Italy
Denmark and Slovakia land showpiece ICF events
The International Canoe Federation (ICF) has announced that Lake Bagsvaerd in Denmark will host its Canoe Sprint World Championships in 2021, while the Slovakian capital of Bratislava is to stage its Canoe Slalom World Championships in the same year.
Erzurum lining up 2026 Olympics bid, Milan targets 2028 Games
The Turkish city of Erzurum is preparing a bid for the 2026 winter Olympic and Paralympic Games, while Milan is said to be considering returning Italy to the bidding table for the summer Games for its 2028 edition.
Serie A clubs present new stadium plans
Fiorentina has unveiled plans for a new 40,000-capacity stadium, while fellow Italian Serie A football club Cagliari has announced that work on its new ground will begin within a month.
Giro d’Italia to be offered Velon data treatment through RCS deal
The Velon umbrella body of professional cycling teams has agreed a deal with Italian sports and media company RCS Sport to begin using rider performance-tracking technology at certain events as part of a wider effort to boost fan engagement in the sport.
Palermo set to conclude takeover
Italian Serie A football team Palermo has announced that Paul Baccaglini will become its new president after the US-born businessman agreed a deal to acquire the club.
Tavecchio retains power at Italian Football Federation
Carlo Tavecchio has been re-elected as president of the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) after seeing off the rival claims of Andrea Abodi.
AC Milan’s Chinese takeover delayed again
The completion of a Chinese consortium's proposed takeover of Italian Serie A football club AC Milan has again been delayed.
Roma receives green light for new stadium development
Italian Serie A football club AS Roma has been given permission by the city of Rome to press ahead with its plans to develop a new 52,500-capacity stadium.
AC Milan’s Chinese takeover saga set for March conclusion
The drawn-out Chinese takeover of Italian Serie A football club AC Milan will finally close on March 3, according to Reuters.
CASE STUDY | Lega Serie B’s social media strategy
In-depth interview with Federico Smanio, head of digital and fan relations at Italian football's Lega Serie B, who explains the organisation's social media strategy, which is hindered by regulations preventing it from publishing match videos on social feeds.
Rome’s Ryder Cup hit by fresh financial blow
Rome’s staging of the 2022 Ryder Cup has been hit by fresh financial concerns after Pietro Grasso, President of the Italian Senate, removed an amendment to a bill that would have provided a guarantee of €97m ($104.2m) for the golf showpiece.
Roma hit by fresh blow to new stadium project
Italian Serie A football club AS Roma has suffered a new blow in its quest to build a new stadium after being told by the city council to amend plans for the project.
Rome to stage Archery World Cup Final
World Archery has announced that its World Cup circuit will this year conclude with an event in the Italian capital of Rome.
Golf’s Italian Open switches from Rome to Turin
The Italian Golf Federation (FIG) has announced that the European Tour’s Italian Open tournament will relocate from Rome to Turin for its 2017 edition, as preparations continue for the staging of the 2022 Ryder Cup.
Rome to host CEV Champions League finale
The European Volleyball Confederation (CEV) has announced that the Italian capital of Rome will host the Final Four stage of its 2017 Men’s Champions League club competition.
Juventus unveils major rebranding project
Italian Serie A football team Juventus has unveiled a rebranding initiative that it states will seek to expand the business side of the club, targeting both existing fans and those with less of an interest in the sport.
Fiorentina enters plans to replace long-time home
Italian Serie A football club Fiorentina has submitted plans for a new stadium with officials hoping that the first game could be played in 2021.
Chinese investment group meets latest deadline for AC Milan takeover
The Chinese investment group seeking to close a takeover of AC Milan has met its latest deadline in its efforts to acquire the Italian Serie A football club.