Gennaro Gattuso was named Italy's new coach on Sunday and will be tasked with helping the Azzurri qualify for the 2026 World Cup after replacing Luciano Spalletti.

Luciano Spalletti has said that his side must "aspire" to retain their European Championship crown, even if it seems a longshot.

Argentina marked the revival of the Cup of Champions in style as they outclassed Italy 3-0 in a heavyweight clash billed as the 'Finalissima' at a raucous Wembley Stadium on Wednesday.

Danielle de Rossi, Italy's long-serving midfielder and a 2006 World Cup winner, had a very animated and revealing moment at the dugout during the latter stages of Italy's 0-0 draw against Sweden in Milan on Monday night.