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Roma

Also known as: AS Roma

Roma — Italian football club competing in Serie A, recently moved within reach of Champions League qualification after defeating Lazio 2-0.

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  1. July 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    Guardiola has first hand knowledge of Italian football having played for Brescia and AS Roma (2001-03).

    Italian FA chief says in touch with Guardiola over coaching vacancy
  3. Citizen Digital

    He was also involved in controversy when Jose Mourinho, then in charge of Roma, called him a "disgrace" in a post-match news conference following his side's Europa League final loss to Sevilla in 2023.

    Premier League referee Taylor retires, bemoans 'constant scrutiny'
  4. Citizen Digital

    Garcia's spell in charge was his first job in international football having had notable stints with Lille, Roma and Marseille.

    Garcia departure leaves Belgium facing 'generational change'
  5. June 2026
  6. The Standard

    The 33-year-old centre-back signed for Real Madrid from Chelsea in 2022, after playing for Stuttgart and Roma.Rudiger won La Liga and the Champions League in 2024 with Los Blancos and the Copa del Rey in 2023.

    Rudiger extends Real Madrid deal
  7. The Standard

    The impressive air-conditioned arena is usually home to the Dallas Cowboys, and at the hydration break the NFL team's cheerleaders were shown on the massive screen hanging over the pitch performing one of their routines.The stoppage seemed to help Ronald Koeman's side and Roma fo

    Japan fight back in 2-2 Dutch thriller at World Cup
  8. Citizen Digital

    Benfica say farewell to Mourinho as Real Madrid return nears By AFP June 10, 2026 10:32 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Roma's Portuguese coach Jose Mourinho looks on during the warm up ahead of the Italian

    Benfica say farewell to Mourinho as Real Madrid return nears
  9. May 2026
  10. Citizen Digital

    Two points separate Juve from fourth-placed Roma, who head to relegated Verona, and AC Milan who sit third ahead of their match with Cagliari at the San Siro.

    Juve risk disaster as Serie A's Champions League race goes down to the wire
  11. Citizen Digital

    Roma near Champions League return with derby triumph By AFP May 17, 2026 04:43 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Roma's Italian defender #23 Gianluca Mancini celebrates scoring his team's second goal during t

    Roma near Champions League return with derby triumph
  12. Citizen Digital

    But they will again be absent from the stands at weekend for the Rome derby in which their hated local rivals Roma could take a big step towards the Champions League.

    Inter Milan win Italian Cup to secure domestic double
  13. The Standard

    But they will again be absent from the stands at weekend for the Rome derby in which their hated local rivals Roma could take a big step towards the Champions League.

    Inter Milan win Italian Cup to secure domestic double
Sport

Italian FA chief discusses Guardiola for national team coaching role

The News

Italy's football federation head Giovanni Malago confirmed he has held talks with Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola about the vacancy at the Italian national side, though he said he was "not sure that this will come about." Malago said the federation would increase the coach's salary budget in Guardiola's case and described opening dialogue as "the right thing to do."

22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 22 July

  1. Italian FA chief discusses Guardiola for national team coaching role

    Italy's football federation head Giovanni Malago confirmed he has held talks with Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola about the vacancy at the Italian national side, though he said he was "not sure that this will come about." Malago said the federation would increase the coach's salary budget in Guardiola's case and described opening dialogue as "the right thing to do."

    22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Premier League referee Taylor retires after 20-year career

    Anthony Taylor, a 47-year-old Premier League and World Cup referee, announced his retirement on Tuesday, citing intense pressure and scrutiny on officials. He officiated 831 games across his 20-year career, including 432 Premier League matches and games at the 2022 and 2026 World Cups.

    22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 20 July

  1. Belgium coach Garcia departs after World Cup quarter-final exit

    Rudi Garcia has stepped down as Belgium's head coach after the team lost to Spain in the World Cup quarter-finals. Garcia, who took over in January 2025, led Belgium to Nations League A qualification during his 18-month tenure.

    20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 16 June

  1. Rudiger extends Real Madrid contract until 2027

    Real Madrid defender Antonio Rudiger has extended his contract with the club until June 30, 2027. The 33-year-old centre-back joined from Chelsea in 2022 and won La Liga and the Champions League in 2024 with Los Blancos.

    16 June 2026 · The Standard

Monday 15 June

  1. Japan draws 2-2 with Netherlands in World Cup opener

    Japan scored an 88th-minute equaliser to draw 2-2 with the Netherlands in front of 69,285 in Texas, fighting back twice after falling behind to Virgil van Dijk and Crysencio Summerville's goals.

    15 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

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

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

Thursday 14 May

  1. Inter Milan wins Italian Cup to complete domestic double

    Inter Milan defeated Lazio 2-0 in the Italian Cup final to secure their 10th Cup triumph and complete a domestic double alongside their 21st Serie A title. An own goal and Lautaro Martinez's first-half tap-in sealed a comfortable victory in Rome.

    14 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Inter Milan wins Italian Cup, completes domestic double

    Inter Milan defeated Lazio 2-0 in the Italian Cup final on Wednesday, securing their 10th Cup triumph and completing a domestic double with their Serie A title. Inter coach Cristian Chivu said the team deserved the trophies after a good season.

    14 May 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 13 May

  1. Rome derby rescheduled to Monday to avoid Italian Open tennis clash

    Rome's prefect moved the Roma vs. Lazio Serie A derby from Sunday, May 18 to Monday at 1845 GMT to manage public order during the Italian Open men's final, which is set to take place near the Stadio Olimpico. Serie A confirmed it will appeal the rescheduling in local administrative courts.

    13 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

  2. Liverpool expect Salah available before end of season

    Liverpool FC said Wednesday that Mohamed Salah is expected to be available to play again before the season ends, after a suspected hamstring injury forced him off in Saturday's 3-1 win over Crystal Palace. Salah, who will leave the club at the end of the season after nine years, was a 33-year-old Egypt international.

    30 April 2026 · Citizen Digital

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