England defeat was 'stupid' - GomezThe Besiktas striker, who scored against the Three Lions, says his side cannot afford to take their foot off the gas against Italy after their collap…GermanyFriendlies
Khedira backs absent SchweinsteigerIt would be a "big mistake" to presume the Manchester United midfielder's time at the top level is winding down, says Germany's stand-in skipperGermanyFriendlies
Neuer not contemplating retirement yetThe Bayern Munich and Germany shot-stopper insists he has no desire to hang up his gloves just yet and has set his sights on winning more honours for…GermanyBundesliga
Jordi Alba: Casillas is a greatThe Barcelona defender has said that his former rival deserves his place with La Roja and is looking forward to a replay of the Euro 2012 finalSpainFriendlies
'Capello a safe option to replace Conte'The former Milan defender believes the Azzurri will not go far wrong by opting to appoint the ex-England manager as their next boss after Euro 2016 e…FriendliesEuropean Championship
Cannavaro eyes Italy jobThe ex-Parma and Real Madrid defender, who captained his country to World Cup glory in 2006, has revealed his desire to take over the Azzurri reins i…FriendliesEuropean Championship
No Italy call for BalotelliThe Liverpool striker has endured a difficult season on loan with Milan and has been left out of Antonio Conte's squad ahead of their upcoming games …Friendlies
Giovinco: I'm in race for Euro 2016A brilliant debut season for the Canadian side led to a recall from Antonio Conte, and the forward believes a repeat would see him go to FranceToronto FCMajor League Soccer
El Shaarawy targets Euros 2016 spotThe forward says one of the reasons behind his transfer was to gain a spot in Antonio Conte's Italy sideRomaEuropean Championship
Tavecchio wants Conte extensionThe president of Italian football's governing body hopes the national team coach will stay on after Euro 2016European Championship
Conte hints at Balotelli exileThe on-loan Liverpool striker has made just four appearances this season and scored one goal after a series of injury problems, and he may miss this …European Championship
Belgium group favourites - ConteThe 2012 runners-up will take on Marc Wilmots' men as well as Sweden and the Republic of Ireland in the first round, and warned against Zlatan's powe…IrelandSweden
Bonucci & Conte voice Euro 2016 fearsThe Juventus defender has called on those in charge to take the necessary measures to safeguard next summer's European ChampionshipFranceFriendlies
Conte doubtful on Pirlo's Italy futureThe Azzurri boss believes the time has come to look at other options for his midfield, hinting that the midfielder's time could soon be upFriendlies
Barzagli Italy retirement after EurosThe Juventus defender has announced that he will retire from international football after the tournament in France next year, though will continue to…JuventusEuropean Championship
Conte: Italy should be seededThe Azzurri coach is amazed that the country will be in Pot 2 for December's draw for Euro 2016 after qualifying for the tournament undefeatedNorway
Di Natale backs Balotelli for Euro '16The AC Milan striker - who has been praised for his form since returning to Serie A - should be picked by Antonio Conte, according to the veteran str…AC Milan
Italy's Conte eyes Euros top-fourThe Azzurri boss has featured in the continental competition before as a player, but is looking forward to his first taste from the nation's bench af…
Bonucci: Conte's Italy rebornThe Juventus defender has hit back at critics of the national boss, praising the coach's impressive contribution following a dismal World Cup 2014 ca…
Verratti: Pirlo still key to ItalyThe PSG midfielder, who shone in the absence of the veteran playmaker, believes his experienced team-mate still has a huge role to play with the Azzu…
Italy's Conte delighted to qualifyFollowing Italy's win over Azerbaijan, which saw them qualify for the finals next summer, their relieved coach stressed the group stage had been diff…
Buffon urges Italy to seize qualificationRunners-up four years ago, Italy can qualify for Euro 2016 with a win over their minnow opponents, with their legendary captain urging his side to be…Azerbaijan
El Shaarawy: I am happy at MonacoThe on-loan Milan attacker has indicated he is enjoying life on the French Riviera ahead of the Azzurri's Euro 2016 qualifierMonacoAzerbaijan
Insigne out of Italy squadThe Naples-born winger will miss the two upcoming European Championships qualifiers after picking up a leg injury whilst playing for his club side on…Azerbaijan
Italy boss Conte slams Pirlo criticismThe coach has lept to the defence of the midfielder, with fellow veteran Buffon also swift to back his long-time team-mate
Verratti: I don't care if Pirlo playsAs the debate continues over the iconic midfielder's international future, the PSG star is focusing on his own place in the Azzurri XI
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