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'Luka Modric is a giant!' – Gennaro Gattuso tells AC Milan midfielder to watch and learn from Real Madrid great as Italy boss explains decision to leave star out of squad

Gennaro Gattuso addressed his decision of not selecting young midfielder Samuele Ricci in Italy's squad for this month's World Cup qualifiers, citing his lack of regular playing time at AC Milan as the reason. The Italy head coach, however, urged the 24-year-old to "watch" and learn from the iconic ex-Real Madrid midfielder, who has made an immediate impact since arriving at the San Siro.

The Buffon name lives on! Legendary Italian goalkeeper Gigi's son Louis – a winger – makes league debut for Pisa 30 years after his father

Legendary Italian goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon's son Louis, a winger, has made his Serie A debut for Pisa - 30 years after his father made his bow in the league. The 17-year-old, part of Pisa’s squad since 2023, made his first Serie A appearance on Sunday, albeit in a difficult 4-0 defeat against Bologna at the Stadio Renato Dall’Ara.

Super Scott McTominay! Ex-Man Utd midfielder outranks Declan Rice, Erling Haaland & Jude Bellingham in Ballon d'Or standings after starring in title-winning campaign with Napoli

Former Manchester United midfielder Scott McTominay has finished ahead of big names such as Arsenal's Declan Rice, Manchester City goal machine Erling Haaland and Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham in the 2025 Ballon d’Or rankings. The Scotland international is ranked in 18th place after a stellar season that saw him score 12 Serie A goals and help deliver the Scudetto for Napoli.