Tunnel #40 - American Wedding
And we interviewed Marco Materazzi
After 40 issues, it’s time for an admin reveal: my name is Andrea Agostinelli, editor for nss sports. I have been curating this newsletter since its inception. Back in 2006, when I was 17, I thought my life couldn’t have been better, as my first holiday with friends was just a few days after Italy won the World Cup.
I was right. Firstly, because you’re only 17 once, and secondly, because I’ve never seen Italy win the World Cup since. On top of that I’ve been waiting 12 years to spend a summer night watching the Azzurri play in the World Cup.
Some of that sadness was alleviated a few weeks ago when I had the opportunity to meet the man who helped me create the best summer of my life: Marco Materazzi. July 9th will mark the 20th anniversary of Italy’s 2006 World Cup victory, so it felt like the perfect time to interview him. We didn’t just do that: we also assembled one of the greatest production teams to shoot a truly evocative photoshoot for our latest issue of MORE THAN.
Marcelo Bielsa said he’s not a model but he dropped the coolest World Cup’s photo. Julian Nagelsmann’s outfits are so back. Levi’s and Beats by Dre have been forced by FIFA to cover their logos during World Cup matches but both brands have flipped the script and created two of the best marketing campaigns we’ve seen in recent weeks. This is the complete guide to every official patch of the 2026 World Cup, and here you’ll find an article on the biggest trend of the first week of the tournament. It’s unlikely that you have missed it.
adidas is playing a key role in ensuring that the FIFA World Cup 2026™ is one to remember. They produced iconic commercials and the legendary Trionda football, but more importantly, they designed the finest jerseys of the tournament. But the World Cup is not just about football. It’s also about rituals, style, colours, and food. This is where the “Taste Your Nation — Wear The Jersey” project comes in, combining a passion for football and food with a sense of belonging and community.
From 19 June until 11 July, adidas will be bringing “Taste Your Nation – Wear The Jersey” to selected stores across Italy on Fridays and Saturdays only: the adidas Brand Centers in Milan (Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, 24/26) and Rome (Via del Corso, 132), and the adidas stores in Rome EUR, Arese, and Orio al Serio. Fans can choose the official jersey of Argentina, Germany, Japan, Mexico or Spain to unlock a unique experience that goes beyond football. After making their purchase, they will receive a meal box inspired by the chosen country, featuring traditional recipes and exclusive cooking accessories. This will turn match day into a celebration of culture, food and community from home.
Rúben Amorim's appointment marks the beginning of a new era at AC Milan. On the pitch, obviously, but more importantly, on social media, where we caught a first glimpse of the Rossoneri's brand new visual identity.
There are brands that follow sport, and others that, over time, become part of the collective imagination until they are inseparable from it. Peroni is one such brand as they became a symbol of Italian football.
We are proud to introduce “American Wedding: 50 Years of Soccer in the United States”, a documentary by nss and Soccertes on the journey of American soccer. It features: Christian Pulisic, Federico Bernardeschi, Clive Toye, Kyle Martino, Shep Messing, Gerhard Stochl, and Drake Ramberg. You can watch it here and in Italy exclusively on DAZN.
We knew that Cold Palmer was an entrepreneur, what we did not realise, however, was that he had created a company that sells premium ice. There’s no better way to end this newsletter. See you next week.