Tracking sports for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Sports · EconomyCatanzaro reaches Serie A promotion playoff final against Monza after 40+ years. Home leg May 24 at Ceravolo. Historic chance for Calabria's return to top tier.
Sports · EconomyMilan and Rome confirmed as NBA Europe permanent franchises launching October 2027. Serie A restructuring and ticket prices rising—what it means for Italian basketball fans.
SportsItaly's Jannik Sinner secures world No. 1 through summer as Carlos Alcaraz's wrist injury sidelines him until August. Wimbledon title defense awaits.
Sports · PoliticsItaly appoints 5 sports ambassadors including cyclists Nibali and swimmer Paltrinieri to boost €4.7B sports exports and tourism before Milan-Cortina 2026.
Sports · Economy · TourismItaly hosts historic America's Cup in 2027. Naples expects €1.2B economic boost, 11,000 jobs, and massive tourism influx. Luna Rossa leads Italian challenge.
Sports · EconomyNaples tackles 30-year industrial cleanup to host America's Cup 2027. €1.5B investment, 3,000 new homes, 2,000 jobs transforming southern Italy's waterfront.
Sports · CultureArsenal wins Premier League title after 22 years with Italian defender Riccardo Calafiori in the squad. Historic Champions League final next.
Sports · CultureOver 50 international athletes competed at Rome's Castel Romano May 16-17 in freestyle football. Learn about Italy's growing role in the sport and pathways for youth athletes.
SportsItalian cycling star Filippo Ganna breaks fastest 40km+ time trial record at 2026 Giro d'Italia with 54.9 km/h average. Pink jersey battle tightens before mountains.