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Pirlo’s Italy Appointment Stalls Over Russian Betting Links

Andrea Pirlo’s prospective appointment as Italy head coach has stalled after the FIGC raised concerns over his commercial links to Russian bookmaker Fonbet. The federation is scrutinising the former midfielder’s role as global ambassador for the betting firm.

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Italy minister slams FIGC’s Guardiola ‘gamble’ as Pirlo appointment nears

發佈留言 / NEWS / Ochieng Victor

Italy’s Sport Minister Andrea Abodi has criticised the FIGC’s public attempt to recruit Pep Guardiola, calling it a “gamble” as the federation prepares to appoint Andrea Pirlo on a four-year contract.

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Pirlo breaks silence on betting row as Maldini threatens Italy exit

發佈留言 / NEWS / Nadia Muthoni

Andrea Pirlo has defended his links to Russian betting firm Fonbet in a statement that acknowledges his Italy coaching prospects are fading, as technical director Paolo Maldini warns he may resign if the appointment is blocked.

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Pirlo Poised for Italy Role as Maldini Overrides Malagò Choice

發佈留言 / NEWS / Vargas Mateo

Andrea Pirlo is expected to become the next Italy head coach after technical director Paolo Maldini selected him over Roberto Mancini, sparking fury from the former Al-Sadd manager.

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Pirlo appointment reignites debate over Chiesa’s Italy future

發佈留言 / NEWS / Omondi Akinyi

Federico Chiesa could return to the Italy national team under incoming coach Andrea Pirlo, ending a year-long absence marked by fitness concerns and selection controversies.

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Pirlo set for Italy role until 2030 as backroom team takes shape

發佈留言 / NEWS / Ochieng Victor

Andrea Pirlo is set to become the new Italy coach on a contract running until the 2030 World Cup. The former European Under-21 champion is already assembling his staff, with Roberto Baronio lined up as assistant manager.

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Italy turn to Zola and Perrotta after Buffon rejects national team return

發佈留言 / NEWS / Ochieng Victor

Gianluigi Buffon has declined an opportunity to return to the Azzurri setup, prompting the FIGC to consider Gianfranco Zola and Simone Perrotta for roles bridging Italy’s youth and senior sides.

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Pirlo set for Italy role after Guardiola rejects national team job

發佈留言 / NEWS / Maina Felix

Andrea Pirlo is widely expected to be appointed Italy head coach after Pep Guardiola rejected the role. The 2006 World Cup winner would reportedly take charge until 2030 on a contract worth approximately €1.5 million per season.

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Pirlo leads race as Guardiola and Ancelotti reject Italy

發佈留言 / NEWS / Maina Felix

Andrea Pirlo has become the leading candidate for the Italy national team job after Pep Guardiola and Carlo Ancelotti both turned down approaches from the Italian Football Federation.

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Serie A Fever Grips Canada as Transfers and Heritage Deepen Football Ties

發佈留言 / NEWS / Omondi Akinyi

Italian football is experiencing unprecedented growth in Canada through high-profile transfers and a strong Italian-Canadian community, though Italy’s failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup dashes hopes of a clash with the co-host nation.