Gian Piero Ventura sacked by Italy following World Cup failure

Gab Marcotti and Craig Burley go back and forth on how much Gian Piero Ventura is at fault for Italy missing the World Cup.

Gab Marcotti examines Italy's pivotal second-leg playoff match against Sweden, breaking down what Ventura needs to change.

Italy have parted company with coach Gian Piero Ventura following their failure to qualify for the 2018 World Cup, the Italian Football Federation has announced.

The Azzurri were beaten by Sweden in a two-legged World Cup playoff meaning they will not be at the World Cup for the first time since 1958.

Some reports in Italy said Ventura handed in his resignation after Monday's goalless draw with Sweden sealed the Azzurri's fate, but the coach said he would first speak to federation president Carlo...