Akhil Fisher, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Milan have been canvassing the market for a new no.9 and, regardless of other moves, they are ready to spend about €50M for a young center-forward.

Milan Expand Global Footprint with Casa Milan Dubai

November 13, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A

Milan, under the initiative of RedBird Capital, have expanded their global footprint with the inauguration of Casa Milan Dubai, thus becoming the first Italian club to open their office in the MENA region. This move highlights Milan’s intention to spread their wings across Middle East, making UAE their first point of entry.

Theo Hernandez leads by example in the Rossoneri camp, having been handed the responsibility of vice-captain, second-in-command to captain Davide Calabria.

Theo Hernandez Proud to Lead Milan as Vice-Captain

November 13, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A

Milan left-back Theo Hernandez has established himself as one of the world’s best in his position since arriving from Real Madrid few seasons ago. The 26-year-old leads by example in the Rossoneri camp, having been handed the responsibility of vice-captain, second-in-command to captain Davide Calabria.

It was not just points that Milan lost against Lecce, with Rafael Leao and Calabria also picking up knocks that is bound to lay them off for a short period.

Leao to Miss November Fixtures, Calabria Picks Soft Knock

November 13, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A

Milan relinquished a two-goal lead at Lecce as the Giallorossi executed a second-half comeback to steal a point off the Rossoneri. However, it was not just points that Milan lost, with Rafael Leao and Davide Calabria also picking up knocks that are bound to lay them off for a short period.

Bologna forward Joshua Zirkzee has opened up on reports linking him to Milan, with the Rossoneri keeping close tabs on his development at the Dall’Ara.

Zirkzee on Milan Links, Role Models and Transfer Market

November 10, 2023 Akhil Fisher Bologna, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Bologna forward Joshua Zirkzee has opened up on reports linking him to Milan, with the Rossoneri keeping close tabs on his development at the Dall’Ara. He also revealed the idols he grew up wanting to be like, including two active players.

As one of the three winless teams this season, Salernitana hope the signing of Inzaghi will spark an air of positivity as the Serie A campaign progresses.

Inzaghi Previews Salernitana Clash Against Sassuolo

November 10, 2023 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Salernitana, Sassuolo, Serie A

Salernitana coach Filippo Inzaghi is wary of the threat Sassuolo possess, with the Neroverdi already beating the likes of Juventus and Inter in back-to-back games this season. The ex-Milan and Juve striker hopes to pick up his side’s season after the Coppa Italia win over Sampdoria, despite the defeat against Napoli.

As Atalanta beat Sturm Graz thanks to Berat Djimsiti’s solitary strike, the former La Dea sporting director was busy taking notes on 20-year-old Włodarczyk.

Bologna Director Sartori Eyes Polish Talent Włodarczyk

November 10, 2023 Akhil Fisher Atalanta, Bologna, Calciomercato, Europa League, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

As Atalanta beat the Austrians thanks to Berat Djimsiti’s solitary strike in the second-half, the former La Dea sporting director was busy taking notes on 20-year-old Szymon Włodarczyk. The Polish center-forward is being scouted by Bologna for a transfer at the end of the season.

Ranieri helped Juventus escape the clutches of Serie B following Calciopoli, leading them back to Serie A at the end of the 2000s.

Ranieri Does Not Regret Juventus Stint Despite Difficulties

November 10, 2023 Akhil Fisher Cagliari, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Ranieri helped Juventus escape the clutches of Serie B following Calciopoli, leading them back to Serie A at the end of the 2000s. However, he left the club after a stint of poor results, as Juventus went on to hire Ciro Ferrera to lead the dugout.

Roma slumped to a 2-0 defeat at the hands of Slavia Praha at the Fortuna Arena in Preague, and Jose Mourinho was nothing less than furious after the game.

Mourinho Post Slavia Loss: “We Deserve Weight of the Defeat”

November 10, 2023 Akhil Fisher Europa League, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A

Roma slumped to a 2-0 defeat at the hands of Slavia Prague, and José Mourinho was nothing less than furious after the game. The Roma frontline was effectively shutout, as Slavia made the most of their chances in the second-half to leap above the Giallorossi in Group G on goal difference.

Union Berlin claimed their first ever UCL point in the 1-1 draw. Napoli stalwarts Politano and Di Lorenzo shared their regret over the failed chance to win.

Politano and Di Lorenzo Regret Napoli Draw with Union Berlin

November 9, 2023 Akhil Fisher Champions League, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Union Berlin

Union Berlin claimed their first ever point in the UEFA Champions League in the 1-1 draw vs Napoli, who failed to close the gap to group leaders Real Madrid. Partenopei stalwart Matteo Politano and captain Giovanni Di Lorenzo shared their regret over the failed chance to win a first UCL home game in three outings.

Fabio Capello is aware of the advantage Juventus possess, not playing any continental cup competitions this season following their UEFA ban.

Juventus to Pick Pace but Inter Are Favorites, Says Capello

November 9, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Premier League, Sassuolo, Serie A, Transfer Market

Fabio Capello is aware of the advantage Juventus possess, not playing any continental cup competitions this season following their UEFA ban. The Bianconeri have made the most of their situation by focusing on Serie A, as they sit atop the table, just two points behind Derby d’Italia rivals Inter.

Leonardo Bonucci is inching closer to his Serie A return, as Roma are advancing in the negotiations to add him from Union Berlin.

Bonucci Reviews Significant Point vs Napoli, Praises Raspadori

November 9, 2023 Akhil Fisher Champions League, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Union Berlin

Leonardo Bonucci was key in keeping Napoli at bay, with Union avoiding a defeat for the first time in 13 games across all competitions, having lost 12 games in a row since beating Darmstadt in August: "We knew that we had to do something more. And something had already changed in training."

Things are heating up ahead of the weekend, with the capital derby. Sarri had claimed Roma would be playing a ‘friendly’ in their encounter against Praha.

Mourinho Strikes Back at Sarri Ahead of UEL Clash vs Slavia

November 9, 2023 Akhil Fisher Champions League, Europa League, Italian Football, Lazio, Roma, Serie A

Things are heating up ahead of the weekend, with the Derby della Capitale mounting pressure on both managers. Maurizio Sarri had earlier claimed that while Lazio faced ‘war’ against Feyenoord, Roma would be playing a ‘friendly’ in their encounter against Slavia Praha. José Mourinho has now hit back at Sarri.

Author: Akhil Fisher

Milan Expand Global Footprint with Casa Milan Dubai

Theo Hernandez Proud to Lead Milan as Vice-Captain

LATEST SERIE A VIDEOS

Leao to Miss November Fixtures, Calabria Picks Soft Knock

Zirkzee on Milan Links, Role Models and Transfer Market

Inzaghi Previews Salernitana Clash Against Sassuolo

Bologna Director Sartori Eyes Polish Talent Włodarczyk

Ranieri Does Not Regret Juventus Stint Despite Difficulties

Mourinho Post Slavia Loss: “We Deserve Weight of the Defeat”

Politano and Di Lorenzo Regret Napoli Draw with Union Berlin

Juventus to Pick Pace but Inter Are Favorites, Says Capello

Bonucci Reviews Significant Point vs Napoli, Praises Raspadori

Mourinho Strikes Back at Sarri Ahead of UEL Clash vs Slavia