upon the Bologna star following fitness concerns with others.

Spalletti Reveals Why He Rang Orsolini After Initial Omission

October 11, 2023 Akhil Fisher Bologna, Euro 2024, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A

After omitting Riccardo Orsolini from his initial 27-man squad for Italy’s upcoming UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifier matches against Malta and England respectively, Luciano Spalletti called upon the Bologna star following fitness problems with Mattia Zaccagni and Federico Chiesa.

Dusan Vlahovic and Federico Chiesa sat out the Derby and will look to utilize the break to heal up and be present for the pivotal clash with Milan.

Juventus Duo Look to Recover During International Break

October 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Italy, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, The Azzurri

Dusan Vlahovic and Federico Chiesa sat out the Derby della Mole with minor injuries, and they’ll look to utilize the break to heal up and be present for the pivotal clash with Milan on October 22nd. The Serb withdrew from international duties while his teammate will consult with the Italy doctors.

Milan, Turin and Rome are expected to fill three of the five slots for Euro 2032, but it will a while for the other cities' projects to take shape.

Italy and Turkey Officialized as Joint Euro 2032 Hosts

October 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Euro 2032, Italy, Serie A, The Azzurri, UEFA

As widely expected, UEFA announced that Italy and Turkey will host Euro 2032 together, marking the return of a major event to the Peninsula since the 1990 World Cup. Federal president Gabriele Gravina rejoiced: “It’s a historic event for us. We had been chasing it. Forty-two years is the right time."

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