Published Jul 27, 2026, 5:49 AM ET · Updated 4 months ago · 5 sources
Andrea Pirlo out of running for Italy job but defends deal with Russian betting firm
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Andrea Pirlo has confirmed he is no longer in line to coach Italy, with his sponsorship deal with a Russian betting firm believed to behind the development. Several Italian politicians have raised concerns about Pirlo’s role as an ambassador for Fonbet, saying the national team coach should not have conflicting views on Italy’s support for Ukraine in the war with Russia. Sign in now (it takes 30 seconds) to carry on reading Not signed in before? Create a free account Writing on Instagram on Mond