Maldini confirms crisis-hit Italy have held talks with Guardiola and Ancelotti

Italy have failed to qualify for last three World CupsGuardiola is out of work while Ancelotti is still with BrazilThe Italian football federation (FIGC) has talked to Pep Guardiola, the former Manchester City coach, and Carlo Ancelotti, the Brazil manager, about taking over the crisis-hit national team.It hopes to announce the new Italy coach within the week, with the Azzurri still reeling after failing for a third straight time to qualify for the World Cup. Continue reading...

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