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Juventus

Also known as: Juve

Juventus — Italian football club in sixth place risking Champions League elimination, facing Torino in May 2026 derby under coach Luciano Spalletti.

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  1. July 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    Pirlo bitter over debate that cost him Italy coaching job By AFP July 27, 2026 07:34 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Coppa Italia - Final - Atalanta v Juventus - Mapei Stadium - Citta del Tricolore, Reggio

    Pirlo bitter over debate that cost him Italy coaching job
  3. Citizen Digital

    s between them that they look for each other and they connect well, I think that it will be a great step forward in the quality of our game." Chelsea will also play fellow London club Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday in Sydney, before flying to Hong Kong for a match against Juventus

    Alonso says 'great signing' Rogers can rejuvenate Chelsea
  4. The Standard

    Presently coach of United Arab Emirates side Dubai United, he failed to deliver when in charge of Juventus -- for whom he had sparkled as a player -- Sampdoria and Turkish outfit Karagumruk."I have followed with great bitterness the debate surrounding my candidacy," he wrote, whi

    Pirlo bitter over debate that cost him Italy coaching job
  5. Citizen Digital

    Pirlo set for Italy job after Guardiola rejection, report says By Reuters July 25, 2026 10:01 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Coppa Italia - Final - Atalanta v Juventus - Mapei Stadium - Citta del Tricolore

    Pirlo set for Italy job after Guardiola rejection, report says
  6. Citizen Digital

    In 2020, French World Cup winner Blaise Matuidi's move to Inter Miami from Juventus triggered an MLS investigation that resulted in the club being hit with a $2 million fine for breaching salary cap regulations.

    Inter Miami signs Brazil veteran Casemiro but MLS probes deal
  7. Citizen Digital

    I'm looking forward more to signing new players rather than losing the ones we have here." Alisson has a year left on his contract at Anfield and has been linked with a move to Juventus, but Iraola is keen to bank on the 33-year-old Brazilian's experience in the forthcoming seaso

    Iraola wants Mac Allister and Alisson to stay with Reds
  8. Citizen Digital

    Then came Juventus, a stint back at United, and now the figurehead of Saudi Arabia's bid for footballing respectability at Al Nassr.

    Close to tears and on his own as Ronaldo's World Cup dream ends
  9. The Standard

    Then came Juventus, a stint back at United, and now the figurehead of Saudi Arabia's bid for footballing respectability at Al Nassr.

    Close to tears and on his own as Ronaldo's World Cup dream ends
  10. June 2026
  11. Citizen Digital

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    'I'm back': Ronaldo scores at sixth World Cup as Portugal run riot
  12. Citizen Digital

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    'I'm back': Ronaldo scores at sixth World Cup as Portugal run riot
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Andrea Pirlo loses Italy coaching job over debate

The News

Former Italy playmaker Andrea Pirlo, who was favoured for the national coaching post, expressed bitterness on Monday over the debate that has led to him no longer being a candidate. Pirlo had become the favourite to revive the national side after Italy failed to qualify for the World Cup for the third successive time.

27 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Yesterday

  1. Andrea Pirlo loses Italy coaching job over debate

    Former Italy playmaker Andrea Pirlo, who was favoured for the national coaching post, expressed bitterness on Monday over the debate that has led to him no longer being a candidate. Pirlo had become the favourite to revive the national side after Italy failed to qualify for the World Cup for the third successive time.

    27 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Chelsea boss Alonso praises Rogers signing ahead of preseason

    New Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso called Morgan Rogers, signed from Aston Villa for £117 million, "a great signing" expected to make the club more competitive and link well with Cole Palmer.

    27 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Pirlo expresses bitterness after withdrawn Italy coaching candidacy

    Former Italy playmaker Andrea Pirlo said on Monday he learned he is no longer a candidate for the national coaching job, expressing bitterness over the debate surrounding his candidacy. Pirlo had been favoured for the post after Italy failed to qualify for the World Cup for the third successive time, but questions about his limited coaching success and a contract with a Russian betting firm reportedly contributed to his withdrawal.

    27 July 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 25 July

  1. Italian Football Federation agrees Pirlo as national team coach

    The Italian Football Federation has reached an agreement with former Italy midfielder Andrea Pirlo to become the national team's coach on a four-year deal, according to Italian daily La Repubblica. The 47-year-old, currently in charge of Dubai United, is replacing Pep Guardiola, who rejected the approach.

    25 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 22 July

  1. Inter Miami signs Brazil midfielder Casemiro; MLS investigates tampering

    Inter Miami announced the signing of Brazil international Casemiro, a 34-year-old midfielder who left Manchester United as a free agent, but Major League Soccer immediately opened an investigation into allegations of tampering by the club over the deal.

    22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Liverpool boss wants Mac Allister and Alisson to stay

    Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has expressed his desire to retain midfielder Alexis Mac Allister and goalkeeper Alisson at the club, with Mac Allister having two years remaining on his five-year contract signed in 2023 and facing speculation about a possible summer departure.

    22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 7 July

  1. Cristiano Ronaldo eliminated from World Cup after losing to Spain

    Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup dream ended in a 1-0 defeat to Spain in the last-16 match, with the 41-year-old Portugal captain fighting back tears after a disappointing performance. He said he would leave the tournament with a clear conscience and reflect on what comes next.

    7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Ronaldo's World Cup dream ends in 1-0 loss to Spain

    Cristiano Ronaldo, 41, played his final World Cup match as Portugal lost to Spain 1-0 in the round of 16, ending his bid to win the tournament. The Portugal captain said he would leave "with a clear conscience" and reflected that his 2016 Euro title with the national team was equally significant to him as a World Cup would have been.

    7 July 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 23 June

  1. Ronaldo scores twice as Portugal crushes Uzbekistan 5-0

    Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score at six World Cups and struck twice as Portugal defeated Uzbekistan 5-0 in a Group K match on June 23, 2026, in Houston, advancing the team toward the knockout rounds.

    23 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Ronaldo becomes first player to score at six World Cups

    Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Portugal defeated Uzbekistan 5-0 in the 2026 World Cup, making him the first player to score at six World Cup tournaments, a record surpassing Lionel Messi. The 41-year-old captain's performance came after what he described as "a dark week," and he now has 10 World Cup goals overall, more than any other Portuguese player.

    23 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Ronaldo scores at sixth World Cup as Portugal beats Uzbekistan

    Cristiano Ronaldo became the first player to score in six World Cup campaigns, striking twice in Portugal's 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan. The result put Portugal on the brink of the knockout rounds and answered criticism following their earlier 1-1 draw with the Democratic Republic of Congo.

    23 June 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 10 June

  1. Benfica parts with Mourinho as Real Madrid return nears

    Benfica parted company with coach Jose Mourinho, who is close to returning to Real Madrid for a fee of 15 million euros, and announced an agreement with Fulham boss Marco Silva to replace him on a two-year deal.

    10 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 8 June

  1. Italy's 2006 World Cup winner Grosso joins Fiorentina

    Former Italy international Fabio Grosso, who resigned as Sassuolo coach, has signed a two-year contract with Serie A club Fiorentina. Grosso scored against Germany in the 2006 World Cup semi-finals and the decisive penalty in the final victory over France.

    8 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 5 June

  1. Fabio Grosso leaves Sassuolo, linked with Fiorentina role

    Fabio Grosso has resigned as coach of Serie A side Sassuolo after leading them back to the top flight last season, with Italian press reporting he is set to join Fiorentina as their next manager.

    5 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Ancelotti commits to learning Portuguese as Brazil's first foreign World Cup coach

    Italian manager Carlo Ancelotti, 66, agreed in May 2025 to lead Brazil as their first-ever foreign coach at a World Cup. To win over a fanbase proud of the Selecao's self-sufficiency, Ancelotti hired a Portuguese teacher and committed to four lessons a week, demonstrating unusual dedication to the language.

    2 June 2026 · The Standard

Friday 29 May

  1. Deschamps aims for World Cup exit after 14 years as France coach

    After 14 years leading France to a World Cup victory in 2018 and a final loss to Argentina in 2022, Didier Deschamps plans to step down as France coach following the upcoming World Cup in North America. France currently top the world rankings and are among the leading contenders for final victory.

    29 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 21 May

  1. Juventus risks Champions League elimination ahead of Turin derby

    Juventus faces Sunday's derby against Torino in sixth place after a 2-0 home loss to Fiorentina, needing a win and help from other results to secure a top-four Champions League spot. Coach Luciano Spalletti's team, hired in October to achieve Champions League qualification, risks missing European football and its financial impact.

    21 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 19 May

  1. Manchester City to appoint Maresca as Guardiola's successor

    Manchester City have identified former Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca as the leading contender to replace Pep Guardiola as manager for the 2026-27 season, with reports indicating Maresca has agreed a three-year deal to take over in July.

    19 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 17 May

  1. Roma beats Lazio 2-0, moves closer to Champions League

    Roma defeated local rivals Lazio 2-0 in a derby match on Sunday, with defender Gianluca Mancini scoring two headers from corners. The victory moves Roma to fourth place and within reach of Champions League qualification, needing only a win against relegated Verona next weekend to secure a spot in Europe's elite competition.

    17 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 16 May

  1. De Ligt misses Netherlands World Cup after back surgery

    Manchester United defender Matthijs de Ligt will miss the Netherlands' World Cup campaign after undergoing back surgery to address an injury that has kept him sidelined since November. He is not expected to return until the early stages of next season.

    16 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 7 May

  1. Roma closes Champions League gap as Milan and Juventus slip

    Roma have improved their Champions League qualification prospects with 10 points from four recent matches, moving within one point of fourth-placed Juventus. With Milan only two points ahead in third, Roma's resurgence now threatens both clubs' hopes of finishing in Serie A's top four.

    7 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 30 April

  1. Inter Milan close to Serie A title amid refereeing scandal

    Inter Milan could clinch their 21st league title this weekend against Parma, holding a 10-point lead over second-place Napoli with four matches remaining. A brewing refereeing scandal threatens the integrity of Italy's top flight.

    30 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

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