Morata: ‘BBC world’s best defenders’
Alvaro Morata called the Italy and Juventus back line “the best defenders in the world, as it’s almost impossible to score past them.” The Euro 2016 clash between Italy and…
Alvaro Morata called the Italy and Juventus back line “the best defenders in the world, as it’s almost impossible to score past them.” The Euro 2016 clash between Italy and…
Leonardo Bonucci admits he had a “Sword of Damocles” hanging over him in the form of a yellow card during Italy’s defeat to Ireland. The Juventus defender is one card…
Leonardo Bonucci and Andrea Barzagli will reportedly start for Italy against the Republic of Ireland, as some reserves didn’t impress. It kicks off in Lille on Wednesday at 20.00 UK…
Chelsea are apparently willing to offer €40m for Juventus' Leonardo Bonucci and €30m for Lazio's Antonio Candreva. The central defender and the winger have been among Italy's most impressive players…
Daniele De Rossi believes the Italy defence is “the best in the world”. Fielding the Juventus ‘BBC’ backline of Andrea Barzagli, Leonardo Bonucci and Giorgio Chiellini, the Azzurri haven’t allowed…
Leonardo Bonucci replied to Simone Padoin’s farewell message by calling him “an example to everyone” at Juventus. The midfielder is heading to newly-promoted Cagliari and wrote goodbye to the fans…
Slovakia and Napoli star Marek Hamsik is impressed by Italy: 'I didn't expect such a team of fighters!' The midfielder has a special relationship with the Azzurri, having played in…
Gigi Buffon warns Italy “historically have problems” in the second game of a major tournament. The Azzurri beat Belgium 2-0 in their first match of Euro 2016, but the captain…
Coach Max Allegri says he prefers the Juventus BBC trio to Lionel Messi, whilst defending Paul Pogba's behaviour with France. The Coach released an interview during a children's training camp…
Italy's four players with a yellow card must hang on until the quarter-finals, when their card record will be cleared. Giorgio Chiellini, Leonardo Bonucci, Eder and Thiago Motta were all…
Leonardo Bonucci explained his Pirlo-esque pass and the importance of repetition in training as Italy beat Belgium 2-0. His ball over the top was turned into the opening goal by…
Leonardo Bonucci admits Italy are “less frightening” but aims “to get to at least the Quarter-Finals”. The Azzurri kick-off their Euro 2016 campaign tonight when they take on Belgium in…
Leonardo Bonucci called Italy Coach Antonio Conte “a hammer” as they prepare for Belgium. “Everything we do in training has a reason.” The Juventus defender spoke to the official UEFA…
Alessandro Del Piero says Thiago Motta taking the Azzurri's #10 is 'not a problem', whilst discussing the Juventus block. Coach Antonio Conte's decisions ahead of Euro 2016 stirred some controversy,…
Giorgio Chiellini warns Italy that “from June 13, every game will be crucial” as they prepare for Euro 2016. The Azzurri flew out to Montpellier this afternoon for the European…
Leonardo Bonucci describes his Juventus and Italy teammates Andrea Barzagli and Giorgio Chiellini as “bulldogs”. The three form the ‘BBC’ three-man defence which will be deployed at Euro 2016, and…
Italy CT Antonio Conte says having the Juventus defence at his disposal is “definitely an advantage”. Having worked with the famous BBC - Andrea Barzagli, Leonardo Bonucci and Giorgio Chiellini…
Manchester City and Manchester United have joined Chelsea in the race to take Leonardo Bonucci from Juventus, say reports. Azzurri Coach Antonio Conte is expected to try and take his…
Leonardo Bonucci, Andrea Barzagli and Giorgio Chiellini joked as they prepared for Italy’s Euro 2016 journey. The Juventus trio are also the rocks in the back three for the Azzurri.…
Italy defender Leonardo Bonucci wants to “turn this initial skepticism into joy” at Euro 2016. The Azzurri head into the tournament in France this summer without two first-choice midfielders in…