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Zola returns to Italy setup amidst a complete overhaul of the Azzurri

The Italian Football Federation has officially confirmed that legendary forward Gianfranco Zola will return to the national team setup in a prominent backroom role. Zola joins an elite management team tasked with modernising the Azzurri, working alongside newly appointed head coach Roberto Mancini and technical director Claudio Ranieri.

'He was the toughest player I faced' - Romario pays tribute to late Baresi

Brazilian icon Romario has paid a heartfelt tribute to Franco Baresi following the death of the legendary AC Milan defender at the age of 66. The World Cup winner hailed his former rival as the single toughest opponent he encountered throughout his illustrious career, reflecting on their memorable battles on the world's biggest footballing stages.

'Great sadness' - Tributes flow in for Franco Baresi

The football world is mourning the tragic loss of AC Milan and Italy legend Franco Baresi, who has passed away at the age of 66. Tributes have poured in from across the globe to honour the iconic defender following a spectacular career for club and country.

Revealed: Why Ancelotti SAID NO to Italy to stay in Brazil

Carlo Ancelotti has revealed why he rejected an approach to manage the Italy national team, opting instead to stay with Brazil. The 67-year-old manager reaffirmed his commitment to the Selecao project following a turbulent coaching search by the Italian Football Federation (FIGC).

Mancini makes shock return as Italy head coach

Roberto Mancini has completed a sensational return as Italy head coach following the dramatic collapse of Andrea Pirlo's proposed appointment. The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) has turned back to their Euro 2020-winning manager after failing to secure primary targets and facing high-profile resignations within their hierarchy.

Italy in shambles! Maldini & Leonardo quit FIGC already

Italian football has been plunged into fresh chaos following the sensational resignations of Paolo Maldini and Leonardo just 16 days into their tenure. The high-profile duo decided to walk away from the FIGC project after the federation blocked their chosen candidate for the national team job, Andrea Pirlo.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
5	Atletico Escobar	2	1	0	1	1	3	-2	3	W L
6	Independiente Chivilcoy	1	0	1	0	1	1	0	1	D
7	Sportivo Las Parejas	2	0	1	1	0	2	-2	1	D L
8	Tucuman Central	2	0	1	1	1	5	-4	1	D L
9	Sarmiento de Resistencia	2	0	0	2	1	5	-4	0	L L

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