Bologna goalkeeper Emiliano Viviano admits the match against his former team Brescia at the Mario Rigamonti stadium will be an emotional one for him. The Italy international moved to Bologna in the summer of 2009 after six campaigns at Brescia but still has strong ties to the city. "It will be a special match for me," Viviano said. "I think I will be well received by my former fans. "I am ver...Full Story »

A first-half goal by Giuseppe Rossi helped 10-man Italy to a 2-0 friendly victory in Ukraine on Tuesday, undermining home coach Yuri Kalitvintsev's hopes of keeping the job long-term. Villarreal striker Rossi, who have flattered to deceive for Italy in the past, shone throughout the game and fired his side into the lead on the 28th minute when he scored from close range following a scramble a...Full Story »