
Gennaro Gattuso Pledges to Relocate Abroad if Italy Fails to Qualify for the World Cup for the Third Consecutive Time
In a playful ultimatum, Italy's coach Gennaro Gattuso threatens to "flee the country" if his squad misses the World Cup for a third straight time. Despite their dominant 3-0 win over Israel, Italy sits second in qualifying, risking play-offs for 2026

Serie A, officially known as Serie A TIM for sponsorship reasons, is Italy’s top-tier professional football league and one of the most storied competitions in global football. Founded in 1898, it features 20 clubs battling from August to May in a 38-match season for the prestigious Scudetto title, UEFA Champions League qualification, and to avoid relegation to Serie B. Renowned for its tactical sophistication, passionate fanbase, and historic rivalries like the Derby d’Italia (Juventus vs. Inter Milan) and Derby della Madonnina (AC Milan vs. Inter), Serie A is a cornerstone of football culture.






