WOLVERHAMPTON (ENGLAND) (ITALPRESS) – Less than a year after his dismissal, Gary O’Neil could be set for a return to the Wolverhampton bench. Following the departure of Vitor Pereira yesterday morning, the club — according to the BBC — has contacted the 42-year-old coach to discuss a possible comeback, although Rob Edwards, currently in charge of Middlesbrough, is also in the running. Talks with O’Neil have reportedly been positive so far, with the manager — who was sacked last December while the team was battling relegation — open to returning. The Wolves currently sit bottom of the Premier League with just two points from 10 matches.

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ZURICH (SWITZERLAND) (ITALPRESS) – FIFA’s Court of Appeal has rejected the appeal of the Football Association of Malaysia and seven players, upholding the sanctions imposed by the Disciplinary Committee for falsifying documents. The Federation has retained the fine of approximately €377,000, and the one-year suspensions for players Gabriel Felipe Arrocha, Facundo Tomßs Garces, Rodrigo Julian Holgado, Imanol Javier Machuca, João Vitor Brandão Figueiredo, Jon Irazabal Iraurgui, and Hector Alejandro Hevel Serrano – all also fined €2,150 each – found responsible for falsifying documents to play for the Malaysian national team.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Finance Minister Clyde Caruana has cautioned that Malta may be approaching a saturation point in tourism, urging a shift toward attracting higher-spending visitors rather than ever-increasing numbers.

Following the presentation of Budget 2026, Caruana said both government and industry must accept that there are natural limits to how many tourists the island can sustainably host.

“The sector itself will also have limitations to growth. If this country ends up attracting four million tourists, will it really afford to bring in more people?” he asked. “If the numbers continue to rise, the quality of a holiday in Malta will surely deteriorate.”

He noted that overcrowding is already evident. “In summer, you go to a beach and can hardly find a place to lay down your towel. This is why certain measures were already taken in Comino,” he said, referring to the visitor cap introduced to protect the Natura 2000 site.

Caruana argued that Malta should prioritise visitors with “deeper pockets,” warning that “it makes no sense to keep chasing quantity tourism from Europe.”

Malta welcomed a record 3.56 million tourists in 2024, up from 2.75 million in 2019. Between January and August 2025 alone, 2.68 million arrivals were registered, suggesting another record year ahead.

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PARIS (FRANCE) (ITALPRESS) – “It’s one of the best matches you can see today, given what the two teams represent and the recent results of us and Bayern, who are a very strong team. Dembele? He’s been out injured for a long time. He’s in decent physical condition. We’ll see tomorrow if and how much he’ll play.” PSG coach Luis Enrique spoke to Sky Sport on the eve of the Champions League home match against Bayern Munich. “Our goal is to win this competition for the second year in a row. It’s a difficult feat to repeat, but we want to try,” added the Spanish coach.

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MILAN (ITALPRESS) – One year after announcing the acquisition of First Bank, Intesa Sanpaolo has completed its integration with the Group’s Romanian subsidiary, Intesa Sanpaolo Bank Romania, following approval from the National Bank of Romania and registration with the Trade Registry.

From today, the two institutions will operate under a single brand — Intesa Sanpaolo Bank Romania — consolidating the bank’s presence in the country and representing a new step forward in the Intesa Sanpaolo Group’s strategy for growth and investment across Central and Eastern Europe. Paola Papanicolaou, Head of Intesa Sanpaolo’s International Banks Division, said: “The merger with First Bank is an important step in strengthening our presence in Central and Eastern Europe. It reflects Intesa Sanpaolo’s confidence in Romania’s potential and our long-term commitment to the country. We are proud to bring the experience, innovation, and values of our Group to support Romania’s sustainable growth, working alongside people, businesses, and institutions to build an inclusive future”.

Clients of the newly combined bank will immediately benefit from: • An expanded national network: 58 branches and over 700 ATMs and multifunctional terminals across the Intesa Sanpaolo Bank Romania and Euronet networks. • A better digital experience: Faster and simpler banking services through online platforms and the mobile app, ensuring efficient and secure management of accounts, payments, and financial products. • Innovative, competitive financial solutions: Advanced products and services for retail, SME, and corporates clients. The new Intesa Sanpaolo Bank Romania — with assets of around €3.1 billion, over 170,000 clients and a team of more than 1,100 employees — is part of one of Europe’s leading banking groups, serving 21.5 million clients, with a strategic presence in 12 countries across Central and Eastern Europe and in Egypt. The Group stands out for its strong commitment to ESG principles, including the green transition and social impact.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – Around half of foreign workers in Malta leave the country within three years, according to a new study by the Central Bank.

The analysis shows that departures begin early — 10% leave within the first three months of employment, rising to 19% within six months and nearly one-third by the end of the first year. Only a small minority stay beyond six years.

Third-country nationals (TCNs) tend to remain longer than European Union citizens, though both groups experience high turnover. The study notes that EU nationals benefit from freedom of movement, while many TCNs use Malta as a stepping-stone to the wider European labour market.

Foreign worker inflows surged from under 10,000 in 2012 to about 42,000 in 2023, while exits also climbed sharply, peaking at 23,400 in 2024. Despite strong net migration, the study describes Malta’s foreign population as “highly transient.”

Managers were found to stay the longest, while clerical and service workers leave the soonest. Workers in health, education and administrative roles also tend to remain longer than those in hospitality and manufacturing.

The Central Bank warns that high turnover limits productivity gains, as many workers depart before their experience can benefit employers. It calls for policies that improve retention through social integration, affordable housing and clearer career pathways.

The government’s new labour migration policy — described as a “turning point” — aims to extend stays by easing permit renewals, rewarding training, and discouraging excessive staff turnover. The study concludes that success will depend on effective implementation and adaptability to evolving labour market conditions.

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LONDRA (INGHILTERRA) (ITALPRESS) – Vitor Pereira has been sacked by Wolverhampton Wanderers: yesterday’s defeat against Fulham was decisive for the Portuguese manager, a resounding 3-0 that confirms Wolves’ horrendous start to the Premier League, still without a win (only two points in 10 games).

Pereira arrived at Molineux last December. While waiting for a new manager, James Collins and Richard Walker have been appointed interim managers.

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BARCELONA (SPAIN) (ITALPRESS) – Harry Kane could be Barcelona’s top target for next season. According to “Sport,” contacts have already taken place between the Blaugrana club and the entourage of the English striker from Bayern Munich, who could leave Germany for €65 million. Barcelona is thus considering replicating a new “Lewandowski operation.”

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LONDON (ENGLAND) (ITALPRESS) – Napoli are prepared to cover Kobbie Mainoo‘s entire salary in a bid to secure his signature in the January transfer window, according to English media.

In January—a month in which Zambo Anguissa will be missing, busy with the Africa Cup of Nations, and given the prolonged unavailability of Kevin de Bruyne, injured—Aurelio De Laurentiis could gift Antonio Conte Kobbie Mainoo, the 20-year-old English midfielder rarely used by Ruben Amorim at Manchester United.

The “Sunday Mirror” reports this, recalling that Mainoo was also a target of the Italian champions last summer, but Amorim had blocked the transfer. Now a new attack is ready, with Napoli proposing an initial loan, which would become a mandatory contract in the summer of 2026. Mainoo, who has made just eight appearances for the Red Devils this start of the season, would welcome a transfer, also to avoid missing out on the England national team in the year of the World Cup.

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VALLETTA (MALTA) (ITALPRESS/MNA) – The European Commission has reaffirmed that Malta’s finch-trapping “research derogation” remains in breach of European Union law, warning the country is still under scrutiny for failing to comply with a European Court of Justice (ECJ) ruling.

In a letter dated 27 October 2025 to BirdLife Malta Chief Executive Mark Sultana, the Commission clarified that Environment Commissioner Jessika Roswall did not endorse Malta’s derogation during her recent meeting with Minister for Gozo and Planning Clint Camilleri. Instead, Roswall requested details on how Malta intends to implement the ECJ judgment in case C-23/23.

The Commission confirmed that its formal notice to Malta, issued in February 2025, remains valid as it assesses the new trapping rules adopted on 17 October. The letter, signed by Nicola Notaro from the Directorate-General for Environment, warned that if Malta persists in breaching EU law, the Commission may refer the case back to the ECJ.

BirdLife Malta accused the government of disguising an “illegal practice” already condemned by the ECJ in September 2024 and said the so-called research seasons of 2024 and 2025 have worsened Malta’s non-compliance with the EU Birds Directive.

The NGO reiterated its call for Malta to end all finch trapping and respect the Court’s rulings, warning that ongoing defiance could trigger further legal action and EU sanctions.

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