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Latest news and information relating to sport in Italy.
Thousands pay tribute to Italian football legend Baresi
Thousands of people gathered outside a Milan church Tuesday to pay tribute to Italian football great Franco Baresi, who died last week aged 66.
How to watch the semi-finals of the 2026 World Cup on Italian TV
Whether you plan on watching the games from the comfort of your home or in the company of other fans, here’s how you can catch the World Cup semi-finals and finals on Italian TV.
A quick guide to understanding the Giro d’Italia
With the 109th edition of the Giro d'Italia just around the corner, here's everything you need to know about Italy's iconic cycling race.
Italy's ex-F1 driver turned Paralympic legend Zanardi dies
Alex Zanardi, the Italian Formula One driver who became a Paralympic champion after losing both legs in an accident, has died aged 59, his family announced Saturday.
Trump envoy asks Fifa to replace Iran with Italy at World Cup final
An envoy to US President Donald Trump has asked world football's governing body Fifa to replace Iran with Italy at the World Cup, according to the Financial Times.
Gattuso resigns as Italy coach after World Cup flop
Gennaro Gattuso quit as Italy coach on Friday as the Azzurri failing to reach a third straight World Cup continued to send shockwaves through Italian football.
Italy's football chief resigns after World Cup disaster
The head of Italy's football federation (FIGC) resigned on Thursday, falling on his sword after the men's national team failed to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup.
Italy's sport minister asks football chief to step down after World Cup disaster
Italy's Sport Minister Andrea Abodi said on Wednesday the head of the country's football federation should step down after the national team failed to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup.
Italy hoping to scale World Cup 'Everest' ahead of Bosnia play-off showdown
Italy have one more obstacle standing between them and a return to the World Cup in the shape of Bosnia and Herzegovina, who host the Azzurri on Tuesday in what promises to be a tense qualification play-off final in Zenica.
Rome gives green light to new Roma stadium
Rome's city council on Friday voted overwhelmingly in favour of Serie A club Roma's plan to build a new stadium in the northeast of the Italian capital with a view to hosting Euro 2032 games.
Italy advances to World Baseball Classic quarter-finals
Unbeaten Italy advanced to the World Baseball Classic quarter-finals by routing Mexico 9-1 on Wednesday, allowing the fancied collection of United States stars into the last eight as well.
Italy's Paralympics open with Russian athletes booed in ceremony
The Milan-Cortina Winter Paralympics started on Friday with an opening ceremony marked by Russian athletes being booed as they paraded behind their national flag for the first time since 2014.
How to watch the Milan-Cortina Winter Paralympics on TV in Italy
Those in northern Italy have the option of watching some events live, but if you prefer to watch on TV or stream the Games from your couch, here's where to find coverage of the Milano-Cortina Paralympics.
How to watch the 2026 Rugby Six Nations Championship on Italian TV
Which Italian TV channels will show the 2026 Rugby Six Nations Championship, taking place February 5th to March 14th?
Winter Olympians have used 10,000 condoms at Milan-Cortina Games
It's not just on Valentine's Day that competitors at Italy's Winter Olympics have been embracing the free condoms on offer at the athletes' accommodation.
Italian journalists declare strike over Olympic gaffes
Sports journalists at Italian public broadcaster RAI are going on strike over a gaffe-filled commentary of the Winter Olympics opening ceremony by the head of their department.
Italian gymnastics ex-coach stands trial for bullying
The former coach of Italy's rhythmic gymnastics team goes on trial on Tuesday accused of bullying athletes, fuelling questions over the treatment of young athletes as the country hosts the Winter Olympics.
Milan's San Siro prepares to close after Olympics opening ceremony
One of the world's most famous stadiums is set for a last hurrah on the international stage with the opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympics at the San Siro on Friday.
Olympic Games in northern Italy's South Tyrol have German twist
Winter Olympics events in Italy's Alto Adige, an autonomous province where over two thirds of local speak German, will include bilingual place names in an Olympics first.
Olympic chiefs admit there's 'still work to do' on main ice hockey venue
The main ice hockey venue for the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics still needs "frantic" work but all scheduled matches will be played there, organisers said on Sunday.
White Winter Olympics beckons as snow falls in Italian Alps
Snow has fallen in the Italian Alps just in time for the start of the Winter Olympics, dispelling fears of artificially-covered tracks winding through lush green mountainsides.
Five things visitors can expect from Italy's 2026 Winter Olympics
An unusual format, a "less divisive" opening ceremony than in Paris, and venues completed at the very last minute. Here's what to expect from Milan-Cortina 2026.
IOC 'confident' Italy will be ready for 2026 Winter Games
One month out from the start of the Winter Olympic Games in Italy, the International Olympic Committee's (IOC) executive director Christophe Dubi said he was confident everything would be prepared on time, despite serious concerns.