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Baldini named interim coach for Italy

April 13, 2026April 13, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

With both its head coach and federation president gone following a third consecutive World Cup failure, the Azzurri turn to their Under-21 boss, Silvio Baldini, as interim coach. The search for a permanent solution begins in earnest.

Sinner beats Alcaraz to take monte Carlo title Image credit: Corinne Dubreuil/ATP Tour

Sinner reclaims No.1 spot with Monte Carlo triumph

April 13, 2026April 13, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

A straight-sets victory over Carlos Alcaraz in a blustery final at the Rolex Monte Carlo Masters restores Jannik Sinner to the summit of world tennis. Sinner triumphed 7-6 (7-5), 6-3.

Gravina, Italian football federation chief quits.

Gravina and Buffon resign after missing third World Cup in a row

April 3, 2026April 3, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The Azzurri’s elimination by Bosnia-Herzegovina in a penalty shoot-out sends shockwaves through Italian football, prompting the resignations of both federation president Gabriele Gravina and legendary goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon.

Italy fail to make the main draw of the 2026 World Cup. Image credit: FIFA

Italy miss World Cup for third consecutive time

April 1, 2026April 1, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The four-time world champions have now gone 12 years without appearing at football’s biggest tournament, and face at least another four. The team lost a painful penalty shootout against Bosnia-Herzegovina and miss the World Cup for a third consecutive time.

Sinner wins Sunshine Double

March 31, 2026March 31, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy’s world number two, Jannik Sinner, matches a Federer landmark of winning the Sunshine Double, whilst shattering a Djokovic record in a dominant March on the tennis circuit.

Sinner wins Indian Wells title

March 16, 2026March 16, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italian tennis player Jannik Sinner claimed the title at the Indian Wells Open on Sunday, defeating Daniil Medvedev in straight sets after two closely contested tiebreaks.

Italy reach WBC quarter-finals after dominant win over Mexico

March 12, 2026March 12, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy maintained their perfect record at the World Baseball Classic (WBC) with a commanding 9–1 victory over Mexico in Houston on Wednesday, securing first place in Pool B and a place in the quarter-finals.

Italy beat England in Six Nations. Image credit: Six Nations Rugby

Italy beat England for first time in historic Six Nations victory

March 8, 2026March 8, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy made rugby history with a thrilling victory over England in the Six Nations. They defeated the English for the first time in 33 attempts, 23-18, in what is regarded as the greatest result in the history of Italian rugby.

Meloni: “With these Olympics, Italy’s name resounds around the world”

February 23, 2026February 23, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy’s 2026 Winter Olympics have not only delivered record-breaking performances and logistical achievements but have also become a moment of national pride and international visibility, according to Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.

Vittozzi and Ghiotto will be the flag bearers at the closing ceremony of the Milano Cortina 2026 games.

Vittozzi and Ghiotto to carry flag at Olympic closing ceremony

February 20, 2026February 20, 2026Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Biathlete Lisa Vittozzi and speed skater Davide Ghiotto have been selected as Italy’s flag-bearers for the closing ceremony of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. The ceremony will take place on Sunday at the historic Arena di Verona.