Sabella has ‘one eye’ on Tevez
Argentina Coach Alejandro Sabella has admitted that Carlos Tevez will be hard to ignore if he continues scoring for Juventus. The striker has netted twice for the Bianconeri since his…
Argentina Coach Alejandro Sabella has admitted that Carlos Tevez will be hard to ignore if he continues scoring for Juventus. The striker has netted twice for the Bianconeri since his…
Gianluigi Buffon has praised fellow goalkeeper Federico Marchetti, but has admitted that Italy deserved to lose to Argentina. Gianluigi Buffon has praised fellow goalkeeper Federico Marchetti, but has admitted that…
Giorgio Chiellini believes a difference in fitness levels was one of the main reasons why Italy lost 2-1 to Argentina on Wednesday. “Argentina have some really good players in attack,”…
Marco Verratti admits he is “not satisfied with my performance” after Italy’s 2-1 friendly defeat to Argentina. “I had some problems in my calf at the end. It’s tough to…
Alessandro Diamanti insisted he is “not a saviour” after another impressive performance as an Italy substitute. The Bologna talent came off the bench and helped transform the Azzurri in their…
President Aurelio De Laurentiis blasted Pablo Daniel Osvaldo. “He’s not good enough for Italy, let alone Napoli.” President Aurelio De Laurentiis blasted Pablo Daniel Osvaldo. “He’s not good enough for…
Claudio Marchisio rued a bad start against Argentina and outlined what Italy need to be ready for the World Cup. “Argentina have a lot of quality and great players who…
Federico Marchetti performed two spectacular saves in Italy’s 2-1 loss to Argentina, but isn’t taking his Azzurri place for granted. “The first half we struggled a little and were not…
Lorenzo Insigne confessed to “a wonderful sensation” scoring his debut Italy senior goal and working with Gonzalo Higuain. Lorenzo Insigne confessed to “a wonderful sensation” scoring his debut Italy senior…
Cesare Prandelli praised Argentina’s quality, Lorenzo Insigne’s character and Daniele De Rossi’s centre-back role. Cesare Prandelli praised Argentina’s quality, Lorenzo Insigne’s character and Daniele De Rossi’s centre-back role. Gonzalo Higuain…
Lorenzo Insigne scored a magnificent senior Italy debut, but new Napoli striker Gonzalo Higuain gave Argentina a 2-1 victory. Lorenzo Insigne scored a magnificent senior Italy debut, but new Napoli…
Italy host Argentina in Rome tonight for an international friendly organised to honour Pope Francis. Both teams met with His Holiness in the Vatican on Tuesday, are staying in the…
Italy boss Cesare Prandelli is expected to use a 4-3-2-1 formation in Wednesday’s international friendly against Argentina. Having first fielded the system in the recent Confederations Cup, the tactician is…
Paris Saint-Germain youngster Marco Verratti has been handed the No 10 shirt for tonight’s international friendly between Italy and Argentina. Paris Saint-Germain youngster Marco Verratti has been handed the No…
Cesare Prandelli “was struck by” the Pope’s comments to the Italy and Argentina squads ahead of tomorrow’s friendly. Both teams paid a joint visit to the Vatican today to meet…
After Mario Balotelli and Leo Messi, it’s rumoured Erik Lamela is also in doubt for tomorrow’s Italy-Argentina. After Mario Balotelli and Leo Messi, it’s rumoured Erik Lamela is also in…
Leo Messi is out of Italy-Argentina due to injury, but he was inspired by meeting Pope Francis. “Respect is the basis of everything.” The two squads met with the Pontiff…
Both Mario Balotelli and Lionel Messi are out of Wednesday’s Italy-Argentina friendly. Balotelli picked up a slight knee problem on Monday and has been sent home, as he does not…
Gigi Buffon praised the Pope for “helping us to be better,” while Mario Balotelli was visibly moved by their private meeting. Gigi Buffon praised the Pope for “helping us to…
Pope Francis met with the Italy and Argentina squads ahead of tomorrow’s game. “Luckily it’s a friendly, otherwise I wouldn’t know who to support!” The Pope is from Argentina, but…