SportsRoma Holds Ground Against Bologna: Crucial Draw Sets Up Olimpico Showdown
Roma earns crucial 1-1 draw at Bologna in Europa League Round of 16 first leg. Pellegrini equalizer sets up decisive March 19 return at Olimpico.
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Sports · EconomyFormer Italian Footballers Fight for Pension Fund Transparency and Access
Over 500 ex-Italian footballers demand pension fund transparency. Legal battle in Rome reveals access issues affecting 60,000 players, coaches. What you need to know.
Sports · PoliticsIran Announces World Cup Withdrawal Amid U.S. Conflict: What It Means for the 2026 Tournament
Iran announces it won't play in the 2026 World Cup despite qualifying, citing U.S. military conflict. FIFA faces unprecedented decision on replacement.
Sports · EconomyItaly's Champions League Dream Crumbles: What Atalanta's Bayern Collapse Means for Serie A
Atalanta's 6-1 Bayern defeat ends Italian Champions League hopes. Zero Serie A clubs in knockouts threatens Italy's UEFA ranking and 2026/27 European berths.
Sports · EconomyAtalanta's Champions League Dream Ends: Bayern Munich Delivers Historic 6-1 Rout
Atalanta faces Champions League elimination after devastating 6-1 loss to Bayern Munich. Read how this impacts Italian football and Serie A's European hopes.
SportsItaly Eyes Historic Paralympic Record as De Silvestro Powers to Silver in Cortina
René De Silvestro claims silver in skiing combined, lifting Italy to 9 medals at Milano Cortina 2026. Historic Lillehammer record within reach.
SportsDjokovic Returns to Indian Wells After 9 Years, Managing Forearm Pain
Novak Djokovic reaches round of 16 at Indian Wells after 9-year absence, managing right forearm pain. Next up: defending champion Jack Draper.
SportsAtalanta vs Bayern Munich: Can Bergamo's Underdogs Dream of Champions League Quarterfinals?
Atalanta hosts Bayern Munich in Champions League Round of 16. Depleted squad, home advantage, and Palladino's tactical gamble. Can Serie A's rising force upset Europe's top team?
SportsJuventus Crushes Pisa 4-0, Ends Winless Streak and Moves Within 1 Point of Champions League Spot
Juventus beats Pisa 4-0, ending 34-day winless run. Yildiz stars as Bianconeri move 1 point from Champions League qualification with tactical masterclass.