SportsMilano Recruits Burnell, Waits for Fontecchio's NBA Contract to Expire
Armani Olimpia Milano locks in Jason Burnell while pursuing Italian NBA star Simone Fontecchio. New era under coach Poeta begins with roster overhaul.
Section
Sports
Tracking sports for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
SportsAll Sports stories
Sports · EconomyAtalanta's €60M Chelsea Deal: How Italian Clubs Are Banking on Young Talent Before Their Prime
Marco Palestra joins Chelsea for €60M from Atalanta in record deal. How Italian clubs are monetizing young talent earlier and reshaping Serie A's financial model.
Sports · PoliticsItaly's Football Federation Races to Appoint Coach and Director Within Days Under Political Pressure
FIGC's new president gives 7-day deadline to appoint Maldini and Conte. Government support hinges on reforms. What it means for Serie A clubs and Italy's World Cup hopes.
Sports · National NewsItaly's Free Playgrounds Boom: 100 New Sports Spaces Opening Across the Country
Italy launches Illumina program with 100 free public playgrounds by 2026. No fees, no memberships. Perfect for families and youth in underserved areas.
SportsItalian Tennis Surges at Wimbledon: Cobolli Wins Tense Opener, Bolelli-Vavassori Chase Historic Doubles Run
Cobolli advances after rain-delayed match. Bolelli and Vavassori eye record prize fund. Italy's tennis dominance continues at Wimbledon 2026.
SportsSinner Advances at Wimbledon 2026, Sets Italian Record While Defending Title
Jannik Sinner claims 95th career Grand Slam match win at Wimbledon 2026, breaking Italy's record. The defending champion faces tough tests ahead.
SportsItaly Climbs to Fifth Place After Slovenia Victory, Strengthens Finals Eight Push in Nations League
Italy defeats Slovenia 3-1 in Volleyball Nations League, climbing to fifth place with 16 points. Captain Lavia reaches 150 caps as Azzurri strengthens Finals Eight bid.
Sports · EconomyNaples America's Cup: €690M Boost, 10,000+ Jobs, and Races Start September 2026
Naples hosts America's Cup 2026-27 at historic Palazzo dell'Immacolatella. €690M economic impact, 10,000+ jobs. Preliminary races Sept 2026, finals July 2027.
Sports · National NewsInter Star Bastoni Under Investigation for Alleged Underage Prostitution in Milan
Inter's Bastoni faces underage prostitution probe in Milan. What Italy residents need to know about consent laws and the Ma.De Milano investigation.