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European Qualifiers: 23 named to Azzurre squad for Malta and Bosnia Herzegovina fixtures

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European Qualifiers: 23 named to Azzurre squad for Malta and Bosnia Herzegovina fixtures

First call-up for Roma's Giada Greggi. Italy in action on 4 October in Ta'Qali and 8 October in Palermo

26 September 2019

The fairy tale of ‘The World Cup Girls’: the ‘boom’ of women’s football after France 2019

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The fairy tale of ‘The World Cup Girls’: the ‘boom’ of women’s football after France 2019

From television audiences to the explosion on social media, the FIGC Study Centre looks at the legacy left behind by the Women’s World Cup...

12 September 2019

Italy overcome Georgia thanks to Girelli’s goal: two wins on the bounce in the European qualifiers

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Italy overcome Georgia thanks to Girelli’s goal: two wins on the bounce in the European qualifiers

The Azzurre won 1-0 in Tbilisi, hitting the woodwork three times and spurning several chances. Coach Bertolini: "Lots of mistakes and a lack of clarity, it's normal to expect more"...

03 September 2019

The Azzurre looking for second win in EURO 2021 qualifying: Georgia vs. Italy coming up tomorrow

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The Azzurre looking for second win in EURO 2021 qualifying: Georgia vs. Italy coming up tomorrow

After departing from Tel Aviv with three points in the bag, Italy Women have arrived in Tbilisi...

02 September 2019

Italy complete their comeback to beat Israel, the first three points to kick off the race for European qualification

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Italy complete their comeback to beat Israel, the first three points to kick off the race for European qualification

The Azzurre came back from behind to win 3-2 thanks to goals from Girelli, Bartoli and Giacinti. Coach Bertolini: "We knew it wouldn't be an easy game, we have to grow"...

29 August 2019

Azzurre set to kick off qualification campaign for EURO 2021

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Azzurre set to kick off qualification campaign for EURO 2021

With a fifty-place gap between the sides in the FIFA World Rankings (Italy: 14th, Israel: 64th), the Azzurre will go into tonight’s match (17:30 CEST, live on Rai 2) against Israel as clear favourites...

28 August 2019

Women's National Team flies to Tel Aviva before opening qualifier against Israel

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Women's National Team flies to Tel Aviva before opening qualifier against Israel

The Women’s National Team has today flown to Tel Aviv where they will be in action for the first time following the World Cup in France

26 August 2019

Milena Bertolini confirmed as Azzurre Coach: “It’s the start of a new path with more responsibility”

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Milena Bertolini confirmed as Azzurre Coach: “It’s the start of a new path with more responsibility”

The Coach has renewed her contract for the next two years. Gravina: “It’s everything she deserves for the great work she’s done.”...

22 August 2019

European Qualification: 5 new players in Milena Bertolini's squad to face Israel and Georgia

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European Qualification: 5 new players in Milena Bertolini's squad to face Israel and Georgia

Qualifying is set to start for the 2021 Women’s European Championship with England hosting the finals and Milena Bertolini’s side will gather once more after an excellent World Cup on Thursday 22 August at Coverciano ahead of the opening two qualifie…

19 August 2019

The Azzurre pay visit to Quirinale. Mattarella: “You won your World Cup”

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The Azzurre pay visit to Quirinale. Mattarella: “You won your World Cup”

Nine months after the FIGC’s 120th-anniversary celebrations, the Azzurre today visited...

04 July 2019

The Azzurre to be received by President Mattarella on Thursday

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The Azzurre to be received by President Mattarella on Thursday

The President of the Italian Republic, Sergio Mattarella, is set to meet the Italian Women’s National Team

02 July 2019

The Azzurre set to fly back to Italy following World Cup exit. Bertolini: “This World Cup is a starting point”

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The Azzurre set to fly back to Italy following World Cup exit. Bertolini: “This World Cup is a starting point”

The Azzurre’s run has come to an end in the quarters, but the feeling is that the World Cup in France represents a new path for women’s football...

30 June 2019

Italy defeated by the Netherlands at the quarter-final stage of the World Cup

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Italy defeated by the Netherlands at the quarter-final stage of the World Cup

Italy’s splendid run at the World Cup in France has come to an end at the quarter-final stage...

29 June 2019

The Azzurre look to write history against the Netherlands. Bertolini: “The perfect performance is needed”

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The Azzurre look to write history against the Netherlands. Bertolini: “The perfect performance is needed”

On 29 June 2000, Francesco Totti did his best Vincent Van Gogh impression and showed...

28 June 2019

Italy rest ahead of their quarter-final clash against the Netherlands. Giacinti: “We’re enjoying a magical moment”

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Italy rest ahead of their quarter-final clash against the Netherlands. Giacinti: “We’re enjoying a magical moment”

Milena Bertolini’s Italy side are back where it all began, staying in the same hotel that hosted the side for their opening World Cup fixture against Australia...

27 June 2019

Huge numbers tune in to watch the Azzurre. A quarter-final showdown with the Netherlands awaits on Saturday

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Huge numbers tune in to watch the Azzurre. A quarter-final showdown with the Netherlands awaits on Saturday

The whole of Italy is behind Milena Bertolini’s side, a passion that is once again reflected by the huge numbers that tuned in to watch...

26 June 2019

No let-up for Italy as the Azzurre beat China to make the quarter-finals

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No let-up for Italy as the Azzurre beat China to make the quarter-finals

This incredible tournament for Milena Bertolini’s side goes on. Italy were determined and brave, doing what they had to in the final third to beat China 2-0 while staying compact at the back. The result sends the Azzurre through to the quarter-final…

25 June 2019

China stand in the way of Italy and a quarter-final place. Bertolini: “It’ll be a difficult and balanced game”

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China stand in the way of Italy and a quarter-final place. Bertolini: “It’ll be a difficult and balanced game”

In 1991, Italy reached the quarter-finals in the World Cup held in China, the Azzurre’s best-ever finish...

24 June 2019

Heading towards the last 16. Cernoia: “We’ve still got a lot to offer, we’ll surprise you”

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Heading towards the last 16. Cernoia: “We’ve still got a lot to offer, we’ll surprise you”

European teams continue to advance at the World Cup, with Germany and Norway being the first two teams...

23 June 2019

Giuliani ahead of Tuesday's last 16 clash against China: "Let's not put the brakes on now"

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Giuliani ahead of Tuesday's last 16 clash against China: "Let's not put the brakes on now"

After an entertaining round of group stage action, it’s now time for the knockout rounds...

22 June 2019