Zaza: ‘Italy like a tank’
Simone Zaza called for Italy to be “like a tank” at Euro 2016, “then we’ve got the players who can turn a game.” The Juventus striker spoke to Rai Sport…
Simone Zaza called for Italy to be “like a tank” at Euro 2016, “then we’ve got the players who can turn a game.” The Juventus striker spoke to Rai Sport…
Pierluigi Collina visited the Italy squad today to explain the new refereeing approach at Euro 2016. “It’s important we all speak the same language on the pitch.” The UEFA refereeing…
Cristian Zaccardo looks back on Italy’s triumphant 2006 World Cup campaign in an exclusive interview, including that own goal. “I can joke about it now.” The Carpi defender spoke to…
Marco Parolo believes Italy will “prove people wrong” at Euro 2016 and tips birthday boy Lorenzo Insigne to be “decisive.” The Lazio midfielder spoke at a Press conference from Italy’s…
Cristian Zaccardo believes Francesco Totti and Giacomo Bonaventura should be at Euro 2016 in an exclusive interview. The Carpi defender spoke to Football-Italia.net about what decisions he would make in…
Francesco Guidolin is sure Antonio Conte will do well at Chelsea. “He’s young and intelligent,” said the Swansea boss. Guidolin will be one of four Italian tacticians in the Premier…
Thomas Vermaelen is an injury doubt to face Italy after the Belgium defender pulled up with a calf problem. The Barcelona centre-back is definitely out of tomorrow’s friendly against Norway,…
Antonio Conte is the second highest paid Coach at Euro 2016 behind England’s Roy Hodgson, but Leonid Slutsky is working on commission. Conte will end his two-year tenure on the…
Giampiero Ventura will reportedly meet with FIGC President Carlo Tavecchio today about succeeding Antonio Conte as Italy Coach. According to Il Corriere dello Sport, Ventura will agree a two-year contract…
Italy’s XI for Euro 2016 may have leaked as the country’s Press are adamant Antonio Conte will use the same team that beat Scotland 1-0 last Sunday. According to Tuttomercatoweb,…
Antonio Conte says Carlo Ancelotti is “a great brother” to him as he tells Chelsea fans the most important English he has learned. “I like the verb, to fight.” Conte…
Antonio Conte confesses “I’m not happy that Andrea Pirlo isn’t here” in his Italy squad for Euro 2016 as he seeks “offensive and attractive” football in France. Pirlo was left…
Italy boss Antonio Conte admits “it isn’t a good moment for our football” as he rued the lack of “strong young players” in his Euro 2016 squad. Speaking to BBC…
Daniele De Rossi revealed “tension” between Luciano Spalletti and Francesco Totti in the Roma dressing room as he could see himself retiring in the United States. Speaking at an Italy…
Daniele De Rossi admits Italy “miss” Andrea Pirlo as he dared Thiago Motta’s No 10 critics “to dribble with him and see his excellent technique”. De Rossi was speaking at…
Daniele De Rossi assures “my physical condition is excellent” as he reflected on Italy’s Euro 2016 preparations. “It’s probably the hardest I’ve ever worked”. De Rossi was selected for the…
Graziano Pellè is back in training with Italy after interrupting yesterday’s session with a right knee problem. The Southampton striker put hearts in mouths when limping off during the training…
Italy have climbed three places in the FIFA World Rankings, while Argentina replaced Belgium as the Number One team. The Azzurri had been in 15th spot, but have gone up…
Stefano Sturaro was picked for Italy’s Euro 2016 squad because “he’s got more petrol in the tank,” said the Juventus midfielder’s agent. He was a surprise choice for the final…
Claudio Ranieri is “convinced Italy will do well” at Euro 2016 and backs Giampiero Ventura as the next Coach. The Leicester City manager spoke to reporters after an event in…