Akhil Fisher, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Chelsea Ace Thiago Silva Describes Emotional Return Back to San Siro

October 11, 2022 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Champions League, Chelsea, Italian Football, Serie A

Milan are winless in five meetings against Chelsea in Europe, and few are as familiar with how difficult San Siro can be as Scudetto winner Thiago Silva. He didn’t shy away from mentioning a possible return back to the Rossoneri.

Inter have added the services of Canadian-Guinea youngster Oumar Diallo to their Primavera roster, signing the 2005-born striker from Serie D side Cannara.

Inter Snap Canada-Born U18 Striker from Serie D for Primavera Team

September 9, 2022 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie D, Transfer Market

Inter have added the services of Canadian-Guinea youngster Oumar Diallo to their roster, signing the 2005-born striker from Serie D side Cannara. He is noted to be a physically well-structured forward. The youngster arrived in Italy only in January but impressed throughout his seven appearances for the Umbrian club.

Alba is clearly not impressed with how Barcelona contacted Inter without his knowledge for a loan move, only for it to crash down hours before deadline.

Inter-Linked Alba Blasts Behind-the-Back Barcelona Dealings

September 9, 2022 Akhil Fisher Barcelona, Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, La Liga, Serie A, Transfer Market

Barcelona icon Jordi Alba has hit out at the club for presumably agreeing to sell him to Inter when the 33-year-old actually wants to stay put at Blaugrana, where he has been for a decade. The veteran fullback has endured a difficult start to the season, often being dropped from he XI.

Giuseppe Marotta addressed some hot-button topics related to Inter. The executive expressed some regret for failing to retain Ivan Perisic.

Inter CEO Marotta Speaks Dip in Form, Backs Inzaghi to Stay

September 9, 2022 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A

Inter CEO Beppe Marotta has spoken to the press following his side’s disappointing defeat again Bayern Munich in their UEFA Champions league opener. The chief executive shed light on a plethora of topics, including the aura around the team, talks revolving around Simone Inzaghi’s dismissal, and the current dip in form.

Florenzi was subject to a severe injury to the biceps femoris of his left hamstring, forcing surgery. Thankfully, the postoperative result turned positive.

Milan Hand Recovery Timeline Following Florenzi Surgery

September 9, 2022 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Milan signed Alessandro Florenzi on a permanent deal this summer, having spent last season on loan at San Siro en route to the Scudetto. He has appeared 32 times for the Rossoneri since moving but will have to wait for a long time before registering more caps due to his unfortunate injury.

Vecino Blames Inzaghi for Inter Exit, Praises Sarri

September 9, 2022 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market

Lazio opened their European account with an impressive 4-2 victory over last year’s Conference League finalists Feyenoord in the UEFA Europa League. Matias Vecino, one of Lazio’s two Bosman signings – alongside Alessio Romagnoli – put in a Man of the Match performance with two goals and an assist.

Bayern Munich exec Karl-Heinze Rummenigge addressed the talks between the two sides last summer when the Nerazzurri acquired Pavard and Sommer.

Rummenigge: “I’m Pleased Inter and Milan Are Back on Top”

September 7, 2022 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Former Bayern Munich CEO Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has expressed satisfaction at Inter and Milan’s ascendancy in recent years, as both the big guns have won back-to-back Scudetto championships. He gave his verdict on the new Serie A season, which he expects to surprise once again.

Roma boss Jose Mourinho has spoken to the press ahead of his side’s Europa League group stage opener against Bulgarian outfit Ludogorets.

Mourinho Talks European Record, Roma and Conference League

September 7, 2022 Akhil Fisher Europa League, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A

Roma boss José Mourinho has spoken to the press ahead of his side’s Europa League group stage opener against Bulgarian outfit Ludogorets. The Special One spoke on a plethora of subjects, including becoming the first-ever manager to conquer all tiers of European competition.

Liverpool Warn Fans of ‘Dangerous’ City, Infuriate Napoli

September 7, 2022 Akhil Fisher Champions League, Italian Football, Liverpool, Serie A

Liverpool have warned supporters traveling for the Napoli game of the presumed dangerous reputation of the city, hinting that they could be victims of theft, robbery, or assault in the southern Italian city ahead of the mouth-watering Group A matchday opener through their fans' services profile on Twitter.

Roma prodigy Nicolo Zaniolo is currently sidelined due to a shoulder injury, but that hasn’t impeded talks regarding his contract renewal.

Roma Talent Zaniolo Set to Receive Contract Extension Offer

September 7, 2022 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Manchester United, Roma, Serie A, Tottenham, Transfer Market

Roma prodigy Nicolo Zaniolo is currently sidelined due to a shoulder injury, but that hasn’t impeded talks regarding his contract renewal following a summer saga that almost saw him leave the Stadio Olimpico. As reported earlier, the Giallorossi are expected to begin the negotiation later this month.

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp took stock of his side's clash against Napoli at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona in the Champions League matchday opener.

Liverpool Boss Klopp Evaluates Napoli Ahead of UCL Opener

September 7, 2022 Akhil Fisher Champions League, Italian Football, Liverpool, Napoli, Serie A

Napoli welcome Liverpool at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona for Group A’s opening match in the UEFA Champions League. The duo meets in the group stage for the third time in the last five seasons, with the Partenopei emerging victorious on both occasions previously at home.

Inter will look to make amends after the loss in the Derby when they take on Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League opener.

Inzaghi Previews Inter Champions League Opener Versus Bayern

September 6, 2022 Akhil Fisher Bayern Munich, Champions League, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Having suffered a narrow 3-2 defeat at the hands of eternal rivals Milan in the Derby della Madonnina, Inter will look to make amends when they take on Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League opener. The Nerazzurri are plotted alongside the German powerhouse, Spanish giants Barcelona and Czech Republic champions Viktoria Plzen.

Author: Akhil Fisher