Salvatore “Toto” Schillaci passed away at the age of 59, leaving behind a legacy that resonates deeply within the realm of football. The news of his death was confirmed by Palermo hospital on Wednesday, where he had been fighting against colon cancer. Schillaci became a household name during the 1990 FIFA World Cup held in
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Newcastle United has officially announced that midfielder Sandro Tonali is eligible to return to competitive football for his team’s upcoming game against Tottenham on September 1st. This comes after the completion of a lengthy 10-month ban that was imposed on Tonali for breaching gambling rules in Italy. The ban, which was handed down by the
Arsenal made headlines with the announcement of signing Riccardo Calafiori from Bologna for a hefty transfer fee of £42 million. The 22-year-old defender’s journey to this point has been marked by ups and downs, from a career-threatening knee injury to shining on the world stage at Euro 2024. This article delves into Calafiori’s evolution as
Despite Italy’s disappointing performances at Euro 2024, the Italian Football Association (FA) has decided to stand by their head coach, Luciano Spalletti. The confirmation came from Gabriele Gavrina, the head of the Italian FA, during a news conference following Italy’s 2-0 defeat against Switzerland in the round of 16. Gavrina expressed full trust in Spalletti
Italy, the defending champions, entered Euro 2024 with low expectations from fans and pundits alike. However, their performance in the tournament was far below mediocre. The 2-0 loss to Switzerland in the round of 16 highlighted several issues within the team, from poor form in defense to a lackluster attack. While some blame can be
Croatia was dealt a blow by UEFA’s Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Body, which imposed a hefty fine of €105,000 ($112,455) for incidents that occurred during the Euro 2024 match against Italy. The Croatian Football Association confirmed this fine, attributing it to the inappropriate behavior of some Croatian fans during the game in Leipzig. The fine
As the Euro 2024 tournament progresses, teams are facing the challenge of balancing rest and preparation during the first rest days. Various coaches are taking different approaches to this crucial period. While some, like France’s Didier Deschamps, opt for a more relaxed atmosphere, allowing players time with their families, others, such as England’s Gareth Southgate
Italy coach Luciano Spalletti’s praised his players for showing a never-say-die attitude in rescuing a point with a 98th-minute equalizer against Croatia to secure a place in the European Championship round-of-16. While Substitute Mattia Zaccagni’s goal earned them a draw, Spalletti acknowledged that there was much room for improvement in their performance. Spalletti admitted that
Retired Italy star Roberto Baggio experienced a night of terror when he was robbed at gunpoint in his own home while watching the European Championship game between Italy and Spain. At least five armed robbers invaded Baggio’s villa near Vicenza, striking him on the head with the butt of a gun during the confrontation. The
In a closely contested match between Spain and Italy, a Riccardo Calafiori own goal ended up being the deciding factor, leading to Spain securing a victory with six points from two matches. The game showcased the talent of Spain’s exciting wingers Nico Williams and Lamine Yamal. It was Williams who provided the crucial assist that