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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.

Franco Baresi's Funeral Is Held At Basilica di Sant'Ambrogio

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Maldini and Van Basten at the forefront of the mourners

Buffon: Conte is a better fit for Italy than Mancini, and results were not guaranteed with Guardiola

The legendary goalkeeper cast doubt on the Italian Federation's choice

Irresistible fan adoration: Zidane breaks attendance records before his first match

The legend sets the stands alight

Spalletti: Italy after Maldini's departure is like an old, worn-out phone

Steps backwards

'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.