Italy

Serie A Rocked as Italian Referee Chief Steps Aside Over Fraud Allegations

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Italian football has been thrown into fresh uncertainty after Gianluca Rocchi, the man responsible for assigning referees in Serie A and Serie B, voluntarily suspended himself amid a sporting fraud investigation. The case is being handled by prosecutors in Milan and has immediately become one of the biggest stories in Italian football. Rocchi has not … Read more

Italy to Replace Iran at the World Cup? The Truth Behind the Viral Rumour

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Football isn’t just played on the pitch — it’s governed by structure, rules, and fairness. Italy’s failure to qualify through UEFA wasn’t a minor setback; it closed the door completely. Once those qualification spots are filled, there’s no shortcut back in. Even if Iran were to withdraw, FIFA wouldn’t turn to Europe for a replacement. … Read more