Cesare Prandelli
Mario Balotelli not included in Italy squad
New Liverpool striker Mario Balotelli is not included in Antonio Conte's first Italy squad for forthcoming games against Netherlands and Norway.
Aug 31, 11:11
Antonio Conte wants Andrea Pirlo for Italy
Antonio Conte says that he wants Juventus midfielder Andrea Pirlo to continue playing for the Italian national team.
Aug 19, 20:16
Antonio Conte named Italy coach
The Italian Football Federation announces that Antonio Conte is Cesare Prandelli's successor as Italy coach.
Aug 15, 05:04
Roberto Mancini 'dreams of managing Italy'
Former Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini admits that he 'dreams' of one day managing the Italian national team.
Jul 31, 15:46
Unal Aysal: 'Wesley Sneijder is going nowhere'
Galatasaray president Unal Aysal says that Wesley Sneijder is going to stay with the Turkish club, despite speculation linking the player with a transfer.
Jul 29, 20:44
Juventus confirm Massimiliano Allegri appointment
Juventus confirm the appointment of Massimiliano Allegri as the club's new manager on a two-year deal.
Jul 16, 15:05
Gianluigi Buffon admits disappointment with Antonio Conte Juventus departure
Gianluigi Buffon admits that Antonio Conte's departure is a "great loss" for Juventus.
Jul 16, 02:56
Juventus chairman Andrea Agnelli pays tribute to departing Antonio Conte
Juventus chairman Andrea Agnelli pays tribute to departing manager Antonio Conte, who left his post by mutual consent earlier today.
Jul 15, 21:00
Antonio Conte resigns as Juventus manager
Antonio Conte resigns from his position as manager of Juventus with immediate effect.
Jul 15, 19:17
Manchester United target Wesley Sneijder available for £16m
Galatasaray president Unal Aysal reveals that Wesley Sneijder has a release clause worth £16m in his contract amid reports linking the midfielder to Manchester United.
Jul 9, 09:48
Cesare Prandelli bids farewell to Italy
Former Italy coach Cesare Prandelli pays tribute to the national team following his appointment at Galatasaray.
Jul 8, 11:19
Roberto Mancini: 'Italy job would be honour'
Roberto Mancini says that it would be a privilege to be appointed the new head coach of Italy.
Jul 8, 10:54
Cesare Prandelli named new Galatasaray coach
Former Italy coach Cesare Prandelli is officially named as Galatasaray's new manager.
Jul 7, 11:48
Galatasaray confirm Cesare Prandelli talks
Galatasaray confirm that they have spoken to Cesare Prandelli for the manager's job to replace Roberto Mancini.
Jul 3, 13:42
Nigeria coach Stephen Keshi steps down following France defeat
Nigeria boss Stephen Keshi becomes the sixth manager to leave his post at the World Cup.
Jul 1, 00:21
Antonio Conte set for part-time Italy role?
Juventus manager Antonio Conte could reportedly take charge of the Italian national side on a part-time basis.
Jun 29, 00:28
Alessandro Nesta: 'Italy should appoint Roberto Mancini as new manager'
Alessandro Nesta believes that Roberto Mancini is the perfect candidate to become Italy's new head coach.
Jun 27, 04:41
Fabio Cannavaro 'ready to manage Italy'
Former Italy defender Fabio Cannavaro declares his interest in replacing Cesare Prandelli as manager of Italy, admitting that he is "ready" to step up to the role.
Jun 25, 21:26
Cesare Prandelli: 'I saw Luis Suarez bite-marks'
Ex-Italy boss Cesare Prandelli reveals that he saw physical evidence which proves Luis Suarez bit Giorgio Chiellini.
Jun 24, 21:25
Giorgio Chiellini: 'Suarez should have been sent off after bite'
Italy defender Giorgio Chiellini criticises the referee's decision not to send Luis Suarez off for his alleged bite on the Azzurri man in the Italy-Uruguay game.
Jun 24, 20:51
Italy manager Cesare Prandelli resigns after World Cup exit
Italy manager Cesare Prandelli resigns as manager of the Azzurri after their World Cup defeat against Uruguay.
Jun 24, 20:18
Match Analysis: Italy 0-1 Uruguay
Sports Mole analyses the World Cup Group D match between Italy and Uruguay at the Arena das Dunas.
Jun 24, 20:07
Live Commentary: Italy 0-1 Uruguay - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text commentary of the World Cup Group D match between Italy and Uruguay at the Arena das Dunas in Natal.
Jun 24, 16:00
Luis Suarez steeling himself for Italy game
Uruguay striker Luis Suarez explains that he wasn't 100% fit against England, but he is ready to steel himself once more for the final group game against Italy.
Jun 24, 04:40
Andrea Pirlo considering Italy retirement?
Italy midfielder Andrea Pirlo is reportedly considering international retirement once the World Cup is over.
Jun 24, 02:58
Preview: Italy vs. Uruguay
Sports Mole looks ahead to the Group D encounter between Italy and Uruguay in Natal.
Jun 22, 16:28
Daniele De Rossi to miss Uruguay clash
Italy's team doctor, Enrico Castellacci, reveals that midfielder Daniele De Rossi will not face Uruguay on Tuesday due to a calf injury.
Jun 21, 22:36
Cesare Prandelli: 'Italy deserved Costa Rica defeat'
Italy manager Cesare Prandelli admits that his side deserved to lose their World Cup Group D match against Costa Rica.
Jun 20, 23:43
Match Analysis: Italy 0-1 Costa Rica
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at Costa Rica's shock 1-0 victory over Italy in Recife, a result that put England out of the World Cup.
Jun 20, 19:36
Live Commentary: Italy 0-1 Costa Rica - as it happened
Relive Costa Rica's 1-0 win over Italy in Recife as the Central Americans booked their place in the last 16 of the World Cup, eliminating England in the process.
Jun 20, 16:00
Team News: Gianluigi Buffon returns for Italy against Costa Rica
Gianluigi Buffon is restored to the Italy starting lineup for this evening's World Cup Group D match against Costa Rica.
Jun 20, 16:00
Cesare Prandelli: 'Mario Balotelli is our weapon'
Italy manager Cesare Prandelli hails the impact that Mario Balotelli has made for the national side.
Jun 20, 00:24
Preview: Italy vs. Costa Rica
Sports Mole looks ahead to the World Cup group encounter between Italy and Costa Rica.
Jun 18, 15:27
Mario Balotelli: "We do not fear anyone"
Italy striker Mario Balotelli is adamant that his side do not fear any team at the World Cup as they got their campaign off to the perfect start by defeating England.
Jun 16, 03:20
Cesare Prandelli hails Italy midfielders' performances
Italy boss Cesare Prandelli hails the performance of his midfielders, who dominated possession in the 2-1 win over England on Saturday.
Jun 15, 09:11
Cesare Prandelli: 'England one of the strongest teams in the World Cup'
Italy boss Cesare Prandelli believes that England are "one of the strongest teams in the World Cup"
Jun 15, 08:47
Cesare Prandelli slams FIFA "madness"
Italy boss Cesare Prandelli says that it is "madness" that FIFA do not allow every team the luxury of a cooling break to combat the heat in Brazil.
Jun 15, 05:41
Cesare Prandelli lauds match-winning Mario Balotelli
Italy boss Cesare Prandelli singles out match-winning Mario Balotelli for special praise following the 2-1 World Cup victory over England.
Jun 15, 03:14
Mario Balotelli wants Italy fear factor
Italy striker Mario Balotelli believes that every team should "fear" the Azzurri following their 2-1 win over England.
Jun 15, 02:29
Mario Balotelli goal downs England
England lose their World Cup Group D opener with a 2-1 defeat to Italy in Manaus.
Jun 15, 00:56
