Italy's 2026 World Cup hopes hinge on a final San Siro clash with Norway on November 16. New coach Gennaro Gattuso faces a tough road after a shaky start, aiming to propel the Azzurri into contention for automatic qualification.
FIGC President Gravina suggests Mateo Retegui's lucrative Saudi move could impact his Italy national team future, citing concerns over league competitiveness and player form. This comes as Italy faces new challenges, including a FIFA ranking drop.
Spain's two-time Ballon d'Or winner, Aitana Bonmati, has been discharged from hospital after recovering from viral meningitis. Her timely return for Euro 2025 training camp is a major boost for the World Champions.