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/ 1 day ago

Paolo Maldini reveals why Guardiola rejected Italy coach offer and why he stepped back after president blocked Pirlo signing

While addressing why he decided to step back from Italy's sporting director role after the president blocked Andrea Pirlo's signing, Paolo Maldini revealed that the money wasn't the reason why Pep Guardiola rejected the coach offer.
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/ 12 days ago

Carlo Ancelotti reveals why he rejected Italy FA interest to remain Brazil coach

Despite being reached out with a juicy offer, Carlo Ancelotti revealed why he decided to stay at Brazil instead of turning into Italy's head coach.
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/ 13 days ago

Paolo Maldini’s Italy future in doubt after president Giovanni Malagò confirms Roberto Mancini as head coach

After Andrea Pirlo was ruled out, Italian Soccer Federation president Giovanni Malagò confirmed Roberto Mancini as the new head coach. As a result, Paolo Maldini's future in Italy is in doubt, with another Italian legend as a possible replacement.
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/ 14 days ago

Report: Andrea Pirlo will not take Italy head coach spot, leading Paolo Maldini to resign as technical director

After Pep Guardiola's rejection, Italy appeared to be turning to Andrea Pirlo as their new head coach for the rebuild. However, the Italian legend revealed that he will no longer be an option, reportedly leading Paolo Maldini to resign as technical director.
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/ 17 days ago

Pep Guardiola’s rejection leaves the door open for Andrea Pirlo to become new Italy head coach

Andrea Pirlo could be close to becoming Italy's new head coach, following Pep Guardiola's rejected offer.
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/ 17 days ago

Pep Guardiola turns down Italy job due to unexpected reason, with Paolo Maldini forced to look elsewhere

Italy's federation now faces the challenge of finding another elite manager capable of restoring the national team to the top of world soccer.
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/ 18 days ago

Report: Pep Guardiola demands €20M salary to consider Italy job amid negotiations with Paolo Maldini

Over the last few days, Paolo Maldini and Italian Soccer Federation president Giovanni Malagò have revealed that they are in negotiations with Pep Guardiola. However, the legendary head coach is reportedly set to reject the offer, requesting a salary of €20 million.
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/ 18 days ago

Paolo Maldini reveals talks with Brazil boss Carlo Ancelotti over Italy head coach vacancy

New Italy technical director Paolo Maldini has revealed talks with Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti to take over the vacancy at the Azzurri.
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World Cup

/ 19 days ago

Italy FA president Giovanni Malago confirms talks with Pep Guardiola after World Cup disaster

After failing to qualify to the last World Cup, Italy FA president Giovanni Malago confirmed the talks with Pep Guardiola to turn into the next head coach.
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/ 21 days ago

Report: Paolo Maldini steps up talks to convince Pep Guardiola to become Italy’s next head coach

After leaving Manchester City as a free agent, Pep Guardiola’s future has been surrounded by rumors. Taking advantage of this opportunity, Paolo Maldini has taken concrete steps to convince the Spaniard to become Italy’s new head coach as part of the national team’s rebuild.
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World Cup

/ 24 days ago

Every FIFA World Cup final in history: Results, scores and host countries

The full list of finals in World Cup history with the scores, the stadiums and the hosts.
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World Cup

/ 58 days ago

‘Italy should look for an Italian’: Mbappe shuts down speculation over Deschamps’ future after France exit

France star Kylian Mbappe has dismissed rumors linking Didier Deschamps with the Italy national team job.
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World Cup

/ 61 days ago

Why Italy is missing the 2026 World Cup

The biggest missing team at the 2026 World Cup is Italy after their failed qualifiers.
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World Cup

/ 62 days ago

List of World Cup winners by year: Every champion since 1930

Only eight different national teams have won the FIFA World Cup in nearly a century since the tournament's inaugural edition.
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/ 63 days ago

Report: Roberto Mancini set to take over as Italy national team head coach amid crucial rebuild phase

After failing to qualify for a World Cup for the third consecutive time, Italy embarked on a rebuilding process of their sporting project. As the new leader of that project, they have reportedly chosen Roberto Mancini to become the national team’s head coach.