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AC Milan

/ 336 days ago

Sandro Tonali could miss rest of season due to betting on Milan

Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali has reportedly admitted to betting on soccer matches. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, the Italian star made the admission during a recent meeting with Turin-based prosecutors. The report claims that Tonali gambled on AC Milan games while he was with the team. Tonali previously made an initial loan move to […]

England

/ 337 days ago

England secures spot in Euro 2024 with Wembley win over Italy

England locked up a spot in Euro 2024 on Tuesday with a come-from-behind win over Italy. In a rematch of the Euro 2020 Final, England picked up its first win over Italy on English soil since the 1970s. Harry Kane scored a brace and Marcus Rashford scored as well to offset an early deficit. The […]

Italy

/ 337 days ago

Sandro Tonali has an addiction to gambling, says player's agent

The agent of Sandro Tonali has come forward to say that his player has a gambling addiction. Tonali recently exited the Italy national team prematurely during a probe analyzing bets. He is one of three players currently under fire for placing bets. However, there is still no information on the sporting integrity of these claimed […]

Euro 2024

/ 338 days ago

Europe closes October break with busy Tuesday schedule

Much of the focus over the October international break has been on Europe. There, the majority of teams partook in Euro 2024 qualifying. Some of the elite sides secured a spot in the tournament proper courtesy of wins during October. For example, Spain and Scotland earned a spot in Germany. Also, Belgium, France, Portugal, Turkey […]

Italy

/ 341 days ago

Tonali, Zaniolo leave Italy team amid investigation

Sandro Tonali and Nicolo Zaniolo have departed the Italy national team setup due to an ongoing gambling investigation in the country. The star midfield duo was notified of the police inquiry by a prosecutor on Thursday. Both players were at the Italy team headquarters when they received the news. The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) confirmed […]

Italy

/ 343 days ago

Juve midfielder faces ban amid illegal gambling probe

Juventus midfielder Nicolo Fagioli could face a ban similar to his teammate Paul Pogba, as he is currently under investigation for illegal gambling. The midfielder is allegedly at the center of a probe surrounding illegal online betting platforms. Italian chief prosecutor in Turin, Enrica Gabetta, confirmed the investigation but did not divulge any other information. […]

Euro 2032

/ 344 days ago

Mediterranean nations Italy and Turkey to host Euro 2032

The UEFA executive committee has officially picked Italy and Turkey as co-hosts for Euro 2032. The decision ultimately became straightforward after the duo dropped out of contention for the 2028 Euros. Along with naming the host nations for the 2032 tournament, UEFA also revealed that the United Kingdom and Ireland will host Euro 2028. Italy […]

Italy

/ 378 days ago

Serie A considers direct-to-consumer streaming platform

With the new season underway, Italy's premier league, Serie A, is at a critical juncture regarding its broadcasting and streaming rights. Current rights expire at the end of the 2023/24 season. With bids coming in below the League’s target, there is now talk of Serie A launching its own service. Broadcasters failing to meet Serie […]

Italy

/ 382 days ago

Luciano Spalletti: Italy's problems and how he may fix them

Last month, the Italian Football Federation confirmed that Luciano Spalletti will be taking over as the new Italy coach. Roberto Mancini, who had been manager for five years, resigned and was replaced by the former Napoli boss. The 64-year-old has a lengthy club management resume that includes stints as manager of Roma and Inter and […]

Claudio Ranieri

/ 386 days ago

Claudio Ranieri mocks Mancini for taking Saudi Arabia job

Prominent Italian manager Claudio Ranieri had choice words for Roberto Mancini, who recently took over the Saudi Arabia national team job. Mancini was the manager of the Italian national team. However, he stepped down just before Italy continued its UEFA Euro 2024 qualifying in September. Speaking to Supertele, Ranieri said the riches of Saudi Arabia […]

Italy

/ 401 days ago

Spalletti to succeed Mancini as Italy boss but issue emerges

Luciano Spalletti requested a year-long sabbatical for this season, but he may be taking over at Italy. Fresh off leading Napoli to the Scudetto, Spalletti looks ready to take over as head coach of the Italy national team. Former head coach Roberto Mancini resigned on August 13 with the side in the middle of Euro […]

Italy

/ 402 days ago

Mancini resigns from Italy: Who will succeed him?

Roberto Mancini, Italy's manager for the last five years, has resigned. The 58-year-old was responsible for guiding the Italy national team through a period of both remarkable triumph and noteworthy struggle. After a five-year tenure with the Azzurri, Mancini made his decision official on Saturday evening, ending a relationship that witnessed highs and lows. Several […]

Everton

/ 403 days ago

Leeds to punish star player over refusal to play and transfer push

Wilfried Gnonto, a winger for Leeds United, faces discipline for skipping the team's match against Birmingham City on Saturday. The Italian international is trying to force a transfer by not traveling with the team and is now risking punishment. Leeds had previously communicated to Gnonto and his agents that he won't be up for sale […]

Italy

/ 409 days ago

Bad news for Italy and Serie A: Worst financial loss in 15 years

Recent research has highlighted the alarming financial state of Serie A and Italian soccer in general. Even with foreign investors pouring millions into teams like AC Milan and Roma in recent years, Italian clubs have experienced their greatest total financial loss in fifteen years. AC Milan the model club Under Elliott Management and now RedBird […]

Gianluigi Buffon

/ 413 days ago

Italian soccer's legendary goalkeeper to call it quits at 45

After a remarkable 28-year career, Gianluigi Buffon announced his retirement from Parma and the beautiful game. In the past, the 45-year-old said he plans to stay playing until the 2026 World Cup. Also, Buffon added that he aims to finish out his contract with Parma. That deal expires in June 2024. However, the experienced goalie […]