Enrico Passarella, Author at The Cult of Calcio

After a rough start, Stefan De Vrij and the entire Inter defense bounced back in the last two matches. The Nerazzurri lowered their center of gravity.

Inter Defender Improving but Future Remains Uncertain

October 11, 2022 Enrico Passarella Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

After a rough start, Stefan De Vrij and the entire Inter defense bounced back in the last two matches. The Nerazzurri lowered their center of gravity, and that helped the Dutchman and Milan Skriniar, who had been far from perfect. The former had his best showing of the season versus Barcelona.

Brahim Diaz sealed the Juventus game with a great goal. He will see his role grow as Charles De Ketelaere is set to miss the next two tilts with an injury.

Brahim Diaz Dishes on Superb Juventus Goal and Future

October 11, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Real Madrid, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Brahim Diaz sealed the Juventus game with a great goal. He will see his role grow as Charles De Ketelaere is set to miss the next two matches with a muscular injury. The Spaniard commented on his recent performance: "The goal was random and spontaneous, and I don't like comparisons."

Daniele De Rossi will finally begin his coaching career, as SPAL teased the hiring by tweeting a modification of his iconic leg tattoo Monday.

Another 2006 World Cup Champion Finds Work in Serie B

October 11, 2022 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Italy, Roma, Serie A, Serie B, Spal, The Azzurri

After seeking a bench for a couple of years and being linked to a few Serie A jobs, Daniele De Rossi has found one, as SPAL teased the hiring by tweeting a modification of his iconic leg tattoo Monday. He will replace Roberto Venturato. The Estensi are currently 14th in the standings.

Ciro Immobile scored his 188th Serie A goal against Fiorentina, entering the top ten positions of the all-time scorer chart.

Latest Goal Sends Immobile into Serie A History Books

October 11, 2022 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Ciro Immobile scored his 188th Serie A goal against Fiorentina, entering the top ten positions of the all-time scorer chart. The Lazio striker shares the final spot with Alberto Gilardino, Alessandro Del Piero, and Giuseppe Signori, but he’s the only active player: "Joining these important names is a great pride."

Andres Iniesta is confident Barcelona could defeat Inter Wednesday, but he’s wary of Simone Inzaghi’s side: "The previous result was very negative."

Iniesta Talks Second Game Between Barcelona and Inter

October 10, 2022 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Champions League, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Andres Iniesta is confident Barcelona could defeat Inter Wednesday, but he’s wary of Simone Inzaghi’s side: "The previous result was very negative for the Blaugrana given its consequences. The tilts with the Nerazzurri are always heated and challenging. The next one will be vital for the qualification to the next stage."

Inter are shortlisting names to add to their defence, as contract negotiations with duo Stefan De Vrij and Milan Skriniar seem to be heading nowhere.

Roma Top Defender Making His Presence Felt on Offense

October 10, 2022 Enrico Passarella England, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Chris Smalling once again hit the net in the Lecce game, opening the scoring early with a towering header. He has already bagged three goals in nine Serie A matches. Among the ten best-ranked European leagues, the only other defender to find the target so frequently has been Austria Klagenfurt’s Nicolas Wimmer.

Despite his repeated dismissals, Cristiano Giuntoli remains one of the top options for Juventus to bolster their front office.

Napoli Official Anticipates More Contract Renewals

October 10, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Napoli recently prolonged the contracts for Alex Meret and Alessio Zerbin, and the extensions will keep coming. Stanislav Lobotka is next in line, and a few more players will get new contracts relatively soon. Giuntoli commented: "We are in talks with the players whose deals expire in 2024 and 2015."

Juventus won’t have Danilo, who suffered a thigh strain while on international duties, and Federico Chiesa remains iffy for Sunday’s clash with Milan.

Juventus Brass and Allegri Seeking Recipe to Solve Woes

October 10, 2022 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Juventus lost another away game versus Milan, dropping to minus ten from the top spot after nine rounds for the second straight year, but the management once again renewed their confidence in Massimiliano Allegri. The executives are more worried about the seesawing and underwhelming performances of the team than about the boss.

Milan had started to eye Pietro Terracciano for a backup role next season, but Fiorentina will not lose him for nothing as they extended his deal.

Fiorentina Quickly Respond to Milan Interest in Goalie

October 10, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Milan had started to eye Pietro Terracciano for a backup role next season, but Fiorentina will not lose him for nothing. The Viola announced over the weekend to have reached an agreement to extend his contract until 2025. His previous deal would have expired in June.

Italy won’t have an easy path to the Euro 2024, as they have been pitted against England, one of the most challenging teams out of the second-tier pool.

Mancini Upbeat on Italy Chances in Euro 2024 Qualifying

October 10, 2022 Enrico Passarella England, Euro 2024, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, The Azzurri

Italy won’t have an easy path to the Euro 2024, as they have been pitted against England, one of the most challenging teams out of the second-tier pool. In addition, they will face Ukraine, Malta, and North Macedonia, which famously stunned them in the semifinal of the World Cup playoff.

Juventus have been linked to a few fullbacks, as they will probably have a hole to fill on the left wing. But they might have to add to the right one too.

Juventus Add More Options to Shortlist of Fullbacks

October 7, 2022 Enrico Passarella Borussia Dortmund, Calciomercato, Empoli, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Juventus have been linked to a few fullbacks, as they will probably have a hole to fill on the left wing. But they might have to bring in somebody on the right one too. Similarly to Alex Sandro, Juan Cuadrado is on an expiring contract, and Danilo seems more comfortable as a center-back.

Franck Ribery is rumored to have played his last game. He last featured in mid-August against Roma and missed all the other contests due to a knee injury.

Ribery Reportedly Poised to Hang His Cleats Very Soon

October 7, 2022 Enrico Passarella Bayern Munich, Italian Football, Salernitana, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Franck Ribery is rumored to have played his last game. The attacker last featured in mid-August against Roma and missed all the ensuing contests due to a knee injury. He has consulted multiple specialists, and the problem is severe. He’s on the verge of retirement and might have informed the team already.

Author: Enrico Passarella