Italy
AC Milan owners seek to share financial burden – report
AC Milan’s Chinese owners are looking for one or more investors to ease the financial burden of this year’s takeover of the Italian Serie A football club, according to Reuters.
America’s Cup committed to Auckland as Italy option outlined
America’s Cup organisers have stated they are committed to staging the 2021 edition of the historic sailing match in Auckland, but only if the New Zealand city can develop the infrastructure needed to host the regatta.
Juventus reports huge rise in revenues, profit
Italian Serie A football club Juventus has reported major increases in revenue and profit for the 2016-17 season, with the Turin giant’s financial results boosted by the then-record transfer of Paul Pogba.
Juventus president suspended after ticketing probe
Juventus has said it will appeal after the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) imposed a one-year suspension on the Serie A champion’s president, Andrea Agnelli, for his role in a scandal connected to ticket sales at the club.
Formula E returns motor racing to Switzerland
Motor racing will return to Switzerland for the first time in more than 60 years following the announcement that Zurich will join Santiago, Sao Paulo and Rome as new venues on the 2017-18 Formula E calendar.
Giro d’Italia breaks new ground as Israel confirmed for 2018 ‘Big Start’
RCS Sport, organiser of the Giro d’Italia, has today (Monday) formally confirmed Israel as host for the ‘Big Start’ of the 2018 edition of the cycling race, revealing that the country saw off competition from a host of other candidates from Italy and elsewhere to secure hosting rights.
Juventus president facing ban after ticketing probe
Juventus president Andrea Agnelli is facing a two-and-a-half year ban as part of an Italian Football Federation (FIGC) investigation into the Serie A champion’s ticketing arrangements.
Giro d’Italia confirmed for historic start in Israel
The Israeli sports ministry has today (Thursday) confirmed that the country will host the ‘Big Start’ of the 2018 Giro d’Italia cycling race.
Naples details sports line-up for 2019 Universiade
Organisers of the 2019 summer Universiade in Naples, Italy, have confirmed that the multi-sport event will feature rugby sevens, sailing and shooting as part of its program.
Atalanta hails stadium deal
Italian Serie A football club Atalanta has sealed a deal to acquire its stadium from the Comune di Bergamo and will now proceed with redevelopment plans for the venue.
Italian Rugby Federation seizes control of Pro12 team
The Italian Rugby Federation (FIR) has moved to assume control of Pro12 club Zebre in order for it to continue competing in the competition.
Inter appoints new CEO, restructures club administration
Italian Serie A football club Inter Milan has today (Monday) promoted Alessandro Antonello to the role of chief executive and formed a new department designed to enhance its global image.
Italian Open returns to Monza in latest venue change
The Italian Golf Federation (FIG) has opted to move the Italian Open, a key tournament on the European Tour, for the second time this year by returning it to Golf Club Milano in Monza.
South African teams set to join expanded Pro12
An agreement has been reached for South African rugby teams the Cheetahs and Southern Kings to enter the Pro12 pan-European competition after losing their Super Rugby status, according to multiple reports.
Jerusalem lined up for Giro d’Italia’s ‘Big Start’ – report
Jerusalem in Israel has secured hosting rights to the ‘Big Start’ of the 2018 Giro d’Italia cycling race, according to the Cycling Weekly website.
Plans revealed for new Italian F1 team
Zoran Stefanovic, the businessman behind the failed effort to establish a Formula One team named Stefan GP, has revealed he is planning to form a new Italian-based entry for the motor racing series.