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Fiorentina have dismissed Fabio Grosso after a run of three consecutive Serie A defeats, with Paolo Vanoli set to return. Grosso’s sacking reignites discussions about Paolo Maldini’s previous shortlist for the Italy head coach role, where Grosso was a contender.

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Boban Defends Maldini’s Actions in Italy Coach Search

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Zvonimir Boban has defended Paolo Maldini’s brief tenure as Italy’s technical director, asserting Maldini did not betray agreements during the search for a new national team coach.

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Maldini and Leonardo resign from Italy roles after Pirlo appointment blocked

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Paolo Maldini and Leonardo have quit as Italy technical directors just 16 days after appointment, citing compromised autonomy after FIGC President Giovanni Malagò rejected Andrea Pirlo as head coach.

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Serie A clubs rage over Mancini reappointment as Italy head coach

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Roberto Mancini has been reappointed as Italy head coach following the collapse of Andrea Pirlo’s candidacy, but Serie A clubs have criticised FIGC President Giovanni Malagò for excluding them from the selection process.

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Mancini and Ranieri Set for Italy Roles as Pirlo Bid Collapses

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FIGC President Giovanni Malagò is expected to appoint Roberto Mancini as Italy coach and Claudio Ranieri as technical director in Rome, following Paolo Maldini’s resignation over Andrea Pirlo’s blocked candidacy.

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Malagò blocks Pirlo’s Italy candidacy and blames him and Maldini for scandal

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FIGC President Giovanni Malagò has blocked Andrea Pirlo’s bid to become Italy coach over his Russian gambling ties, while criticising Paolo Maldini for pushing the appointment despite the ethical complications.

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Malagò blocks Pirlo appointment as Italy turn back to Conte and Mancini

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Andrea Pirlo has been removed from consideration for the Italy job after FIGC President Giovanni Malagò blocked his appointment over links to Russian betting firm Fonbet.

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Pirlo’s Italy Appointment Stalled by Fonbet Sponsorship Row

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Andrea Pirlo’s expected appointment as Italy head coach faces delays due to his association with Russian betting firm Fonbet, while Luciano Spalletti eyes reinforcements.

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Pirlo Ruled Out as Italy Coach Over Russian Betting Ties; Maldini Threatens Exit

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Andrea Pirlo’s bid to coach Italy has collapsed due to his Russian betting company links, plunging the FIGC into crisis as technical director Paolo Maldini reportedly resigns in protest.

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Pirlo defiant as Italy job hangs in balance amid federation chief’s silence

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Andrea Pirlo has dismissed criticism of his likely Italy appointment as “instrumental” and “hypocritical”, but federation president Giovanni Malagò’s refusal to offer reassurances suggests the deal remains uncertain.