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Ferran Torres' brace saw the Spanish through to Sunday's final

Italy's unbeaten run ended as Spain reach Nations final

Ferran Torres struck twice as Spain exacted partial revenge for their Euro 2020 semi-final exit by progressing to the final of the Nations League with a 2-1 win over 10-man Italy in Milan.

Soccer • 07 Oct 21

'We didn't pay much attention to it until the Spain game, then the anger inside of us began to mount'

Bonucci: Rice 'mistake' spurred Italy to Euros glory

Italian defender Leonardo Bonucci has credited a stray comment from Declan Rice with spurring on the Azzuri to Euro 2020 glory.

Soccer • 29 Sep 21

It's the Euros champs versus the Copa America champs

Italy to face Argentina in inaugural 'Finalissima'

European Championship winners Italy will face Copa America winners Argentina in June 2022, the soccer governing bodies of Europe and South America said on Tuesday.

Soccer • 28 Sep 21

Stacey Flood kicks a penalty against Italy on Sunday

Fiona Hayes excited by Stacey Flood's progression at 10

Former Ireland prop Fiona Hayes feels Stacey Flood has been making steady progress in the 10 jersey and is excited to see how Adam Griggs' side build around her kicking game.

Rugby • 20 Sep 21

Beibhinn Parsons showed her world class credentials in Parma

Sensational Parsons keeps Ireland's RWC dream alive

Ireland's fight for a place at the 2021 Women's Rugby World Cup is back on track, thanks to a powerful defence, and the world class talents of wing Béibhinn Parsons.

Rugby • 20 Sep 21

Ireland captain Ciara Griffin is hoping to right some wrongs against Italy

Griffin ready to embrace the pressure in Italy

Ireland captain Ciara Griffin is ready to embrace the high-pressure situation of their crucial Rugby World Cup 2021 qualifier with Italy.

Rugby • 18 Sep 21

Beibhinn Parsons in action against Spain

Griggs: Spain defeat is out of our system

Ireland head coach Adam Griggs is confident that the side's grieving process will be complete ahead of their make-or-break Rugby World Cup 2021 qualifier with Italy on Sunday.

Rugby • 18 Sep 21

Eve Higgins featured in Ireland's 25-5 win over Italy in the Six Nations in April

Four changes to Ireland team for Italian job

Ireland coach Adam Griggs has made four changes to his side for the Rugby World Cup 2021 qualifier showdown against Italy in Parma on Sunday afternoon.

Rugby • 18 Sep 21

Ireland got off to a losing start this week

Miller: Plenty to work on for Ireland to beat Italy

Former Ireland international Alison Miller thinks Ireland can bounce back and beat Italy in Sunday's World Cup qualifier but warns that big improvements will be needed from the shock defeat to Spain.

Rugby • 17 Sep 21

Ireland must beat Italy on Sunday or their RWC2021 hopes are over

Ireland v Italy live on RTÉ Player

Ireland's must-win Rugby World Cup qualifier against Italy today will be live on the RTÉ Player.

Rugby • 19 Sep 21

Jorginho missed a penalty yet Italy still broke the record after drawing with Switzerland

Italy break world record after 36 unbeaten

Italy broke the record for the longest unbeaten run in international matches after they were held to a goalless draw by Switzerland in a World Cup qualifier on Sunday, with Jorginho missing a penalty again.

Soccer • 05 Sep 21

Ireland face three games in the space of 12 days

Ireland Parma-bound as RWC qualifiers confirmed

Ireland will face Spain, Italy and Scotland in their Rugby World Cup qualifying campaign, which takes place in Parma later this month.

Rugby • 03 Sep 21

Manuel Locatelli, pictured with ex-Juventus midfielder and current vice chairman Pavel Nedved

Juventus sign Italy Euro 2020 winner Locatelli

Juventus have signed Italy Euro 2020-winning midfielder Manuel Locatelli from Sassuolo.

Soccer • 18 Aug 21

Tokyo 2020: 4 x100 relay gold for Italy and Jamaica

Italy's Filippo Tortu ran a breathtaking final leg to help them win the men's 4x100 metres relay gold at the Tokyo Olympics on Friday.

Olympics • 15 Aug 21

England beat Italy to claim U20s Grand Slam

England beat Italy 27-17 to complete a Six Nations Under-20s Grand Slam in Cardiff this afternoon.

Rugby • 13 Jul 21

The team is made up of five Italians, three Englishman and a player each from Spain, Belgium and Denmark

Five Italians named in Euros team of the tournament

Five players from champions Italy and three from runners-up England have been named in the Euro 2020 team of the tournament.

Soccer • 13 Jul 21

Ireland finished third in the table following wins over Scotland, Wales and Italy

Ireland finish U20s campaign with defeat to France

Ireland finished in third place in the Under-20 Six Nations following a 34-28 defeat to France.

Rugby • 13 Jul 21

Locals left messages of support on the plastic that covers offensive graffiti on the mural of Marcus Rashford

Rashford apologises for missed penalty in moving post

Marcus Rashford has apologised for his missed penalty in England's Euro 2020 final defeat to Italy but promised to come back stronger.

Euro 2020 • 13 Jul 21

Viewers watched in record numbers as Italy emerged victorious

Over 1.1m watch conclusion of Euro 2020 on RTÉ

An average of 938,000 television viewers watched as Italy edged-out England on penalties in the final of Euro 2020 on RTÉ2, while the match set a new streaming record on RTÉ Player.

Soccer • 12 Jul 21

The Italy squad touched down on home soil early on Monday morning

'Three Lions turned into puppies'

The Italian media lauded their Euro 2020 heroes on Monday morning after a dramatic penalty shootout success over England at Wembley.

Euro 2020 • 12 Jul 21

Leonardo Bonucci: "It is for everyone, we said from day one it was for them and for us."

'Sorry, the cup is taking a flight to Rome' - Bonucci

Leonardo Bonucci says Italy were spurred on to win Euro 2020 by England fans insisting football was coming home.

Euro 2020 • 12 Jul 21

The England manager said: 'That's my responsibility, I chose the guys to take the kicks'

'That's my responsibility' - Southgate on shootout loss

Gareth Southgate took full responsibility for England's failure from the spot as Italy secured Euro 2020 glory at Wembley.

Soccer • 11 Jul 21

Euro 2020 final: Italy win on penalties - recap

Italy beat England 3-2 on penalties following a 1-1 draw after extra-time to win Euro 2020.

Euro 2020 • 11 Jul 21

Giorgio Chiellini, captain of Italy lifts the Euro 2020 trophy

Italy are Kings of Europe after penalty shootout win

Italy beat England 3-2 on penalties after the Euro 2020 final ended 1-1 following extra time at Wembley on Sunday to secure their second European Championship title.

Soccer • 11 Jul 21

England boss Gareth Southgate (R) goes head to head with Roberto Mancini and Italy tonight

Southgate tells England fans not to boo Italian anthem

Harry Kane is out to "finish the job" and fire England to Euro 2020 glory by maintaining his scoring streak.

Euro 2020 • 11 Jul 21