Marko Vrakela, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Stefano Pioli Delivers Verdict on Milan Star’s Contract Situation

September 11, 2021 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Lazio, Serie A

Milan head coach Stefano Pioli has admitted he would like Franck Kessie to commit his long-term future to the club. During an interview in the build-up to his side's mouth-water Serie A showdown against Lazio, Pioli commented on the midfielder's current contractual situation.

Milan and Lazio square off at the Luigi Ferraris on Sunday in Serie A Round 3 and it's time to preview the game and look at the lineups

Milan vs Lazio Preview and Expected Lineups – Serie A Round 3

September 11, 2021 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

San Siro plays host to a mammoth Serie A match-up between Milan and Lazio on Sunday and it’s time to preview the game and take a look at the expected lineups. Both sides have been nothing short of exceptional at the beginning of the season, which promises plenty of fireworks tomorrow.

Sampdoria and Inter square off at the Luigi Ferraris on Sunday in Serie A Round 3 and it's time to preview the game and look at the lineups

Sampdoria vs Inter Preview and Expected Lineups – Serie A Round 3

September 11, 2021 Marko Vrakela Inter Milan, Sampdoria, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Out-of-sorts Sampdoria and South American-crippled Inter Milan will trade tackles at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris in an exciting Serie A clash and it’s time to preview the game and take a look at the expected lineups. While the current titleholders enjoyed a flying start to the season, the hosts have yet to taste victory this term.

Napoli and Juventus square off at the Maradona Stadium on Saturday in Serie A Round 3 and it's time to preview the game and look at the lineups

Napoli vs Juventus Preview and Expected Lineups – Serie A Round 3

September 10, 2021 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Stadio Diego Armando Maradona plays host to a mouth-watering Serie A showdown between Napoli and Juventus on Saturday. The sides have experienced contrasting fortunes in their opening two top-flight fixtures as the traveling team seek their first win of the season.

Preview: September’s Serie A Fixture Schedule Shows No Mercy to Juventus

September 6, 2021 Marko Vrakela Champions League, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Juventus' decision to bring Massimiliano Allegri back to the helm has failed to pay any dividends at the beginning of the season. Following an underwhelming fourth-place finish in 2020/21, I Bianconeri parted ways with Andrea Pirlo and standout performer Cristiano Ronaldo in the summer.

Preview: Inter’s September Schedule Brings Them up Against Old Foes

September 5, 2021 Marko Vrakela Champions League, Inter Milan, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Reigning Serie A champions Inter have made light work of their early life without title-winning manager Antonio Conte and headline performer Romelu Lukaku. New manager Simone Inzaghi and deadline-day signing Joaquin Correa have hit the ground running from day one, helping the fans get over a turbulent summer.

Milan Stance on Jesus Corona Revealed After Failed Summer Negotiations

September 5, 2021 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Serie A, Transfer Market

Milan have cooled their interest in outgoing Porto winger Jesus Corona after failing to acquire his signature down the final stretch of the summer transfer window. According to Calciomercato, Rossoneri director of football Frederic Massara put in substantial efforts to sign the Mexico international in the last 20 days of the summer transfer campaign.

Switzerland vs Italy – 2022 World Cup Qualifiers Preview, H2H & Predicted Line-ups

September 5, 2021 Marko Vrakela Italy, Switzerland, World Cup 2022 Qualifiers

St. Jakob-Park is the venue as Switzerland and Italy go head-to-head in a top-of-the-standings 2022 World Cup qualifying Group C encounter. The two sides, who are likely to battle it out for a top place in this group, last met in a World Cup qualifier in 1993 in a match that didn't end well for the Italians.

Inter Continue to Monitor Lazio-Linked Bundesliga Star

September 5, 2021 Marko Vrakela Inter Milan, Serie A, Transfer Market

Inter are reportedly left alone in the pursuit of Eintracht Frankfurt winger Filip Kostic after Lazio pulled out of the race. According to Calciomercato, I Nerazzurri are still entertaining the prospect of landing the Serbia international, who was on the club's radar throughout the summer.

Milan manager Stefano Pioli is eager to take on RB Salzburg in Austria in the Champions League group day opener, having dispatched Inter in the derby.

Preview: Milan’s September Fixture Will Tell What the Rossoneri Are Made of

September 4, 2021 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Champions League, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Club football has taken a back seat for a fortnight, allowing the national teams to continue their path to Qatar 2022. Serie A football will be back in action next weekend, with Milan playing host to familiar foes Lazio in a mouth-watering top-flight encounter at the San Siro.

Ex-Inter Striker Tips Joaquin Correa to Thrive in His New Environment

September 4, 2021 Marko Vrakela Argentina, Inter Milan, Serie A

Former Inter striker Giampaolo Pazzini has tipped new signing Joaquin Correa to hit double figures this season following an eye-catching start. During an interview with Gazzetta dello Sport, the 37-year-old explained how the Argentine could go from strength to strength in his new surroundings.

Juventus Legend Blasts Cristiano Ronaldo for Leaving the Club in ‘Disrespectful Manner’

September 4, 2021 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Serie A

Juventus legend Alessio Tacchinardi has blasted Cristiano Ronaldo for leaving the club high and dry late in the summer transfer window. The Portugal captain sealed a blockbuster return to Manchester United in the final days of the summer in a deal worth £19.4million.

Author: Marko Vrakela