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

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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

Leave a Comment / 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

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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

Leave a Comment / 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

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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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Pirlo Leads Race for Italy Job After Guardiola Rejects Azzurri Approach

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Pep Guardiola has turned down the opportunity to become Italy’s next head coach, leaving Andrea Pirlo as the frontrunner for the role under technical director Paolo Maldini.

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Pirlo leads race as Guardiola and Ancelotti reject Italy

Leave a Comment / 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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Maldini Confirms Italy Approached Guardiola and Ancelotti for National Team Job

Leave a Comment / NEWS / Omondi Akinyi

New Italy technical director Paolo Maldini and special advisor Leonardo have confirmed holding talks with Pep Guardiola and Carlo Ancelotti as the search for a new national team coach continues.

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Italy pursue Guardiola and Euro 2028 qualification after World Cup failures

Leave a Comment / NEWS / Maina Felix

The Italian Football Federation is pursuing an elite-level head coach, with Pep Guardiola as a primary target, as part of sweeping changes following three consecutive World Cup qualification failures.

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FIGC confirm financial ‘exceptions’ for Guardiola as minister vows to stay neutral

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The Italian Football Federation is prepared to make financial exceptions to attract Pep Guardiola, while Minister for Sport Andrea Abodi has pledged not to interfere in the selection process.