Bassano Overview

U.S. Men's National Team goalkeeper Jonathan Klinsmann suffered a broken neck while playing for Cesena this weekend. The American shotstopper, who was part of USMNT camp in the fall, was forced out of the game in the final moments of his team's 2-0 loss to Palermo after colliding with a Palermo player.

Former England international Ashley Cole has opened up about the lack of opportunities for aspiring coaches in the English game after taking his first senior managerial role in Italy. The legendary left-back admitted that he felt "discouraged" by domestic clubs before Serie B outfit Cesena offered him the chance to prove his credentials.