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Gattuso quits as Italy boss

The Italian national team has been plunged further into a leadership crisis following the confirmed resignation of head coach Gennaro Gattuso. His departure completes a total collapse of the Azzurri hierarchy, following the exits of delegation chief Gianluigi Buffon and Italian Football Federation (FIGC) president Gabriele Gravina after a devastating play-off defeat to Bosnia-Herzegovina confirmed Italy's third consecutive World Cup absence.

It’s official… The president of the Italian Football Federation has resigned at an emergency meeting

World Cup failure reshapes Italian football

Gattuso set to pay the price for Italy's latest World Cup disaster

Gennaro Gattuso is expected to step down as Italy head coach following the nation's catastrophic failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. The Azzurri suffered a heartbreaking playoff defeat to Bosnia and Herzegovina, marking the third consecutive time the four-time world champions will be absent from the global stage.

Following the World Cup disaster, the Italian Football Federation has made its position clear on the appointment of Inzaghi

Have preparations for the post-elimination phase begun?

The president of the Italian Football Federation sets out his position on Gattuso’s sacking

Azuri in the eye of the storm once again

'Really hurt' Gattuso vents after Italy miss out on THIRD straight World Cup

Italy head coach Gennaro Gattuso admitted he is in deep pain after the Azzurri failed to qualify for their third consecutive World Cup following a dramatic playoff defeat in the hands of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Despite the historic failure, the Italian football federation has already moved to clarify the manager's immediate future amid the fallout.

Bergomi: "Tonali has banished the demons. Bosnia is better than Wales"

For the former Italy and Inter defender, the sense that they might not make it was palpable against Northern Ireland. Now it’s Bosnia, who are beatable

Capello: "Retegui has the rhythm of Arab football. Pio will be key"

The former England manager is guiding the Azzurri towards the World Cup

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Pato: "Maldini is a role model, Allegri is a winner. I hope Milan sign my son"

Allegri, Gattuso, Ibrahimovic... Pato’s account of Milan

Ambrosini: "Gattuso made me a promise; I hope he keeps it"

Memories from the manager’s close friend and comrade-in-arms through countless battles

Italy v Israel - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

'More than my own mother!' - Arsenal star reveals constant calls from Italy boss

Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori has opened up on the intense man-management style of Italy head coach Gennaro Gattuso, jokingly claiming the Azzurri boss has called him more frequently than his own mother in recent months. The versatile 23-year-old is preparing for a crucial World Cup play-off against Northern Ireland as Italy look to avoid missing out on a third consecutive tournament.

Gattuso sends Chiesa home ahead of Italy play-off

Italy head coach Gennaro Gattuso has confirmed that Liverpool winger Federico Chiesa was sent home ahead of a crucial World Cup play-off tie against Northern Ireland. The manager says the forward had some "minor issues" and "wasn't up to it".

Gattuso: "We're not a bunch of runaways; I chose Bergamo myself"

Italy's head coach talks about the play-offs and the decisions ahead of them.

Capello: "In Italy, mediocre foreign players who don't help Italians grow. Gattuso gave us a soul."

Italy v Norway - FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifier

'He's a great man' - Italy boss Gattuso told to make shock Rangers move

Italy manager Gennaro Gattuso has been touted to make a shock move back to his former club Rangers, where he played for a single but memorable season as a player. The 47-year-old has been manager of the Italian national side since June 2025 and is hoping to lead the Azzurri to the World Cup when they take part in March's play-offs. Rangers recently appointed Danny Rohl as their new boss, following the sacking of Russell Martin.

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