Di Canio row continues
The row over Paolo Di Canio being appointed as the new Sunderland manager continued today because of his links with the Italian Fascist movement.
The row over Paolo Di Canio being appointed as the new Sunderland manager continued today because of his links with the Italian Fascist movement.
Sunderland's new manager Paolo Di Canio released a statement clarifying his political views after four days of speculation.
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