Akhil Fisher, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Motta is reportedly nearing a contract extension at Bologna, and the announcement is expected to become official during the upcoming international break.

Motta Never Spoke to Napoli, Reveals Agent Canovi

September 22, 2023 Akhil Fisher Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Thiago Motta is reportedly nearing a contract extension with the Rossoblù, and the announcement is expected to become official during the upcoming international break. Lawyer and agent Alessandro Canovi is perfectly sure of the coach’s regard for Bologna’s next game against Hellas Verona.

Gasperini praised De Ketelaere for his display and compared him to ex-forward Iličić, as the Belgian took his Atalanta tally to two goals from five games.

De Ketelaere Eager to Maintain Momentum Post Atalanta Win

September 22, 2023 Akhil Fisher Atalanta, Calciomercato, Europa League, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Gian Piero Gasperini praised De Ketelaere for his impressive display and compared him to former forward Josip Iličić, as the 22-year-old took his tally to two goals from five games for Atalanta. The striker himself expressed confidence in his displays in his post-match interview.

Sassuolo CEO Giovanni Carnevali has revealed that a move could very well materialize in January, given Juventus put a proper offer on the table for Berardi.

Sassuolo CEO Carnevali Hints at Berardi Transfer to Juventus

September 22, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Sassuolo, Serie A, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Sassuolo CEO Giovanni Carnevali has revealed that a move could very well materialize in January, given the Bianconeri put a proper offer on the table. He gave some context as to how the saga panned between the two clubs: ""I admit that there was a contact after Berardi asked to go."

Only three teams have had the honors of going unbeaten so far in Serie A, and Lecce are one of them. Gilardino feels his Genoa have to proceed with caution.

Genoa Coach Gilardino Previews Tough Trip to Unbeaten Lecce

September 22, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Genoa, Italian Football, Lecce, Serie A, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Only three teams have had the honors of going unbeaten so far after four games in Serie A, and Lecce are one of them. As the Salentini await to host Genoa, in what is touted to be high-tempo clash at the Stadio Comunale Via del Mare, visiting coach Alberto Gilardino feels his side have to proceed with caution.

Former Roma and Milan manager Fabio Capello believes Jose Mourinho’s outfit are stacked in attack after the arrival of Argentine playmaker Paulo Dybala.

Fabio Capello Judges Roma, Milan, Napoli and Lazio

September 22, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Italian Football, Lazio, Napoli, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024 Leave a comment

Only three teams have made unbeaten starts to the 2023/24 Serie A - Juventus, Inter and Lecce - as the table gradually starts taking shape. The Nerazzurri, of all, remain as favorites to dethrone Napoli and lift the Scudetto for the first time in three seasons.

Provedel has earned plaudits from far and wide following his historic equalizer against Atleti, with a decent premium in store for the Lazio shotstopper.

Lazio Look to Appreciate Provedel Value with Pay Rise

September 21, 2023 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A Leave a comment

Ivan Provedel has earned plaudits from far and wide following his historic 94th minute equalizer against Atletico Madrid, with a decent premium in store for the Lazio shotstopper. Maurizio Sarri’s men were rescued at the death by the Italian, as he rose beyond the Rojiblancos' defense to make it 1-1.

Dzeko believes Inter diverted all their attention to the UEFA Champions League last season instead of Serie A, as they were ultimately defeated by City.

Dzeko Examines Inter Resolve to Snub Serie A Last Season

September 21, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Fenerbahce, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Edin Dzeko believes the Nerazzurri diverted all their attention to the UEFA Champions League last season instead of Serie A. While Inzaghi’s Inter were left undone by Manchester City in the final, Napoli bulldozed their way enroute a historic Scudetto title after 33 years, leaving no chance for other sides.

Although Pavard didn’t get to the best of starts, he eventually grew into the match and ultimately retrieved the ball that ended in Lautaro’s equaliser.

Inter Debutant Pavard: “Lot of Aggression in Italian Football”

September 21, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Although Pavard didn’t get to the best of starts, he eventually grew into the match and ultimately retrieved the ball that culminated in Lautaro Martinez’s 87th minute equaliser. He expressed his satisfaction at making his maiden Nerazzurri start, having been being left on the bench for four straight Serie A games.

Mourinho is anticipating a tough encounter, in what will be a first ever meeting with Sheriff, having never faced a Moldovan side in Europe before.

Mourinho: “I Will Continue to Say We Didn’t Lose the Budapest Final”

September 21, 2023 Akhil Fisher Europa League, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A Leave a comment

Jose Mourinho is anticipating a tough encounter in Tiraspol, in what will be a first ever competitive meeting with Sheriff, having never faced a Moldovan side in any European tournament: ""We have respect for all our opponents. We lost 6-1 a match that should have been won two years ago."

Atalanta face Raków in their UEFA Europa League opener after a year’s absence from Europe, but Gasperini will have to make do without their star striker.

Gasperini Talks Atalanta Return to Europe without Scamacca

September 21, 2023 Akhil Fisher Atalanta, Europa League, Italian Football, Serie A Leave a comment

Atalanta face Raków Częstochowa in their UEFA Europa League opener after a year’s absence from Europe, but will have to make do without their star striker. Gasperini gave his thoughts ahead of the clash against Raków in his pre-match press conference, commenting on Scamacca's injury.

Although Calabria has endured a shaky recent week despite a pleasant start to the season, he finds himself on the transfer radar of Real Madrid.

Real Madrid Eye Milan Captain Calabria as Alternative

September 20, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, La Liga, Premier League, Real Madrid, Serie A, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Although Calabria has endured a shaky recent week despite a pleasant start to the season, he finds himself on the transfer radar with a Rossoneri contract expiring in the summer of 2025. Real Madrid are strong favorites to seal his signature come next summer.

Cherished once as a Lazio player, Atletico manager Diego Simeone made an emotional return to Rome, where he spent four years at the turn of the century.

Atletico Manager Simeone Emotional at Lazio Reception

September 20, 2023 Akhil Fisher Atletico Madrid, Champions League, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A Leave a comment

Cherished once as a Lazio player, Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone made an emotional return to the Stadio Olimpico, where he spent four years – winning one Serie A, Coppa Italia, Supercoppa Italiana and UEFA Super Cup each – at the turn of the century.

Author: Akhil Fisher