Alex Manninger played for Arsenal, Liverpool and Juventus at peak of his career while winning 33 Austria caps.
In a visit to the GulfItalian PM Meloni emphasized the importance of the region to Italian and European security.
Prime Minister Meloni is the first EU and NATO country leader to visit the region since the war began.
The Azzurri’s failure to reach a third consecutive World Cup continues to send shockwaves through Italian football.
Pope Leo washed the feet of 12 priests in a ritual, using the moment to urge Catholics to stand with the oppressed.
Italian men’s football has struggled recently, in contrast with other Italian teams.
Days after missing out on World Cup 2026 spot, Italy are warned that their cohosting of Euro 2032 could be in doubt.
Italy’s sport minister says football federation boss should step down after national team loses playoff to Bosnia.
Pope Leo XIV has urged US President Donald Trump to find an “off-ramp” from the US and Israel’s war on Iran.
After the match was level at 1-1 after extra time, Bosnia and Herzegovina beat Italy 4-1 on penalties to reach finals.
