Cristiana Girelli came off the bench to score an 87th-minute winner over Argentina as Italy began their Women's World Cup with a 1-0 victory in a feisty encounter at Eden Park on Monday.

Women's World Cup: Italy's Cristiana Girelli comes off bench to score 87th minute winner against Argentina

Italy defender Giorgio Chiellini will retire from international football after the European champions play a friendly against their South American counterparts Argentina at Wembley in June.

Italy captain Giorgio Chiellini to retire from international football after Finalissima against Argentina

European Championship winners Italy will face Copa America champions Argentina on June 1 in London, Europe`s soccer governing body UEFA and its South American counterpart CONMEBOL said on Wednesday.

London to host Italy, Argentina in 'Finalissima' next year