Akhil Fisher, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Barcelona are in line to beat the record achieved by Roma coach Mourinho in his debut season at Chelsea almost twenty years ago, in the 2004/05 campaign.

Xavi’s Barcelona Set to Break Mourinho Chelsea Record

May 17, 2023 Akhil Fisher Barcelona, Chelsea, Italian Football, La Liga, Mourinho, Serie A

Barcelona are on course to beat all clean sheet records set in Europe’s top-five leagues, with them sitting currently joint third among the 8 teams to have kept 23 or more in the 21st century. Top among the records list sits the one achieved by Roma coach José Mourinho at Chelsea.

Calhanoglu once donned the red and black colors, but now a favorite among the Nerazzurri faithul, and playing a key role in eliminating Milan from the UCL.

Calhanoglu: “Derbies Are Unfortunately Tougher for Me”

May 17, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Hakan Calhanoglu once donned the red and black of Milan, but he is now a fan favorite among the Nerazzurri faithful - partly responsible for eliminating his former club, having bossed their midfield over two legs as Inter cruised to a 3-0 aggregate win.

Milan have had a nightmare restart following the recent international break, losing two out of their three games. Their injury list just keeps on growing.

Pioli Expresses Regret Over First Leg Mistakes After UCL Exit

May 17, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Stefano Pioli expressed his disappointment following his side's exit from the UEFA Champions League semi-finals at the hands of derby rivals Inter.

Sala believes it is not feasible to host the new stadium in the vicinity of the San Siro, making the existing monument incompatible with the surroundings.

Milan Mayor Welcomes San Siro Relocation with Open Arms

May 16, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A

Milan mayor Giuseppe Sala knows one thing for sure: both the Rossoneri and Inter need a new stadium. He also believes it is not feasible to host the new stadium in the vicinity of the San Siro, making the existing monument incompatible with the surroundings and the new venue.

With no more restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic, all Serie A teams have resumed selling season tickets, and the results have been splendid.

Inter to Break Milan Record in Return Leg of EuroDerby

May 16, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A

Inter host Milan in a mouthwatering return leg at the San Siro on Tuesday evening, looking to beat their brotherly rivals in a bid to make it their first UEFA Champions League final appearance since the historic treble-winning season in 2009/10. Inter will surpass the gate receipts of the Rossoneri.

The competition in strong for Retegui, who wishes to be closer to his homeland, but with the glaring eye of several clubs including Milan, Napoli and Lazio.

Inter Inch Closer to Luring Budding Italy Star Retegui

May 16, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Inter are making headway in the race for budding Italian striker Mateo Retegui. The Argentine-Italian has long been a major target for the Nerazzurri, especially since making his international debut in successive UEFA Euro 2024 qualifiers against England and Malta, where he scored two goals in as many appearances.

Francesco Acerbi sees himself staying put at the Stadio Meazza going forward despite his contract with the Nerazzurri expiring at the end of the season.

Acerbi Rallies Inter to Avoid Bottling First Leg EuroDerby Lead

May 16, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Champions League, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A

Inter defender Francesco Acerbi is critical of squeezing a positive result in the return leg at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza when they host Milan.

Spalletti Praises Giuntoli and Reiterates Scudetto Joy

May 15, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Luciano Spalletti has heaped praise on sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli for his work off the pitch, which heavily contributed to the club’s Scudetto success on it.

Despite the ties with Juventus' director Cristiano Giuntoli, Inter would be in the lead should Piotr Zielinski decide not to re-up his expiring contract with Napoli.

Lazio and Sarri Keep Close Tabs on Napoli Ace Zielinski

May 15, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Lazio boss Maurizio Sarri has not shied away from revealing his admiration for Napoli midfielder Piotr Zielinski in the recent past. The Partenopei midfielder has been in the mix surrounding his future at the club, with a contract expiring in the summer of 2024.

With a contract expiring at the end of the season, Borussia Moenchengladbach’s Marcus Thuram is a wanted man. Inter and Juventus are in the mix.

Marcus Thuram Back in the Radar for Inter and Juventus

May 15, 2023 Akhil Fisher Borussia Moenchengladbach, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

With a contract expiring at the end of the season, Borussia Moenchengladbach’s Marcus Thuram is a wanted man. Having long been on the agenda of several Italian clubs, a move might soon be on the horizon for the French forward, with two Italian heavyweights eyeing a Bosman transfer come summer.

Scouts from Chelsea were present in the stands of the U-Power Stadium yesterday in Monza’s win against Napoli to watch Osimhen.

Chelsea Scouts in Monza for Osimhen But Move Unlikely

May 15, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Scouts from Chelsea were present in the stands of the U-Power Stadium yesterday in Monza’s win against Napoli. The newly crowned Scudetto winners were given a reality check by a strong Biancorossi performance. Indifferent to the result, however, they were present for one objective only – Victor Osimhen.

Atalanta midfield ace Teun Koopmeiners is of great interest to the Napoli management, suggested by none other than Cristiano Giuntoli himself.

Napoli to Tussle Liverpool and Juventus for Koopmeiners

May 15, 2023 Akhil Fisher Atalanta, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Liverpool, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

With or without sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli, Napoli will make moves in the summer transfer market. The Partenopei will be looking to revamp the squad in a window expected to shower them with offers. Atalanta midfielder Teun Koopmeiners is the latest name in line to arrive in Naples.

Author: Akhil Fisher