For the second Serie A game in a row, Inter came back from 2-0 down to win, this time crushing Udinese 5-3 in a chaotic encounter at San Siro.
The Nerazzurri had a perfect start in Serie A thanks to a comeback from 2-0 down to beat Napoli 3-2, but lost their Champions League opener 2-1 to Real Madrid this week following some costly individual errors.
Cristian Chivu rotated, giving John Stones his first start, but resting Lautaro Martinez, Yann Bisseck and Hakan Calhanoglu, along with not fully fit Federico Dimarco and injured Djed Spence. The Friulani had an injury crisis, missing Oumar Solet, Nicolò Zaniolo, Juan Arizala, Matteo Palma and Jakub Piotrowski, the Poland international undergoing surgery today to correct a benign cardiac arrhythmia.
See how it all unfolded on the Liveblog.
MILAN, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 14: James Abankwah of Udinese Calcio celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and Udinese Calcio at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on September 14, 2026 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Claudio Villa/Getty Images)

#serie #udinese #italy #start

Gennaro Gattuso is proud of his Lazio side after their 2-2 draw with Milan, claiming that "seeing the team not give up pleases me," as he comments that the empty Stadio Olimpico makes it "feel like the COVID period" as Biancocelesti fans continue to protest against owner Claudio Lotito.
The Aquile thought that they were on track for the perfect start to the Serie A season, as they were leading 2-0 at half-time through Matteo Cancellieri and Tijjani Noslin goals.
Speaking to DAZN, via TuttoMercatoWeb, Gennaro Gattuso was left frustrated but not despondent by the collapse. It would've been four wins out of four, but Diego Moreira came off the bench and scored twice in 120 seconds to get Milan back on track.
"In the second half, they came out with their quality," Gattuso said. "Playing the way we want to play for 90 minutes is hard, we dropped deep at the start of the second half and we struggled. That is also understandable because we conceded two goals I would describe as wonder strikes. We were also good not to get hammered, the feeling was that we could have conceded another two."
Lazio have never in their history started with four consecutive Serie A victories, and that record won't happen this season either, as Milan came back for the 2-2 result. Gattuso, though, took encouragement from how his players reacted to letting a two-goal lead slip.

#four #track #start

According to the latest predictions from the Opta Super Computer, Inter are looking at a potential quarter-final finish in the 2026-27 Champions League and Roma, Napoli and Como are expected to make it through the league phase. Take a look at the latest predictions below!
The 2026-27 Champions League campaign gets underway on Tuesday evening, including a blockbuster clash between Jose Mourinho and his 15-time winners Real Madrid and the reigning Serie A and Coppa Italia champions Inter.
MILAN, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 05: Lautaro Martinez of Internazionale celebrates scoring his team's third goal during the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and SSC Napoli at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on September 05, 2026 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Claudio Villa/Getty Images)
According to the latest predictions from the Opta ******* yst, which has simulated the 2026-27 Champions League 10,000 times, Inter are the strongest of the Italian sides in the competition and are currently projected to finish among the top eight or nine sides in the competition.
For reference, last season's Opta Predictions had Liverpool as the overall favourites to win the 2025-26 Champions League. Actual victors Paris Saint-Germain were the third-favourites and runners-up ******* nal were correctly predicted as the second-most likely side to win it.

#league #latest

Fifteen years, hundreds of matches, goals, victories and star players. Since its opening in September 2011, the Stadium has become Juventus' home and one of the iconic venues in the club's recent history. These fifteen years can also be told through the numbers.
The Men's First Team have played 389 official matches at the Stadium, recording 282 wins, 76 draws and just 31 defeats. That's a win rate of over 72 per cent.
In these matches, Juventus have scored 778 goals, conceded 265 and kept a clean sheet on 195 occasions: practically one clean sheet every two matches.
Serie A naturally accounts for the largest share, with 287 matches, followed by the UEFA Champions League with 59, the Italian Cup with 35 and the UEFA Europa League with 8.
The first official goal was scored by Stephan Lichtsteiner against Parma on 11 September 2011. A few weeks later, on 2 October against Milan, the first brace at the Stadium was scored by Claudio Marchisio.

#matches #september

Juventus and Italy legend Gianluigi Buffon feels the Bianconeri have 'an advantage' against Milan this evening and reveals he told Guglielmo Vicario to 'enjoy the experience' at the Allianz Stadium, after his move from Tottenham.
Juventus and Milan meet at the Allianz Stadium in Turin this evening.
Both sides have won their opening two Serie A games of the campaign and will be looking to catch Inter and Roma, who already have nine points after winning their third consecutive game yesterday against Napoli and Atalanta, respectively.
BUDAPEST, HUNGARY – SEPTEMBER 07: Head of Italy delegation Gianluigi Buffon reacts during a Italy training session at Bozsik Stadion on September 07, 2024 in Budapest, Hungary. (Photo by Claudio Villa/Getty Images)
During an interview with Gazzetta dello Sport, Buffon, a former Juventus and Italy star, predicted the upcoming meeting between Bianconeri and Rossoneri.

#bianconeri #allianz

Jacobo Ramon is one of the many Real Madrid talents currently developing at an external club in the hope of securing a return home someday.
Los Blancos sold the player to Como last summer but continue to retain a major stake in his rights, as has been the policy with all youth sales in recent times.
They pocketed a sum of €2.5 million for Ramon's transfer to Como permanently, but Los Blancos not only retained 50% of his rights but also multiple buy-back options on him.
During the recently concluded summer transfer window, Premier League giants ***** nal were linked with a move for Ramon and monitored him closely. Eventually, however, the deal did not work out.
Ramon has grown well in Italy. (Photo by Claudio Villa/Getty Images)

#blancos #summer #jacobo #madrid

DAZN referee expert Luca Marelli has offered his **** sment on a series of controversial refereeing calls that overshadowed Inter's thrilling 3-2 comeback victory against Napoli on Saturday evening.
Referee Simone Sozza found himself at the center of several heated moments at the San Siro and Inter players were left furious when Napoli's Stanislav Lobotka appeared to handle the ball during a challenge with Nicolò Barella inside the penalty box. Play was allowed to continue without a VAR intervention, leading directly to Matteo Politano's opener for the visitors on the counter-attack.
MILAN, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 05: Matteo Politano of Napoli celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and SSC Napoli at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on September 05, 2026 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Claudio Villa/Getty Images)
Reviewing the incident on DAZN, with quotes via Sportal, Marelli admitted the footage remained inconclusive: "There are many doubts. It is impossible to tell for sure whether there was contact, even though his arm was extended. Looking at all the available footage, you simply cannot determine if he touches it with his hand or not."
The officiating remained under the spotlight late into the second half. In the 82nd minute, Marcus Thuram headed home Inter's equaliser while Napoli defender Amir Rrahmani lay grounded directly in front of goalkeeper Alex Meret. Sozza allowed the goal to stand, deeming that Rrahmani had gone down too softly rather than as the result of a foul by an opposition player.

#napoli #matteo #rrahmani

Inter forwards Lautaro Martínez and Marcus Thuram delivered a clear statement of intent following the Nerazzurri's thrilling 3-2 comeback victory against Napoli at the San Siro on Saturday evening.
After falling two goals behind, Inter demonstrated their ****** le credentials by fighting back to secure all three points, powered by a stunning double from Lautaro. The Argentine striker was named Man of the Match and spoke to DAZN immediately after the final whistle, with quotes via FCInterNews.
"Thuram told me I'm crazy for celebrating on the pitchside railing, but in the end, he joined me up there today," Martínez joked.
"The most important thing is finding my form, it isn't easy to come back from a World Cup without a proper pre-season. I'm delighted we managed to complete the comeback; that resilience was something we were missing last year. Every season we raise our standards and try to prove it on the pitch."
MILAN, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 05: Lautaro Martinez of Internazionale celebrates scoring his team's third goal during the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and SSC Napoli at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on September 05, 2026 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Claudio Villa/Getty Images)

#lautaro #mart #internazionale

Hibernian and Hearts will meet at Easter Road this evening for the first Edinburgh Derby of the season.
Both sides have enjoyed a solid start to the league season, winning two of their first three matches despite losing the other. Hearts have bounced back from their opening day defeat to Aberdeen by beating Dundee United and St. Johnstone, as well as reaching the league phase of the Europa Conference League. Meanwhile, Hibs have beaten Rangers and Dundee following their home defeat to Motherwell on opening day. They fell at the final hurdle for European qualification, losing 3-2 on aggregate to Gent.
Last season, as we all know, Hearts came incredibly close to lifting their first league ***** le since 1960, but a controversial defeat at Celtic Park on the final day of the season saw them lose out to the Hoops. Hibs enjoyed a strong season themselves, finishing fifth with 57 points, securing back-to-back top-half finishes for the first time this decade.
There were four Edinburgh Derbies last season; Hearts won three whilst Hibs won one, that being a 3-2 victory at Easter Road shortly before the turn of the year. In fact, Hearts' win in the final derby of last season was the point at which many thought they were finally going to topple the Old Firm and go on to lift the ***** le, but of course, it wasn't to be in the end.
That Hearts team has since been largely dismantled, with manager Derek McInnes and top scorer Lawrence Shankland departing for Rangers. However, Claudio Braga remains at the club and has looked just as impressive so far this term as he did last, registering a goal and two ***** ists in his first three league outings.

#hearts #season #league

Celta de Vigo and Athletic Bilbao go head-to-head at Estadio de Balaídos this Sunday in the La Liga.
Celta de Vigo have 1 point to their name this season and occupy 14th position in the table. In their last fixture, Claudio Giráldez's team suffered a 1-2 reverse against Osasuna (La Liga 2026/27).
Athletic Bilbao currently have 0 points and lie in 19th position. In their last game, Edin Terzic's team lost 2-0 against Barcelona (La Liga 2026/27).
The last meeting between the two teams ended in a 1-1 draw.
Unai Egiluz - Cruciate Ligament Tear

#position #team

All summer, the future of Claudio Echeverri appeared uncertain. The Argentinian playmaker endured a frustrating 2025-26 season. He went against Manchester City's advice to join Bayer Leverkusen on loan for the first half of last season. That move didn't pan out as Echeverri couldn't force his way into the Leverkusen lineup. He returned to City last January before being sent out on loan to Girona. Manchester City wanted Echeverri to spend last season at Girona. He showed flashes of quality while being used primarily as an impact substitute. Echeverri was a part of Manchester City's preseason tour of Asia where he showed brief glimpses of his talent.
Where Echeverri would play his football during the 2026-27 season hasn't been clear. Perhaps, until now. A new report indicates that Echeverri is set to stay at Manchester City for at least the first half of the 2026-27 season. Echeverri does have attributes that could be useful for Enzo Maresca's side, so it may be a wise move to keep him at City for the time being.
Soy del Millo has reported that Enzo Maresca reportedly wants to give Claudio Echeverri minutes at Manchester City this season. Therefore, Maresca has decided that the young Argentinian excitement machine will not be sent out on loan. As per the Spy del Millo report Enzo Maresca wanted to ***** s Echeverri as a player during Manchester City's preseason. Based on Maresca's ***** sment, Echeverri is set to stay at Manchester City where his progress will be closely monitored.
Typically, Claudio Echeverri operates as a number ten or as an attacking midfielder. Echeverri's clear strength is his ability to drive at defenders with his electrifying pace and mesmerizing dribbling ability. Claudio Echeverri can also pick out a defence splitting pass and he can create opportunities to score for himself and his teammates. Those attributes could be useful to Enzo Maresca's side. Echeverri's strongest attributes could also see him also play on either wing when required.
If, as reported, Claudio Echeverri remains at Manchester City for next season, it wouldn't be expected that he would be a starter. However, as a squad player, he could fulfil a role. Playing as an impact substitute against tired opponents could be in Echeverri's wheelhouse. His pace and ability to make something out of nothing could be useful for Enzo Maresca. That could be his role today as Manchester City take on Bournemouth given that City are short of options on the bench as they await to complete Enzo Maresca's squad in the transfer market.

#attributes

Lazio have reportedly secured the services of Croatian defender Josip Sutalo after reaching a full accord with Ajax.
This has been an eventful day for the Biancocelesti, who were supposed to complete the signing of Senegalese striker Bamba Dieng on a free transfer, but the deal has been called off due to a failed medical. But while Claudio Lotito and Angelo Fabiani are back to square one on the attacking front, they have apparently solved their defensive dilemma.
According to multiple sources in the Italian media, including Gianluca Di Marzio, Fabrizio Romano, and Damiano Er Faina, Lazio and Ajax have reached a final agreement on Sutalo's transfer. The 26-year-old will join the Italian capital side on an initial loan for €3 million with an option to buy set at €7.5 million, while the Amsterdam-based giants would receive a 10% cut in case of a future resale.
Sutalo is a Dynamo Zagreb youth product who climbed his way up the ranks to become a stalwart for both club and country. In 2023, he earned a €20 million move to Ajax and went on to make 108 appearances for the Dutch club.
The Croatian international will join a centre-back department that includes Oliver Provstgaard and fellow new signing Danilho Doekhi, while Alessio Romagnoli's fate remains undecided, and Patric and Samuel Gigot are dealing with career-threatening long-term injuries.

#ajax #million

Champions League Play-Offs, a win against Real Madrid, a Supercoppa triumph. A lot happened in the week of August 10-16 in Lazio history, as we also remember Claudio Garella.
Date: Saturday, August 11, 2002Venue: White Hart Lane, LondonFixture: Tottenham Hotspur Lazio 2-2Lazio again concede early but come back from two goals down to draw at White Hart Lane.
Date: Sunday, August 12, 1990Venue: Estadio Municipal, La Línea de la ConcepciónFixture: Real Madrid Lazio 1-1 (4-6 on pens), Ciudad de la Línea TrophyLazio win prestigious trophy by beating Real Madrid on penalties
Date: Wednesday, August 13, 2003Venue: Stadio Olimpico, RomeFixture: Lazio Benfica 3-1, Champions League Play-OffA tough game in uncomfortable heat, but Lazio take two-goal lead to Portugal thanks to Corradi, Fiore and Mihajlovic
Date: Sunday, August 14, 2022Venue: Stadio Olimpico, RomeFixture: Lazio Bologna 2-1Down to 10 men from the early minutes of the game and losing 1-0 the Biancocelesti managed to overturn the result thanks to yet another goal from Immobile and a Bologna own goal prompted by Lazzari.

#lazio #goal #champions #play

Celtic have been handed a significant opening in the pursuit of a Hibernian midfielder, Miguel Chaiwa, with the player's representative claiming that a £3m fee could be enough to complete the transfer.
According to CeltsAreHere, agent Boudjemai Youcef believes his client can leave Hibs for £3m, despite reports that the Edinburgh club value him above that figure. The midfielder remains keen on a switch to Celtic, while the Glasgow club's next move depends on how its midfield recruitment develops.
That distinction matters. The £3m figure comes from the player's camp, rather than confirmation that Hibs have accepted it. The Scottish Sun reported today that Hibs continue to seek more than £4m for the 22-year-old, who remains under contract until 2028. So, for now, supporters should treat the £3m claim as a negotiating position rather than a settled transfer price.
EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND – FEBRUARY 10: Miguel Chaiwa of Hibernian battles with Claudio Braga of Hearts during the William Hill Premiership match between Heart of Midlothian and Hibernian at Tynecastle Park on February 10, 2026 in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. (Photo by WM Sport Media/Getty Images)
A £3m deal would make sense for Celtic, provided the club view the midfielder as more than a squad body. He played 28 Scottish Premiership matches for Hibs in 2025/26, started 22 and scored once, according to Opta. Those numbers don't scream attacking midfielder, but they do show a young player who became a regular presence in a demanding league.

#hibernian #scottish #february

Napoli outcast Lorenzo Lucca remains a target for Lazio, who are still keen to sign a centre-forward before the end of the summer.
In recent hours, several reliable sources in Italy confirmed the Biancocelesti's renewed interest in Inter Milan midfielder Davide Frattesi. Claudio Lotito and co. are seemingly negotiating with the Nerazzurri, as well as the player's representative, Giuseppe Riso, whose stable could offer Lazio a solution for their attacking conundrum.
As Italian journalist Alfredo Pedulla points out, Riso is also the agent of Andrea Pinamonti and Lorenzo Lucca, two strikers who are on Lazio's shortlist.
After missing out on Franjo Ivanovic (who preferred to join RC Lens), several sources identified Sassuolo's Pinamonti as the Aquile's new primary target. However, Pedulla insists that Lucca remains a viable option, one that the club could revisit in the coming days.
Lucca is a well-travelled Italian striker who stands at an impressive 201 cm. The Moncalieri native enjoyed a positive spell at Udinese between 2023 and 2025, scoring 23 goals in 75 appearances before earning a €30 million move to Napoli last summer.

#lazio #pinamonti

Haissem Hassan has been left out of Real Oviedo's squad for their pre-season match against Le Havre on Saturday, with the 24-year-old Egypt winger the subject of a £9m bid from Celtic and awaiting the green light to have a medical. (Anthony Joseph)
Hassan is dealing with visa issues with an agreement in place to join Celtic on a contract until 2030, with Real Oviedo poised to make £6m, plus £1.3m more if the Premiership winners reach the Champions League proper. (George Tsarouchas)
Real Oviedo head coach Julian Calero has revealed they will not stand in the way of Hassan's move to Celtic. (Record - subscription required)
Celtic are ready to step up their interest in Heart of Midlothian forward Claudio Braga, while several clubs from overseas are also weighing up a move for the 26-year-old. (Pete O'Rourke)
Monaco have made Algeria 23-year-old Fares Ghedjemis their top priority for the right-wing position and plan an improved offer after a bid of £6m, plus £1.7m in bonuses, was rejected by Frosinone, who also turned down £8.6m bids from Celtic and Rangers. (L'Equipe - in French)

#celtic #real #year #haissem

Gio Reyna has a new home.
The United States international has spent most of his career in Germany, surging onto the scene as a Borussia Dortmund prospect and most recently suiting up for Borussia Mönchengladbach.
Now, he is headed for France, joining RC Strasbourg on a contract that will take him through the 2031 season.
While still only 23, Reyna has appeared in each of the last two World Cup tournaments for the United States – though his lack of minutes in the 2022 tournament became a controversial moment after conversations between Reyna's parents – former U.S. internationals Claudio and Danielle Reyna – and then-U.S. manager Gregg Berhalter were made public.
Reyna was included on Mauricio Pochettino's roster for the 2026 tournament and was able to make the mildly surprising decision pay off, scoring with the outside of his foot to put the cherry on top of the United States' 4-1 win over Paraguay in the opening match.

#states #germany

Manchester City continue their pre-season duties as they face a combined team of K-League's best players at the Seoul World Cup Stadium in South Korea on Wednesday.
The Enzo Maresca era started in Hong Kong with a 1-1 draw against Inter Milan. Divin Mubama opened the scoreline with the easiest of tap-ins after a wonderful Antoine ***** yo solo run on the 14 minute mark. Inter, however, took only six spins on the clock to equalise, as Benjamin Pavard scored after a mess in City's defence.
The Italian side went on to win the Asahi Super Dry Trophy on penalties. Despite Gianluigi Donnarumma's incredible save to deny Davide Frattesi; Rayan Ait Nouri, Abdukodir Khusanov and Nico González all missed from the spot. Claudio Echeverri, with a cheeky panenka, scored the Blues' only goal in the shootout, as Inter claimed a 1-3 win on penalties.
Match Report & Player Ratings: Manchester City 1-1 (1-3 Penalties) Inter (Pre-Season Friendly)
Now in South Korea, Manchester City are K-League All Stars next opponents. The exhibition match gathers a side composed of the best players from the national league, hosting a standout team from abroad. In 2025, they beat Newcastle United 1-0.

#match

We asked for your views after Hearts conceded two late goals to lose their Premiership opener 2-1 at Aberdeen.
Here are some of your comments:
Fraser: This is going to be one long, long season…
Jim: We have to be patient, it takes a little time to get a winning team together and after the upheaval at Tynecastle this past couple of months I am not surprised. I believe we still have basis of a championship challenging team but the ease with which we lost goals in quick succession against Sturm Graz and now Aberdeen is a concern. I also think it is time Landry Kabore stepped aside and James Wilson was given his chance alongside Claudio Braga up front.
Campbell: Hearts are rebuilding after the shock of losing the ****** le last season. So many new faces to bed in. No proper pre-season and straight into the Champions League. Can't expect too much this season I'm afraid.

#time #team

Claudio Ranieri wants people to 'fall back in love with football' in Italy by reforming academies as technical director of Club Italia. 'We are good at team tactics, other nations teach individual technique.'
The former Roma, Chelsea and Leicester City coach has once again come out of retirement, taking the job as President and technical director of Club Italia, effectively overseeing the various levels of the ****** onale and academies all over the country.
The position had gone to Paolo Maldini under three weeks ago, but that experience was cut short by a difference in opinion on who to hire as coach.
Now Roberto Mancini is back after three years as the CT, presented in a joint press conference with Ranieri.
Technical Director Claudio Ranieri and coach Roberto Mancini pose with the Italy jersey (azzurri)

#director #coach #mancini

In the winter of 2024, Roma decided to appoint Daniele De Rossi as manager after the dismissal of José Mourinho. And after an encouraging start from the former number 16, fans were growing hopeful that the man who had made the club famous as a player would have an equally impressive career on the bench.
The following season, despite his contract extension, the Ostia native only made a handful of appearances as manager, and was then sacked by the Friedkins.
From then on, a series of ups and downs began for the club, which first brought in Ivan Juric and then Claudio Ranieri, but the season still ended with the club securing a Europa League spot.
Fans, however, remained discontented at seeing a club legend treated so poorly. Even more disappointed than the fans was De Rossi himself, who gave an interview to Cronache di Spogliatoio.
In a brief excerpt, the former midfielder commented on his dismissal: "I was furious. I had my 'enemies' and I felt defeated in a battle I didn't have time to fight. But I never wanted to show that I was getting jealous. I only did it once in a press conference at Spal, and I regretted it. I've worked hard on these things."

#club #rossi #manager #season

New Italy coach Roberto Mancini and technical director Claudio Ranieri will hold their first press conference tomorrow at 18:00 CET, Giovanni Malagò announced.
Mancini is set to return as Italy's head coach for a second stint, Malagò confirmed during a press conference on Tuesday.
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"It is very positive that both Roberto Mancini and Claudio Ranieri have behaved with great sensibility on the budget issues that need to be taken into consideration," Malagò said.
The press conference took place after a FIGC federal meeting, during which Malagò informed members that he had picked Mancini as the new head coach.

#press #conference #italy

ROME (AP) — Roberto Mancini has once again been tasked with revitalizing an Italy team in crisis, almost exactly three years after he bolted on the national team.
Italian soccer federation Giovanni Malagò announced Mancini as the new Italy coach on Tuesday, adding that Claudio Ranieri will become the new technical director after Paolo Maldini stepped down the previous day — just 16 days after being appointed.
The 61-year-old Mancini led the Azzurri to the European Championship **** le in 2021 but shockingly resigned as Italy coach in August 2023, taking over Saudi Arabia's national team two weeks later.
"Time was running out … I believed the person who should become the new coach of Italy is Roberto Mancini, for a whole list of reasons," Malagò said. "There will be a press conference tomorrow with both Claudio Ranieri and Roberto Mancini."
The Italian national team is in crisis after failing for a third straight time to qualify for the World Cup, prompting the resignations of FIGC president Gabriele Gravina and coach Gennaro Gattuso in April.

#italian

After Germany and France, Italy has now also found a new national team coach. Following a successful era between 2018 and 2023, the Squadra Azzurra will once again be led by Roberto Mancini. This was confirmed by president Giovanni Malagò at the press conference after the end of the Federal Council meeting at the FIGC headquarters. Claudio Ranieri was also confirmed as the new Technical Director.
Mancini is the new national team coach
"The national team coach? Time was pressing. I believed that Roberto Mancini had to be the person to become coach of the national team. Both Roberto Mancini and Claudio Ranieri showed complete willingness and great understanding regarding the financial aspects and our budget requirements."
Ranieri is the new Technical Director
"I needed a person with whom I could share the decision on the national team coach. That person is Claudio Ranieri. Just a few minutes ago, he signed his contract. Ranieri and Mancini have already spoken with each other. Tomorrow at 6:00 p.m. there will be a joint press conference."

#team #coach #claudio #technical

Neither Guardiola, nor Ancelotti, nor Pirlo. The new coach of the Italian national team will be Roberto Mancini.
At 61, he returns to the role four years after being fired.
Mancini coached the Italy national team from 2018 to 2022. He won the Euro 2020 **** le (in 2021), but was fired a year later after the loss to North Macedonia in the 2022 World Cup playoff.
Mancini's last job was as coach of Al-Sadd of Qatar, which he recently left.
In addition to Mancini, Italy also appointed former coach Claudio Ranieri and Gabriele Oriali to replace Paolo Maldini and Leonardo.

#mancini #national #ancelotti

Argentina's top football officials on Wednesday firmly denied reports that their federation's president and treasurer were detained and questioned upon leaving the United States after the World Cup final.
The Argentine Football ***** ociation (AFA) did, however, acknowledge a US investigation into a third party with links to the ***** ociation.
The organization issued a statement following media reports that its president Claudio Tapia and treasurer Pablo Toviggino had been detained at New York's John F. Kennedy airport before boarding the flight transporting the national squad home after their loss to Spain Sunday.
The pair were reportedly detained for questioning and had their electronic devices seized by US authorities, before being summoned to appear in court regarding AFA's international contracts.
But an AFA statement denied all of the reported claims as "absolutely false."

#wednesday

Vasco fought for a dramatic draw against Independiente Medellín this Wednesday (22) in the Copa Sudamericana playoff.
The Rio club fell behind twice, but left the field with a 2-2 draw to decide qualification at home.
John Montaño scored both goals for the Colombian side at Atanasio Girardot Stadium.
With an own goal, center-back Joaquin Varela was the first to find the net for Vasco.
Late in the match, Claudio Spinelli made it 2-2.

#Independiente #john #monta

Jhon Lucumi is in limbo, as Bologna admitted he could leave, but the talks with Juventus are stalling, and Inter and a few foreign clubs could easily overtake the Bianconeri if they loosened their purse strings, Il Resto Del Carlino reports.
CEO Claudio Fenucci addressed the future of the defender.
"He's under contract with us. The fact that there's just one year on it doesn't affect his valuation. He could depart because we made a promise to him a year ago, when we kept him despite an offer that could have changed his career. However, the bid has to be proper."
Sunderland had matched his €28M release clause, although after it had expired, and had tendered €3M wages, but the Felsinei insisted on retaining him.
Juventus haven't dangled that much at this stage for Lucumi, while Inter see him as a fallback target relative to John Stones and Cristian Romero.

#jhon

While his departure has already been confirmed, Alessio Romagnoli remains a Lazio player in name, as he has yet to sign for Al-Sadd.
The 31-year-old has been trying to push his way out of his beloved club since January, as his relationship with Lazio patron Claudio Lotito hit rock bottom, mainly due to broken promises over a pay raise. The defender was on the cusp of signing for Al-Sadd in the winter, but the talks collapsed at the eleventh hour.
Nevertheless, the Qatari champions kept their promise by launching a new attempt in the summer, and have seemingly reached the finish line. Several reliable sources in the Italian press have described the operation as a ‘done deal‘, with Lazio agreeing to sell Romagnoli for €3 million.
The centre-back even confirmed the move with a video message to the supporters that was displayed during the grand Anti-Lotito demonstration organized on July 2. And yet, the former AC Milan captain is still lingering in Rome.
According to Il Corriere dello Sport and La Lazio Siamo Noi, Romagnoli was initially expected in Doha by July 5, but his arrival was delayed, as the two parties were said to be ironing out the final details in the player’s contract. Al-Sadd were also busy appointing Razvan Lucescu as their new head coach, replacing the departing Roberto Mancini.

Enzo Maresca is set to make the decisive call on Claudio Echeverri's Man City future this summer
Echeverri will first report to Man City before any decision on a loan or permanent move is taken
River Plate have pushed to bring the Argentine playmaker back to Buenos Aires this window
Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca will deliver his verdict on Claudio Echeverri's future when the Argentina youth international reports for pre-season, as per a new report.
Echeverri has been one of the most closely watched players within Manchester City's development structure since his arrival from River Plate, with the attacking midfielder's trajectory through two contrasting loan spells in European football leaving his long-term pathway at the Etihad Stadium firmly unresolved as the club enters a new managerial era.