Akhil Fisher, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Everton tried to find a striker in Italy up until deadline day, and they made hail-mary attempts for Olivier Giroud and Beto to no avail.

Giroud: “Me and Theo are Proud to Represent Milan in the Final”

December 15, 2022 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Argentina, France, Serie A, World Cup, World Cup 2022

Milan duo Olivier Giroud and Theo Hernandez have both played a pivotal role in the success of Les Bleus throughout the tournament, and the former hopes to add a second World Cup in his list of achievements.

Roma have reached out to Torino regarding the availability of two of their most appreciated players, in a bid to strengthen José Mourinho’s 28-man squad.

Torino Ace Lukic Linked to Roma and West Ham United

December 15, 2022 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Torino, Transfer Market, West Ham

Torino see Lukic as a potential pawn in accelerating their efforts to sign West Ham loanee Vlasic permanently, but the presence of Roma cannot be ignored.

Messi Doesn’t Scare France and Milan Wingback Theo Hernandez

December 15, 2022 Akhil Fisher Argentina, France, World Cup, World Cup 2022

France have a shot at becoming only the second team in history to win back-to-back World Cups, but Theo Hernandez and co. will need to tackle Lionel Messi's Argentina in the showdown final.

Barcelona Eye Milan Duo to Succeed Veteran Busquets

December 15, 2022 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Barcelona, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Busquets has reportedly already communicated his intention to leave to the Barcelona management. Coach Xavi Hernandez on the other hand, is eager to keep hold of his ex-teammate.

A few of the top Serie A players won’t play in the World Cup, either because of injuries, subpar performances, or questionable coaching decisions.

Milan Stopper Tomori: “We Want to Win Another Trophy”

December 15, 2022 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A

Fikayo Tomori is eager to add to the Scudetto triumph last season, as Milan aim to catch up with league leaders Napoli in a bid to retain the league title. Milan restart their season on January 4 away against Salernitana.

After a few peaceful months, which didn’t translate into an extension, Lazio and Luis Alberto are at loggerheads again. The Spaniard no-showed in practice.

Luis Alberto: “It’s Always an Honor to Captain Lazio”

December 14, 2022 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A

Lazio dispatched Galatasaray with a 2-1 comeback victory in Turkey, with Felipe Anderson equalizing scores, before Luis Alberto registered the winner in the 46th minute.

Patron Silvio Berlusconi has plighted Monza players to be greeted in their locker room by a bus full of “wh**es” if they manage to beat a big team.

Silvio Berlusconi Makes Controversial Promise for Monza Players

December 14, 2022 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Monza, Serie A

Patron Silvio Berlusconi has plighted Monza players to be greeted in their locker room by a bus full of “wh**es” if they manage to beat one of the big teams this campaign.

Croatia needed just a point against Belgium as they beat the Red Devils to a place in the 2022 World Cup knockouts with a 0-0 draw

Modric Points Finger at Italian Referee Orsato: “He’s a Disaster”

December 14, 2022 Akhil Fisher Argentina, Croatia, Italian Football, World Cup, World Cup 2022

Croatia captain Luka Modric was less than impressed by the officiating of Italian referee Daniele Orsato, who awarded the Albiceleste a game-changing penalty in the first half.

Serie A Titans Plot Move for Verona’s Scottish Wingback Doig

December 14, 2022 Akhil Fisher Atalanta, Bologna, Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Lazio, Scotland, Serie A, Transfer Market

Inter and Lazio, along with other Serie A sides are in the race for Hellas Verona wingback Josh Doig, who arrived from Scottish Premiership outfit Hibernian last summer.

Roma had a very defensive game plan against Napoli, which did slow down the opponents but also severely hindered them offensively.

Ex-Portugal Midfielder Maniche Backs Mourinho for Portugal Job

December 14, 2022 Akhil Fisher Porto, Portugal, Roma, Serie A, World Cup, World Cup 2022

Portugal icon Maniche believes Jose Mourinho could lead the national team to glory if he succeeds Fernando Santos. Maniche believes Mourinho would not lack support to lead the Portugal team.

Roma are in advanced talks to sign Rasmus Kristensen from Leeds United, but Rick Karsdorp has no intention of leaving and is blocking a new arrival.

Roma Outcast Rick Karsdorp Finds Premier League Suitor

December 13, 2022 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Fulham, Italian Football, Juventus, Premier League, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market

Roma and Rick Karsdorp are far from being on the same page, with the Dutch fullback set to leave the club come January when the winter transfer window reopens.

Ancelotti has taken account of the illegal betting case that has rocked calcio, with Tonali, Fagioli and Zaniolo all in the spotlight for the wrong reasons.

Carlo Ancelotti Favorite to Succeed Tite as Brazil Coach

December 13, 2022 Akhil Fisher Brazil, Brazilian Football, La Liga, Real Madrid, Serie A, World Cup, World Cup 2022

Ancelotti might have the chance to conquer the FIFA World Cup, come the 2026 tournament with Brazil, who are record five-time holders of the coveted golden trophy.

Author: Akhil Fisher