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Francesco Pio Esposito is keeping his feet on the ground after his first senior Italy goal at the age of 20. ‘It all happened so fast, but it has to be a starting point. I don’t like to rest on my laurels.’ The Azzurri had got off to a bright start in Estonia this evening, with Moise Kean opening the …

Newcastle United could be open to selling William Osula during the January transfer window. The 22-year-old striker has been linked with multiple clubs in recent weeks, and it will be interesting to see how the situation develops. He needs to play regularly at this stage of his career, and leaving Newcastle could be ideal for him in January. However, summer …

Como president Mirwan Suwarso has underlined the club’s commitment to long-term planning, revealing that head coach Cesc Fabregas plays a key role in shaping the team’s future – including identifying his eventual successor. Speaking to Sportitalia, Suwarso explained that the club’s ownership structure is built around stability and continuity rather than short-term reactions. “I don’t think there is any permanence …

Mateo Retegui insists the missed penalty will not put him off taking them again for Italy after the 3-1 victory in Estonia, especially as Erling Haaland had an even worse experience. It was a good start in Tallinn, as Moise Kean found the net within five minutes and then limped off with a sprained ankle. Retegui had a mixed half, …

Gennaro Gattuso insists ‘the important thing is to create chances’ after Italy beat Estonia 3-1, with his sights set firmly on the 2026 World Cup play-offs. It was a strong start in Estonia, as Moise Kean opened the scoring within five minutes, but then limped off with a sprained right ankle. Mateo Retegui saw a penalty saved, only to make …

Sandro Tonali is Football Italia’s MOTM in Italy’s 3-1 win over Estonia in the World Cup qualifiers. Donnarumma 4.5 – Had barely anything to do all evening and gifted the hosts a consolation goal after a calamitous blunder, catching the ball from a cross before dropping it immediately in front of the goal. Calafiori 7.5 – A dominant force in the …

Italy dominated Estonia in Tallinn with Moise Kean, Mateo Retegui and Francesco Pio Esposito goals, but also missed a penalty and paid for a Gianluigi Donnarumma howler. The Azzurri had won both games under new coach Gennaro Gattuso, 5-0 over Estonia in Bergamo and 5-4 with Israel last month. With Mattia Zaccagni and Matteo Politano out injured, he adopted an …

Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez has been linked with a move away from the club in the coming months. The South American has been a key player for Chelsea since joining the club, and his performances have attracted the attention of Real Madrid. The Spanish outfit needs more quality and depth in the middle of the park, and the World Cup …

Claim up to &pound/€50 free sports match bet. Enter promo code: F50. New customers only. Sign up with F25 promo code for up to &pound25 free matched bet. New customers only. SoccerNews in English Premier League 11 Oct 2025 Enzo Fernandez has withdrawn from the Argentina squad due to a knee injury. The Chelsea midfielder played 78 minutes of the …

Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo has been linked with a move away from the club in recent months. The 20-year-old has struggled for regular game time at Old Trafford, and he needs to move on in search of regular playing time. He has been linked with multiple clubs. Pete O’Rourke has revealed on Football Insider that there is a real …

Moise Kean endured a brief night of mixed emotions for Italy, scoring the opening goal against Estonia before being forced off with an ankle injury just minutes later. The Fiorentina forward struck early in the first half, finishing smartly with his right foot after being set up by Federico Dimarco in a vital World Cup qualifier for the Azzurri. However, …

Claim up to &pound/€50 free sports match bet. Enter promo code: F50. New customers only. Sign up with F25 promo code for up to &pound25 free matched bet. New customers only. Erling Haaland scored a hat-trick after twice being denied from the penalty spot, as Norway thumped Israel 5-0 to remain perfect in World Cup qualifying. Dan Biton tripped Patrick …

Claim up to &pound/€50 free sports match bet. Enter promo code: F50. New customers only. Sign up with F25 promo code for up to &pound25 free matched bet. New customers only. Bruno Fernandes insists his decision to reject a move to the Saudi Pro League was due to his desire to stay at Manchester United and had nothing to do …

Thomas Frank’s Tottenham Hotspur are keen on signing FC Porto attacking sensation Samu Aghehowa. Despite having made significant investments to bolster their attack in recent seasons, Tottenham still lack firepower in the final third. The North London club haven’t been able to address to striker issue, and they are considering signing another number nine in the near future. According to …

Gennaro Gattuso’s assistant manager Luigi Riccio confirms that Italy’s starting system against Estonia is a 4-4-2 in name only, thanks largely to the movement of Giacomo Raspadori on the left. The game with Estonia kicks off at the Le Coq Arena in Tallinn at 19.45 UK time (18.45 GMT). You can follow all the build-up and action as it happens …