The world of football is often marked by extraordinary talents who leave an indelible mark on the sport. One such figure was Salvatore “Toto” Schillaci, whose recent passing has generated an outpouring of grief and nostalgia among fans and players alike. At the age of 59, Schillaci succumbed to complications from colon cancer, a battle
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Newcastle United recently made an announcement regarding the potential return of Sandro Tonali to competitive football following a 10-month ban for gambling rule violations in Italy. The midfielder, who is 24 years old, could make his comeback in the game against Tottenham on Sept. 1. Sandro Tonali was initially banned by the Italian Football Federation
Arsenal made a surprising move in the transfer market by signing Riccardo Calafiori from Bologna for a hefty £42 million. This signing marks the end of a month-long pursuit for the 22-year-old defender’s signature. Calafiori had an impressive season with Bologna, helping the club secure a spot in the Champions League for the first time
Despite Italy’s disappointing exit from Euro 2024 at the hands of Switzerland, head coach Luciano Spalletti will retain his position, according to Gabriele Gavrina, the head of the Italian FA. In a news conference held on Sunday, Gavrina expressed full trust in Spalletti and confirmed that the project with him at the helm will continue.
Italy’s performance at Euro 2024 left much to be desired, especially considering they were the defending champions. The 2-0 loss to Switzerland in the round-of-16 was a harsh wake-up call for both the team and coach Luciano Spalletti. While some shortcomings can be attributed to player fatigue and form, it is evident that there were
Following the Euro 2024 match with Italy, Croatia has been fined a hefty amount of €105,000 by UEFA’s Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Body. This fine came as a result of various incidents that occurred during the game, including the throwing of objects, lighting flares, and inappropriate behavior by Croatian fans. The atmosphere surrounding the match
As Euro 2024 enters its rest days, teams are taking different approaches to preparing for the knockout phase. France coach Didier Deschamps has chosen a relaxed approach, allowing his squad much-needed family time before their upcoming clash with Belgium. On the other hand, England and Germany are keeping their players focused with minimal time off.
Italy coach Luciano Spalletti recently commended the unwavering determination of his players in securing a crucial point with a late equalizer against Croatia in the European Championship. Despite the positive outcome, Spalletti acknowledged that there is still significant room for improvement within the team. Spalletti expressed his belief that the team did not display their
Retired Italy legend Roberto Baggio was the victim of a terrifying armed robbery at his home while watching the European Championship match between Italy and Spain. The incident occurred late in the evening, with at least five armed individuals breaking into Baggio’s villa near Vicenza. Upon encountering the armed robbers, Baggio was struck on the
In a thrilling match between Spain and Italy, a Riccardo Calafiori own goal proved to be the deciding factor, as La Roja secured a 1-0 victory. Despite this being the only score of the game, it was evident that Spain’s young wingers, Nico Williams and Lamine Yamal, showcased their immense talent and potential throughout the