Why Italy ignore Serie A's best midfielderEven amidst a midfield injury crisis there is no room for Napoli's metronome, Jorginho, who could now decide to play for Brazil insteadWorld Cup Qualification UEFAChile
Isco & Asensio can lead Spain's new golden eraJulen Lopetegui's La Roja put on a masterclass at the Santiago Bernabeu against Italy to show that the 2010 world champions are truly back in businessOpinionWorld Cup Qualification UEFA
Italy's incredible unbeaten run ended by SpainThe Azzurri lost more than control of their World Cup qualifying group, with a superb undefeated streak also coming to an endSpainWorld Cup Qualification UEFA
Villa can make it to another World CupAll-time top scorer for La Roja, the 35-year-old is back in the squad on merit and there is no reason why he cannot feature next summer in RussiaSpainNew York City FC
Spain vs Italy: Team news & TVLa Furia Roja host the Azzurri as both sides look to take an advantage in the race for automatic qualification to the World CupWorld Cup Qualification UEFASpain
‘The No.7 belongs to David Villa’ – MorataLa Roja's record scorer is back after a three-year absence and he looks likely to pick up his old jersey for the upcoming World Cup qualifiersSpainWorld Cup Qualification UEFA
Agent: Giovinco's Italy omission 'absurd' The striker has already scored 15 goals in MLS this season, but Azzurri coach Gian Piero Ventura once again passed on bringing him in for qualifiersMajor League SoccerToronto FC
Villa never stopped hoping for a Spain recall The New York City FC striker and former World Cup winner admitted that his surprise Spain recall was a moment he'd spent years hoping for.Major League SoccerSpain
David Villa recalled to Spain squadThe striker retired from international football in 2014, but has made a dramatic u-turn after reinvigorating his career at New York CitySpainWorld Cup
What happened to drug-smuggler Moreno?After his infamous handling of Italy's 2002 World Cup loss to South Korea, the Ecuadorian's life spiralled out of control and he ended up in jailWorld CupSouth Korea
Cassano: Sex, pastries & wasted talentDuring a farcical fortnight, the talented but flawed former Italy international came out of retirement only to then reverse his decisionTransfersSerie A
Buffon welcomes Szczesny challengeThe 39-year-old goalkeeper promises to remain eager and ensure he keeps his place at club and international level to bring a bright end to his careerJuventusSerie A
WATCH: Gimenez's amazing own goal The 22-year-old fired an unstoppable effort into the top corner of his own goal as Uruguay were beaten by Italy in a friendly encounterAtletico MadridUruguay
'Utd management of Darmian bizarre'The Red Devils have delayed their full-back linking up with his country for international duty after appearing in a Europa League final win over AjaxManchester UnitedPremier League
Netherlands want Van Gaal as adviserThe national team have crumbled since the former Barcelona and Ajax boss guided them to a bronze medal in the World Cup and he could be set to returnNetherlandsBulgaria
Italy-Albania match stopped for fireworksVisiting supporters hurled incendiary devices onto the Renzo Barbera turf, forcing both teams back into the dressing room before order was restoredSerie AWorld Cup Qualification UEFA
Buffon breaks Euro cap recordThe Juventus captain surpasses Iker Casillas and Vitalijs Astafjevs after being selected for his 168th international appearanceJuventusSerie A
Cannavaro reveals toughest opponentThe Italy legend is considered one of the greatest defenders of all time despite his small stature but there was one forward who kept him up at nightBrazilWorld Cup
Conte: I didn't sleep for six daysThe Blues boss relived his most painful moment as a player, warning his players that the title is not yet securedPremier LeagueChelsea
Ventura: Belotti like Ronaldo, BuffonA €100 million release clause in the starlet's new Torino contract will not distract him from improving given his dedication, insists the Italy coachTorinoSerie A
Ventura: Buffon welcome as Italy coachThe Juventus legend is set to retire after the 2018 World Cup and his boss with the Azzurri is keen for him to form part of the nation's backroom sta…AlbaniaWorld Cup Qualification UEFA
Zola likes Balotelli recall chancesIt has been two years since the former AC Milan striker played for his national team, but with his current form for Nice, Zola is sure he will be bac…Ligue 1Nice
Injury problems keep Balotelli outThe Italy international striker has at least had the door opened for a recall to the AzzurriNiceLigue 1
Are Germany the best team ever?Goal takes a look at the most successful countries in the international arena and reveals which is the greatest of all timeSpainGermany
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