The FIGC (Italian FA) have declared Inter champions for the 2005-2006 season after Juventus' last two titles were revoked and second placed Milan were deducted 30 points from last season's tally – leaving Inter in first place on 76 points. No champion will be declared for the 2004-2005 season. Inter's 14th scudetto is their first since 1989.

President Massimo Moratti said :

"I am fully satisfied by the awarding of the title to a club and team that behaved correctly."

Coach Roberto Mancini added :

"I'm happy. Regardless of how it arrived. It is right to reward those who have given their best and have always been honest. It is strange to win like this but we played fair."

Sandro Mazzola, the clubs greatest ever player, said :

"This title can't be compared to the ones that I won, they were different wins in different seasons. Those were other times but now what has happened has happened and there is a league table with Inter in top spot and so it was normal that the award went to Inter but the fans should be doubly happy - for the title but also because Inter didn't get themselves involved in certain situations (the scandal)."
 
McBride Retires from International Football

34 year old Brian McBride has announced his retirement from International football :

"This is a special day in that I have the opportunity to thank US Soccer for all they have done for me and my family. The consistent and determined efforts of the coaches, staff and players at US Soccer have helped bless me with the honour of being a part of three World Cups and playing the game I love over many years since first being called up in 1993. I will truly miss being part of the team. Additionally, I want to thank the fans of US Soccer for their enthusiasm and support. Without the encouragement and warm words from many fans, I would not be where I am today."

Milan, Lazio and Fiorentina Earn Reprieve

The four clubs punished for their roles in the Calciopoli 'match fixing' scandal have had their punishments reduced on appeal :

Milan have had their 15 point penalty reduced to 8 points and European ban lifted thus will compete in the qualifying rounds of the Champions League. The club have been handed a one match stadium and had their 44 point penalty from last season reduced to 30 points

Lazio have been re-instated into Serie A with a 11 point penalty and three match home ban. They were initially relegated with a 7 point penalty

Fiorentina have been re-instated into Serie A with an 19 point penalty and three match home ban. They were initially relegated with a 12 point penalty

Juventus will remain in Serie B but have had their 30 point penalty reduced to
17 points. They were initially relegated with a 30 point penalty and stripped of their last two league titles