Tracking sports for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
SportsItaly loses 47-17 to New Zealand in Wellington, dropping to last in Nations Championship with 0 points from two matches. The Azzurri face an uphill battle for Finals Weekend qualification in November.
Sports · PoliticsRussian and Belarusian gymnasts compete at Milan World Cup under national symbols this weekend. Italy's government opposes but must follow international rules.
SportsFabio Grosso appointed Fiorentina manager after near-relegation. The World Cup hero brings 4-3-3 tactics as Florence invests €55M in Franchi stadium renovation.
Sports · National NewsOn the 20th anniversary of Italy's 2006 Berlin World Cup victory, FIGC releases documentary featuring Buffon, Del Piero, and Totti. Federation signals urgent need to rebuild Azzurri ahead of Euro 2028.
SportsItalian para-sprinters excel at Lignano with Bebe Vio Grandis setting new T62 100m record (14.12s) and world champion Ambra Sabatini posting season-best 14.55s.
Sports · National NewsFIGC President Malagò promises decision this weekend on Italy's technical director. Paolo Maldini remains favorite but alternatives loom.
SportsJuventus pursues Dibu Martinez from Aston Villa, Inter signs Provedel, Roma loses Greenwood to Fenerbahce. Complete Serie A summer 2026 transfer news ahead of Sept 1 deadline.
SportsJannik Sinner defends his Wimbledon title against exhausted Djokovic in Friday's semifinal. Italy's last hope after Paolini and Cobolli's quarterfinal exits.
Sports · CulturePresident Mattarella attends Italy's EuroVolley 2025 opening match in Naples Sept 10. World champion Azzurri face Sweden as tournament begins across 4 cities.