Akhil Fisher, Author at The Cult of Calcio

For all the wrong reasons, a section of Atalanta fans made the headlines for racist chants at Vlahovic, with thousands taking part in the lowly behavior.

Atalanta Receive Curva Ban for Racist Abuse at Vlahovic

May 10, 2023 Akhil Fisher Atalanta, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A

Atalanta were outplayed by Juventus in the race for a top-four spot on the weekend, as Samuel Iling-Junior and Dusan Vlahovic scored in the second half to down La Dea. However, for all the wrong reasons, it was Atalanta fans who made the headlines for racist and discriminatory chants against the Serb,

All interested suitors will have two weeks at the beginning of July to activate the release clause of Min-jae, which currently stands at €45M.

Napoli Shortlist Scalvini as Race for Min-jae Intensifies

May 10, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Chelsea, Italian Football, Manchester City, Manchester United, Napoli, Paris Saint Germain, Premier League, Serie A, Transfer Market

Napoli defender Kim Min-jae is a wanted player. The former Fenerbahce stopper has been instrumental in manning the Partenopei backline enroute a historic third Scudetto title, and his performances have continually been noted by interested clubs, especially from the Premier League.

The San Siro is officially sold out for the first leg, meaning the iconic stadium will be graced to its full capacity by Milan fans ahead of the second leg.

Milan to Break UCL Gate Record in First EuroDerby Leg

May 9, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Champions League, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A

Milan and Inter are set to meet in the UEFA Champions League semi-final tomorrow, in what is a clash suspected to draw the eyeballs of the world. San Siro is officially sold out for the first leg, meaning the historic stadium will be graced to its full capacity by Rossoneri fans.

Stefano Pioli and Simone Inzaghi aren’t very demanding on the transfer market, but their managements surely take their opinions into serious consideration.

Pioli Dismisses ‘Fearing’ Inter and Talks Leao Recovery

May 9, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Champions League, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A

Stefano Pioli believes he can leverage the quality of his Milan players to overcome Inter's might in the UEFA Champions League semi-finals, over the course of two legs.

Diaz has been in a tug of war between parent club Real Madrid and Milan regarding his future, but with the UCL Milan derby looming, he is focused.

Diaz on Real Madrid Return, EuroDerby and Number 10

May 9, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Atletico Madrid, Calciomercato, Champions League, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Real Madrid, Serie A, Transfer Market

Spanish talent Brahim Diaz has gone from strength to strength in recent seasons, etching himself as one of Stefano Pioli’s key attackers. Diaz has been in a tug of war between Real Madrid and Milan regarding his future, but with the UCL Derby looming, he's focused on getting the Rossoneri through.

Davide Calabria has recovered from a thigh strain that cost him several matches and will look to help Milan mount a comeback.

Calabria Reveals Joy of Realizing Childhood Milan Dream

May 9, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Champions League, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Manchester City, Real Madrid, Serie A

Born in Brescia but bred in Milan, Rossoneri captain Davide Calabria is living a childhood dream. The 26-year-old fullback is set to lead his team into battle against the Nerazzurri in arguably the most anticipated two matches of the season as they prepare to tussle for a spot in the final.

With Olympique Lyonnais prodigy Houssem Aouar already within their grasp, the Giallorossi are closing in on Eintracht Frankfurt’s Evan Ndicka.

Roma Expected to Make Ndicka Second Bosman Signing

May 9, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Eintacht Frankfurt, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Juventus might have been kings of the ‘free’ transfer market in the recent past, but Roma are stepping up to the task of signing talented players on a Bosman transfer. With Olympique Lyonnais prodigy Houssem Aouar already within their grasp, the Giallorossi are closing in on Eintracht Frankfurt’s Evan Ndicka.

Kaka Speaks of Unique Derby and Reminisces Header vs Inter

May 8, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Champions League, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A

Milan icon Ricardo Kaka is eagerly anticipating the Derby della Madonnina to get underway, as the Rossoneri prepare to take on the Nerazzurri in their two biggest games of the season so far.

Romero and his agency have long been in a quarrel with the club regarding commissions arising out of a potential new deal, which now looks unlikely.

Lazio Talent Romero Set to Depart on Bosman Transfer

May 8, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market

Lazio talent Luka Romero is set to leave the club at the end of the season when his contract expires. The Argentine winger and his representatives have long quarreled with the club regarding commissions from a potential new deal, which now looks unlikely as the end of the season approaches.

Nicolò Barella is set to be the first of the trifecta of renewals that will be announced by Inter soon. The star midfielder has already put pen to paper.

Barella on UCL Emotions in San Siro and Role Model

May 8, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A

Nicolo Barella cannot wait to take on derby rivals Milan in the UEFA Champions League semi-final first leg at San Siro. Inter ousted two Portuguese giants in Porto and Benfica enroute a final-four spot, and the midfielder has been a significant driving force behind the Nerazzurri’s European charge.

Ivan Juric saw his side jump into the Serie A top-half, but rallied them not to lose focus ahead of four games that lie ahead before the end of the season.

Juric Rallies Torino to Focus After Monza Deadlock

May 8, 2023 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Monza, Serie A, Torino

Ivan Juric saw his side jump into the Serie A top half but rallied them not to lose focus ahead of four challenges that lie ahead: “The team had a great match and dominated for long stretches, then there seemed to be that very clear penalty, and you feel bad."

Simeone had a brief six-month stint with Catania in 2011, helping them stave off relegation, and didn’t rule out a managerial move back to Serie A.

Diego Simeone on Lazio Glory Days and Potential Serie A Return

May 8, 2023 Akhil Fisher Atletico Madrid, Italian Football, Lazio, Napoli, Serie A

Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone was a guest of honor at Napoli’s Scudetto celebrations, with his son Giovanni Simone playing a part under Luciano Spalletti enroute the historic win. The Argentine has strong ties with Italy and Serie A, having played for Pisa, Inter and Lazio in the 1990’s.

Author: Akhil Fisher