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Between the 1970s and the 1980s, the Roma and Napoli fan bases were linked by an official twinning. How did that come to an end?

Roma vs Napoli Throwback: The Breaking of the Twinning

November 29, 2025 Matteo Carnevale

It sounds almost incredible to believe nowadays but, between the 1970s and 1980s, the Roma and Napoli ultra groups were linked by an official gemellaggio, a “twinning” so strong that it was re-cemented every time the two sides met via a solemn pre-game flag-exchange ritual. Until something happened. Continue reading

Inter vs Milan Throwback: Minaudo, the One-Derby Wonder

November 20, 2025 Matteo Carnevale

Scoring the winner in the Derby di Milano at just 19 years of age, right on the day of your Serie A debut. Can it get any better than that for a footballer? Perhaps it cannot, as that indeed turned out to be the highest career point for Giuseppe Minaudo, a product of Inter's youth academy. Continue reading

On April 12, 1981, Gaetano Musella scored the only goal of the day in a key battle at Torino that sent Napoli top of the Serie A table with five games left

Torino vs Napoli Throwback: Musella Strikes for a Scudetto Illusion

November 29, 2024 Matteo Carnevale

Before Diego Maradona, the Neapolitan fan hearts beat for a young lad raised just a few meters away from the San Paolo Stadium. His name was Gaetano Musella and, on April 12, 1981, he scored the only goal of the day in a key battle at Torino that sent Napoli top of the Serie A table with just five matchdays left. Continue reading

On February 12, 2012, Luis Enrique's Roma annihilated the remains of Inter’s Triplete-winning squad at the Stadio Olimpico by a 4-0 score

Roma vs Inter Throwback: A Fleeting Glimpse of Luis Enrique Brilliancy

October 20, 2024 Matteo Carnevale

Luis Enrique endured a torrid maiden campaign as a coach, ending a disappointing 7th with Roma in Serie A and resigning at the end of the season. Still, he did manage to show glimpses of the good things to come in his career, especially on February 12, 2012, when Roma annihilated Inter’s Triplete-winning squad. Continue reading

During the 1997/98 Serie A season, Juventus won at Empoli as the Azzurri were disallowed a goal despite Peruzzi saving the ball past the goal line

Empoli vs Juventus Throwback: The Best “Save” by Angelo Peruzzi

September 14, 2024 Matteo Carnevale

“Gianni Agnelli called me,” goalkeeper Angelo Peruzzi recalled in an interview. “He told me that that save from Empoli's Bianconi was the best I had made since joining Juventus.” Only that it was not. The ball had clearly crossed the goal line, but the referee didn't see that, a mistake that took Juve closer to the 1997/98 title. Continue reading

Napoli vs Frosinone Throwback: Higuain’s Season Scoring Record

April 14, 2024 Matteo Carnevale

Records are set to be broken, even the oldest ones. In the last round of the 2015/16 season, Gonzalo Higuain of Napoli delivered a hat-trick to poor Frosinone to bring his seasonal tally to an astonishing 36 goals – one more than Gunnar Nordahl, setting a new record for the most goals scored in a Serie A season. Continue reading

Report – Inter Pursuit of Tottenham Defender Faces 2 Major Obstacles

July 19, 2026 Marko Vrakela

Tottenham Hotspur center-back Cristian Romero remains a concrete target for Inter, but there’s a catch. According to TEAM Talk via Calciomercato, the Nerazzurri cannot pursue the Argentina international before making a high-profile sale in defense. Continue reading

Juventus are furthering their pursuit of Jean-Philippe Mateta, taking advantage of a time of uncertainty at Crystal Palace.

Report – Juventus Join Race to Sign Crystal Palace Striker

July 19, 2026 Marko Vrakela

Juventus have reportedly entered the race to sign Crystal Palace center-forward Jean-Philippe Mateta. According to Rudy Galetti via Calciomercato, the Eagles are willing to listen to offers for their standout star. Continue reading

Milan, Atalanta, and Napoli are all searching for a new midfielder, and their moves could intertwine, although the domino hasn’t started yet.

Report – Lazio Contemplate Summer Swoop for Milan Flop

July 19, 2026 Marko Vrakela

Milan outcast Yunus Musah could reportedly join Lazio on a season-long loan with an option to buy after being cast out by Ruben Amorim. According to Calciomercato, the Biancocelesti are weighing up a formal offer for the United States international. Continue reading

Inter have landed on Djed Spence in their search for a new wing-back and the name of Cristian Romero came up during the talks with Tottenham.

Report – Inter Preparing Formal Bid for England’s World Cup Breakout Star

July 19, 2026 Marko Vrakela

Serie A champions Inter have reportedly joined the race to sign in-demand Tottenham Hotspur wingback Djed Spence. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, the 25-year-old has become the club’s top target to fill Denzel Dumfries’ shoes. Continue reading

Rafael Leao de facto announced his departure from Milan, but he’s not yet close to joining any other team.

Report – Milan Superstar Facing Uncertain Future Amid Wild Transfer Speculation

July 19, 2026 Marko Vrakela

Milan talisman Rafael Leao is facing an uncertain future. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, no club has made a concrete offer for the quicksilver forward despite Milan’s readiness to cash in on their wantaway star. Continue reading

Juventus injury-prone defender Juan Cabal is likely to leave the club this summer after another injury-hit season.

Report – Besiktas Set Sights on Injury-Prone Juventus Defender

July 19, 2026 Marko Vrakela

Juventus defender Juan Cabal is likely to leave the club this summer after another injury-hit season. According to Sky Sport via Calciomercato, Turkish giants Besiktas have set their sights on the Colombian star. Continue reading

Serie A Heroes: Wesley Sneijder, The Old Man and The Sea

March 27, 2026 Krisztián Horváth

Have you ever wondered what really defines a player’s worth? Sometimes the world of football is unfair. It forgets those who quietly carried a team on their shoulders. Those who didn’t quite fit into the story. Who stood on the highest shelf yet never stepped into the spotlight. Wesley Sneijder was one of those. Continue reading

Serie A Heroes: Diego Armando Maradona, The Divine Comedy

March 17, 2026 Krisztián Horváth

One city. One name. One faith. In the early 1980s, Napoli was considered a mid-table team. They had never won a league title before and often fought against relegation. But in 1984, the savior arrived. His name was Diego Armando Maradona and, after his landing in Naples, things would never be the same for the Partenopei. Continue reading

Serie A Heroes: Kaká, The Last Romantic at San Siro

March 10, 2026 Krisztián Horváth

Kaká's game was not built on flashy Brazilian tricks. When he surged through midfield, he was like an express train that could not be stopped. He glided with the ball as if hovering a meter above the grass. His face remained expressionless even in the toughest moments. He didn’t just fit in, he became the engine of Milan. Continue reading

Only those old enough to remember Italia 90 can truly understand what Totò Schillaci's eyes wide open as run to celebrate his goal really meant

Serie A Heroes: Totò Schillaci, an Italian Midsummer Night’s Dream

September 18, 2024 Matteo Carnevale

Only those old enough to remember the magic nights of “Italia 90” can truly understand what that gaped mouth, what those eyes wide open in disbelief, meant. Totò Schillaci looked like a boy living his childhood dream as he led Italy’s march towards the World Cup trophy, one goal after another. His underdog story has been an example for a generation of Italians. Continue reading

Northern Ireland vs Italy 0-0: Azzurri Forced to Playoff

November 15, 2021 Matteo Carnevale International Football, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, World Cup 2022, World Cup 2022 Qualifiers

The Azzurri's poorest showing since Roberto Mancini is in charge costed much to Italy, who failed to break the Northern Ireland wall on Monday night and failed to qualify directly to World Cup 2022.

Report – Inter Pursuit of Tottenham Defender Faces 2 Major Obstacles

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Report – Juventus Join Race to Sign Crystal Palace Striker

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Report – Lazio Contemplate Summer Swoop for Milan Flop

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Report – Inter Preparing Formal Bid for England’s World Cup Breakout Star

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Report – Milan Superstar Facing Uncertain Future Amid Wild Transfer Speculation

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Report – Besiktas Set Sights on Injury-Prone Juventus Defender

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Here are our player ratings for Brazil who earned a well-deserved first win at the expense of Serbia in their World Cup opener

Report – Juventus Handed Major Boost in Quest to Sign Tottenham Striker

July 18, 2026 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Premier League, Serie A, Tottenham, Transfer Market, Transfer Market Stories Leave a comment

Tottenham Hotspur striker Richarlison could be on his way out in the coming weeks, with Juventus keeping an eye on the situation. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, this could be an ideal market opportunity for the Bianconeri to strengthen Luciano Spalletti’s attacking options.

Amid the Udinese debacle and injury concerns, Roma and José Mourinho are in a bind as it pertains to the defense.

Report – Inter Pursuit of Roma Defender Dealt Knockout Blow

July 18, 2026 Marko Vrakela Inter, Inter Milan, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market, Transfer Market Stories Leave a comment

Inter target Gianluca Mancini has signed a new deal with Roma, putting speculation linking him with a move to Giuseppe Meazza to bed. According to Roma’s official website, the 30-year-old has extended his contract at the Stadio Olimpico until 2029.

Juventus have put on hold the chase of other midfielders because they believe they have a real shot at luring Franck Kessié

Report – Roma Keen to Hijack Juventus Pursuit of Former Serie A Midfielder

July 18, 2026 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market, Transfer Market Stories Leave a comment

Roma are reportedly looking to hijack Juventus’ pursuit of former Milan midfielder Franck Kessie. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, the Giallorossi could intensify their interest in the Ivorian star amid Manu Kone’s uncertain future at the Stadio Olimpico.

Milan have Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg in their crosshairs as they are canvassing the market for the right midfielder to add to their squad.

Report – Milan Consider Shock Move for Ligue 1 Midfielder

July 18, 2026 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Ligue 1, Marseille, Serie A, Transfer Market, Transfer Market Stories Leave a comment

Desperate to bounce back from last season’s fiasco, Milan are looking to heavily reinforce their squad in the summer. According to Gianluca Di Marzio, Marseille midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg could be an unlikely midfield addition for the Rossoneri.

Juventus have had some contacts with Atletico Madrid centered around Nahuel Molina while they plot to revamp their right wing.

Report – Roma Earmark Two Replacements for Zeki Celik

July 18, 2026 Marko Vrakela Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market, Transfer Market Stories Leave a comment

After losing Zeki Celik to Juventus, Roma are in the market for a new right-back. According to Sky Sports via Calciomercato, Gian Piero Gasperini’s men have set their sights on Nahuel Molina and Dodo.

Inter have chosen Ivan Perisic to shore up their wings, but they’ll have to wait for the final UEFA Champions League group phase round.

Report – Inter Renew Interest in PSV Eindhoven Veteran

July 18, 2026 Marko Vrakela Inter, Inter Milan, Serie A, Transfer Market, Transfer Market Stories Leave a comment

Serie A champions Inter have reportedly reignited their interest in PSV Eindhoven winger Ivan Perisic. According to Calciomercato, Beppe Marotta views the 37-year-old as a cost-effective signing to reinforce the right wing.

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