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July 27, 2026

Italy: Football coach drama, Val di Susa clashes — FrontPages.eu, July 27, 2026

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Italy is grappling with a dual focus of domestic news today, centered on a high-profile football coaching controversy and ongoing anti-high-speed rail (No Tav) protests. Andrea Pirlo, the former football star, announced his withdrawal as a candidate for the national team coach, citing his collaboration with a Russian betting agency as a potential reason. This development has sparked widespread discussion among politicians and football figures alike, with newly appointed Technical Director of the Italian Football Federation, Paolo Maldini, now facing the task of finding a new coach. Concurrently, the Val di Susa region remains a flashpoint for clashes related to the No Tav project. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Minister of the Interior Matteo Piantedosi visited the area following recent unrest, with prosecutors investigating potential involvement of anarchist groups in acts of devastation. Minister Piantedosi has condemned the protests as an attack on the state, urging for national unity. In economic news, the government is preparing an intervention to address rising fuel prices, with the Council of Ministers scheduled to discuss measures today as diesel costs approach record highs. Meanwhile, Rome's iconic historical sites, including the Colosseum and Pantheon, are set to offer extended evening hours in August, providing a positive note amidst the day's more contentious headlines.

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Andrea Pirlo, currently the head coach of Dubai United, has publicly stated he is no longer a candidate for the Italian national football team coach position, a decision he learned of recently. The move is widely attributed to concerns over his collaboration with a Russian betting agency, which some politicians and figures, including Gianni Rivera, have criticized in light of Italy's stance on the war in Ukraine. The Italian Football Federation, led by President Giovanni Malagò and Technical…

Il Fatto Quotidiano: Pirlo Not to Be Coach: 'Learned Yesterday Evening I'm No Longer Candidate.'…

Andrea Pirlo expresses his disappointment on social media at not being chosen as the Italian national football team's coach, clarifying that his collaboration with a Russian betting agency had no political significance.

Corriere della Sera: Pirlo's outburst: 'I am no longer a candidate for the national team, I feel…

Andrea Pirlo expresses his disappointment and states he is no longer a candidate for the national team coach position, following a decision by Malagò and a meeting. The story also touches upon Maldini's potential departure.

ANSA: Pirlo: 'I learned I am no longer a candidate for the coach role'

Football figure Andrea Pirlo announced via Instagram that he is no longer a candidate for the national team coach position, following a statement of solidarity from the Russian ambassador to Italy.

Il Fatto Quotidiano: What Happens Now? Other Coaches in the Running & Confrontation Between Malagò…

Following Pirlo's non-appointment, this article details the current situation, other coaching candidates, and the impending confrontation between FIGC President Malagò and AC Milan director Maldini, who may resign.

Corriere della Sera: Who will replace Pirlo? Conte, Mancini, Baldini or a surprise name

This article speculates on the potential candidates to replace Andrea Pirlo as the national team coach, including Conte, Mancini, and Baldini, and considers the possibility of an unexpected choice.

Corriere della Sera: Shevchenko against his former teammate and the trip to Moscow never forgiven…

Andriy Shevchenko criticizes an unnamed former teammate (likely Pirlo) and his past actions, referencing a trip to Moscow.

la Repubblica: Rivera: "Russia case is serious, needs severity. Paolo didn't know?"

An interview with Rivera discusses the 'Russia case', emphasizing the need for seriousness and questioning Paolo's alleged lack of knowledge.

Il Post: Andrea Pirlo Not to Be National Coach

Andrea Pirlo announced via Instagram that he learned overnight he will not be the national team coach, reportedly due to his role as a testimonial for a Russian betting agency.

la Repubblica: Pirlo on social media: "I will not be the coach of the National Team". E…

Andrea Pirlo states on social media that he will not coach the National Team, while Paolo Maldini is considering retirement.

The Val di Susa region is experiencing heightened tensions due to ongoing 'No Tav' protests against the high-speed railway project. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Minister of the Interior Matteo Piantedosi have visited the area following recent clashes at construction sites, which resulted in arrests. Prosecutors are now investigating the protests for alleged devastation and looking into the possible involvement of the anarchist group Askatasuna. Minister Piantedosi has strongly condemned…

La Stampa: No Tav: Prosecutors investigate for 'devastation,' asking if Askatasuna was…

Prosecutors are investigating the 'No Tav' movement for alleged devastation and are looking into whether the anarchist group Askatasuna was involved in directing the protests.

La Stampa: No Tav, Meloni and Piantedosi in Val di Susa after clashes at construction sites

Prime Minister Meloni and Minister Piantedosi visited the Val di Susa region following clashes at construction sites related to the No Tav project.

Corriere della Sera: Piantedosi speaks after Bologna and the No Tav clashes: 'It's an attack on the…

Interior Minister Piantedosi condemns the No Tav protests and clashes, calling it an attack on the state and urging for unity among democratic forces.

ANSA: Meloni and Piantedosi in Val di Susa after No Tav clashes at construction sites

Prime Minister Meloni and Interior Minister Piantedosi visited the Val di Susa region following violent clashes between No Tav protesters and authorities at construction sites, resulting in the arrest of four foreign activists.

The Italian government is preparing to intervene on rising fuel prices, with the Council of Ministers scheduled to discuss potential measures today. This comes as diesel prices are nearing historic record highs, prompting urgent action to address the economic impact on citizens.

ANSA: Fuel price intervention coming, today the Council of Ministers

The Italian government is preparing an intervention to address rising fuel prices, with the Council of Ministers set to discuss measures today as diesel prices approach historic record highs.

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