Italy Under-21

Danilo Cataldi thanks Lazio for allowing him “a balanced path of growth” and reveals his idols. The 21-year-old has become a fixture in the Biancocelesti midfield, making four starts in…

Daniele Rugani’s agent admits he’s “on the bench a lot at Juventus”, and doesn’t rule out a Napoli move. The defender returned to the Bianconeri this summer, having been co-owned…

Davide Calabria admits “the current situation at Milan is not good” after two defeats in a row. The Rossoneri were thrashed 4-0 at home by Napoli on Sunday night, piling…

Milan’s Davide Calabria has been named in the Italy Under-21 squad to face Slovenia and Ireland. The Azzurrini will play two qualifiers for the European Under-21 Championships this month, and…

Daniele Rugani and Alessio Romagnoli start in central defence for Italy Under-21s against Slovenia. The Azzurrini meet their neighbours in a Euro 2017 qualifier, with star striker Domenico Berardi ruled…

Former Udinese Coach Andrea Strammaccioni has reportedly rejected offers from Olympiacos and the Italian Under-21 side. The tactician was dismissed at the end of last season, having taken the Zebrette…

Francesco Bardi’s agent claims there is ‘interest in Italy and abroad’ for Inter prospect Francesco Bardi. The goalkeeper represented Italy’s Under-21 side at the European Championships in the Czech Republic,…

Stefano Sturaro has apologised for his ‘unacceptable behaviour’ after being sent off for Italy’s Under-21 side. The Juventus midfielder was dismissed in yesterday’s European Championships match with Sweden after striking…

Italy Under-21 boss Gigi Di Biagio said Stefano Sturaro showed 'a naivety which is not like him’ in being sent off against Sweden. The Juventus midfielder was dismissed during the…

Italy Under-21s dominated possession, but were defeated 2-1 by Sweden, with Stefano Sturaro seeing red in the second half. Luigi Di Biagio’s side kicked off their European Championships campaign in…

Domenico Berardi starts up front for Luigi Di Biagio’s Italy Under-21s in their opening match of the European Championships. The Azzurrini take on Sweden in the third match of the…

Daniele Rugani insists the Italy Under-21 side is going to the Czech Republic to win the European Championships. Luigi Di Biagio’s Azzurrini have been drawn with England, Portugal and Sweden,…

Under-21 Coach Gigi Di Biagio says Italy 'must improve' after their 1-0 defeat to Serbia, and admits they 'did not play well'. The Azzurrini failed to replicate their strong performance…

An uninspired Italy Under-21 side held their own against Serbia until Domenico Berardi's red card left them a man down, leading to a dire 1-0 defeat. The Azzurrini might have…

Italy started slow, picked up the pace, but eventually lost their lead to a German penalty in the last few minutes, ending 2-2. Coach Gigi Di Biagio had already warned…

Italy Under-21 goalkeeper Francesco Bardi is proud to be part of a great generation of young No.1s. The new Chievo shot-stopper is currently with the Azzurrini as they prepare to…

Luigi Di Biagio was pleased with the performance of his Italy Under-21 side this evening. The Azzurrini beat Montenegro 4-0 in Castel di Sangro, and despite it only being a…

Italy’s Under-21s have beaten Montenegro in today’s friendly encounter at Castel di Sangro. The Azzurrini hosted the eastern European nation in preparation for September’s European qualifying clash with Serbia. Italy’s…

Italy Under-21 boss Luigi Di Biagio has asked his players for ‘a nice performance, maybe even a victory’ tomorrow. Italy Under-21 boss Luigi Di Biagio has asked his players for…