ROME (ITALPRESS) – “It’s a bit strange watching the national team, but I don’t miss it.” Former England coach Gareth Southgate told the BBC almost a year after his resignation. “I used to spend every waking hour thinking about the players and how to improve England. In everyday life you don’t feel the weight of expectations anymore only when you lose them,” he recalled.

His successor, Thomas Tuchel, said England lacked a clear identity at the last European Championships. “It doesn’t matter what I think or how I took it,” he replied. “I think it’s fundamental to give the team and the coach the space to operate. I had an incredible experience in charge of the national team, but the time has come for them to carry the project forward and I will be a fan of theirs,” he concluded.

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MILAN (ITALPRESS) – Milan wants Granit Xhaka. The player’s father, Ragip, confirmed the Rossoneri’s interest in the 32-year-old Bayer Leverkusen midfielder. “I won’t talk about the terms of the deal, the clubs have to find an agreement between themselves,” he told Kosovar broadcaster Teve1. “Tare? I appreciate him,” added Xhaka senior. According to Teve1, the Rossoneri would have gone as far as to offer up to 15 million euros for Xhaka, but the Germans’ request would be stuck at 20.

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BARCELONA (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – The wait is over: Barcelona has announced that it will return to play at the Camp Nou on Sunday 10 August, on the occasion of the Joan Gamper Trophy, a traditional friendly event of the Blaugrana summer.

After more than two years of renovation work (not yet completed), the historic facility will be open to the public with a reduced capacity (according to the Spanish press, 25,000 spectators are expected). Barcelona has not yet made official its opponent for the Gamper Trophy, but as reported by Mundo Deportivo, Como, a team coached by a Blaugrana legend: Cesc Fabregas, is in pole position.

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ROME (ITALPRESS) – Stefano Pioli is no longer the coach of Al-Nassr. The Saudi club, in fact, with a post on social media has made official “the termination of the contractual relationship with the coach of the first team” and thanked “mister Pioli and his staff for their commitment in the past season”, wishing them “success” for the future.

The coach, who arrived in Saudi Arabia at the helm of CR7 and his teammates in September 2024 after the divorce with Milan, can now sign for Fiorentina, the club that chose him to restart after Palladino’s farewell.

Pioli, born in 1965, has already coached the Viola from 2017 to 2019 and also wore the jersey of the lily club as a footballer: from 1989 to 1985.

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PARIS (FRANCE) (ITALPRESS) – Olympique Lyon has been relegated to Ligue 2. This is the decision taken today by the DNCG (National Directorate of Control and Management) after examining the file relating to the club with former Roma and Milan coach Paulo Fonseca, which also boasts former Giallorossi player Nemanja Matic among its ranks.

According to the French press, the club’s president, John Textor, and general manager, Michael Gerlinger, were heard by the competent bodies but their reasons were not accepted and therefore, at the moment, they have not been able to avoid the administrative relegation, which had already been decided on November 15. Lyon can now appeal against this latest decision.

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ROME (ITALPRESS) – Pavel Nedved is starting over in his native Czech Republic. The former footballer, after his managerial experience at Juventus and recently at Al-Shabab, was officially appointed today by the FACR (Football Federation of the Czech Republic) as manager of the national teams, “with direct responsibility for the senior national team and the Under-21 team”.

“I am very happy that the 2003 Ballon d’Or winner and long-time manager has decided to accept the Federation’s offer”, said David Trunda, president of the FACR. “This job means a lot to me: it is an honor and a great responsibility to take on this role. I thank President David Trund; I will work hard for Czech football. I will do everything I can to bring it to success”, said Nedved.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Malta calls for “greater unity of the European Union” and active engagement with international partners to prevent the further escalation of global conflicts. This was stated by the Maltese Minister for Foreign Affairs Ian Borg, who yesterday attended the EU Foreign Affairs Council in Brussels.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – The film industry is becoming a powerful engine for Malta’s economy, creating jobs and attracting substantial foreign investment. This was the central theme at a national conference organised by the Malta Film Commission at Fort Ricasoli, aimed at building a strong, inclusive, and sustainable sector.

Government officials, creative industry leaders, educators, and business representatives gathered to explore how Malta can further develop its film industry to benefit the entire population—from technicians to producers—while continuing to appeal to international filmmakers.

Industry expert Dustin Chodorowicz highlighted Malta’s potential, stating that small countries can carve out a unique niche in the global film sector. He praised Malta’s stable economy and its ability to invest in both physical infrastructure and skilled workers, making it an attractive filming destination.

Film Commissioner Johann Grech emphasised the industry’s positive economic impact, noting that Malta is now consistently selected for international productions. Grech also stressed the importance of ongoing training, with 75% of Maltese film workers upgrading their skills through programmes funded by a portion of the cash rebate offered to foreign productions.

Arts Minister Owen Bonnici underlined the sector’s resilience, especially in the face of challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic. He revealed that Malta currently hosts eight active productions and has attracted 169 productions in recent years, generating over €635 million in investment, including major Hollywood projects.

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LEIPZIG (GERMANY) (ITALPRESS) – From the failed renewal with Werder to the subsequent fired, to then arrive at the bench of Leipzig. Ole Werner is officially the new coach of the Red Bull club. Werner has signed a two-year contract until June 30, 2027.

Last May 27, he was fired by Werder who did not appreciate his no to the renewal proposal, a month after signing with the club that has Jurgen Klopp as coordinator of the technical area. “Ole is a young, promising and extremely ambitious coach and we will have the opportunity to grow together – club’s CEO, Marcel Schäfer, said -. We have been following him for a long time and are happy to have him with us. Ole embodies a clear playing philosophy based on ball possession, quick transitions, pressing, tactical flexibility and a courageous, determined and combative attitude. Together we will work hard to bring Leipzig back on the road to success”.

“I am very happy to be the coach of this club – Werner added -. We share the same ideas on the style of play and working methods and for me it was easy to accept the offer of a club that historically plays a bold and attacking football, recognized at international level”.

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BARCELONA (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – For the Catalan press it is the decisive step, but in reality for Athletic Bilbao little changes. According to “El Chringuito de Mega”, which is reported by Mundo Deportivo and Sport, Nico Williams has communicated to the Basque directors that he intends to leave the club and move to Barcelona.

The position of the red and whites does not change: payment of the entire amount of the termination clause (58 million) or nothing will be done. According to Mundo Deportivo, between 1 and 2 July the requested amount will be paid and Nico Williams will officially become an azulgrana player.

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