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Maldini makes big claim on Pirlo's blocked appointment as Italy's manager

ByAayush Yadav, Staff Writer

Published: 13:54, 9 Aug 2026Updated: 13:56, 9 Aug 2026

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Maldini insists there would have been no legal complications had Italy genuinely wanted to appoint Pirlo

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