Prandelli: ‘Changes against Japan’
Cesare Prandelli admits “there could be two, three or even four” changes as Italy face Japan in the Confederations Cup on Wednesday night. Cesare Prandelli admits “there could be two,…
Cesare Prandelli admits “there could be two, three or even four” changes as Italy face Japan in the Confederations Cup on Wednesday night. Cesare Prandelli admits “there could be two,…
Daniele De Rossi is concerned by Shinji Kagawa of Japan, but explains why he plays better for the Azzurri than for Roma. “There is nothing to clarify,” stated the midfielder…
Italy could introduce Alberto Aquilani and Christian Maggio to the starting XI for their Confederations Cup match with Japan. The Azzurri won their Group A opener 2-1 against Mexico and…
Japan manager Alberto Zaccheroni can’t deny “it’s a special game” against Italy in the Confederations Cup tomorrow. The former Milan, Inter and Juventus Coach takes on his homeland at 23.00…
The referee for Italy’s Confederations Cup match with Japan is Argentinean Diego Abal, while Howard Webb officiates Brazil-Mexico. Group A continues on Wednesday evening with Italy-Japan kicking off at 23.00…
Japan captain Makoto Hasebe has praised Andrea Pirlo ahead of their game against Italy on Wednesday. Japan captain Makoto Hasebe has praised Andrea Pirlo ahead of their game against Italy…
Brazil beat Alberto Zaccheroni’s Japan 3-0 in the Confederations Cup opener, as Italy face Mexico on Sunday. The hosts opened the tournament in Brasilia with traditional style, as it took…
Japan open the Confederations Cup against hosts Brazil today and Coach Alberto Zaccheroni warns “it’s not a foregone conclusion.” The Asian Cup winners face the Seleçao in Brasilia at 20.00…
Italy legend Roberto Baggio praised Cesare Prandelli for his “great work” ahead of the Confederations Cup. Italy legend Roberto Baggio praised Cesare Prandelli for his “great work” ahead of the…
Italy Coach Cesare Prandelli warns their Confederations Cup group with Brazil, Mexico and Japan “is tough, but we will be prepared.” The Azzurri were placed in Group A for the…
Italy will face hosts Brazil, Mexico and Alberto Zaccheroni’s Japan in the Confederations Cup in June 2013. The Azzurri are included as representatives of Europe, having finished runners-up to World…
Alessandro Del Piero returned to the field for a charity match in Japan, but admits “I still don’t know where I will play next season and it won’t be an…
Alessandro Del Piero returned to the field for a charity match in Japan, but admits “I still don’t know where I will play next season and it won’t be an…
Italy have announced international friendlies against Giovanni Trapattoni's Republic of Ireland and Alberto Zaccheroni's Japan. “After the Euro 2012 qualifier with Estonia on June 3, we are planning a friendly…
Alberto Zaccheroni is convinced Japan will rise again following the earthquake and tsunami that caused devastation last week. The Italian tactician returned home today after experiencing the natural disaster first…
Inter full-back Yuto Nagatomo explained how he felt playing on the night of the tragedy in Japan. “I was distraught.” His homeland was hit by one of the strongest earthquakes…
Japan Coach Alberto Zaccheroni described his terror during the earthquake. “It was like being on a bouncy castle. Everything was swaying.” The country was hit by an earthquake that at…
Catania striker Takayuki Morimoto is relieved that his family are OK after the earthquake in Japan. The quake, which measured 8.5 in magnitude, triggered a massive tsunami 250 miles north-east…
Japan Coach Alberto Zaccheroni described his terror during the earthquake. “It was like being on a bouncy castle. Everything was swaying.” The country was hit by an earthquake that at…
Alberto Zaccheroni has taken Japan to triumph in the Asian Cup, beating Australia 1-0 in extra time. The former Milan, Inter, Lazio and Juventus Coach has found success in his…