Author: Matteo Carnevale

The second leg of the Nations League Quarter Final between Germany and Italy ended 3-3, a game of two halves which Die Mannschaft dominated for 45 minutes

Germany vs Italy 3-3: Azzurri Wake Up in Second Half to Cancel Three-Goal Deficit

Germany, International Football, Italian Football, Italy, Nations League, Serie A, The Azzurri
 A question from Dortmund: Which one is the real Italy? The frightened, confused lineup that was brutally wiped out by Germany in the first half at the Signal Iduna Park tonight? Or the brave, gritty side that canceled a three-goal deficit and even went close to wrap a sensational comeback? The second leg of the Nations League Quarter Final between Germany and Italy ended 3-3 and was a textbook game of two halves.
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March 22, 2000, was one of Lazio's last greatest European nights as they beat Chelsea 2-1 in the final game of the Champions League's second group stage

Today in Serie A – March 22, 2000: When Lazio Run Riot in Champions League

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March 22, 2000, was one of Lazio's last great European nights. Coached by Sven Goran Eriksson, the Biancocelesti raided Stamford Bridge at beat Chelsea 1-2 in the final game of the Champions League's second group stage. In those days, Lazio were a force to be reckoned with in Serie A - so much that the 1999/2000 season would end with the Roman Aquile lifting the Scudetto trophy for the second time in their history.  
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A first half illusion for the Azzurri, then Germany took over and wrapped a key 1-2 win at the San Siro in the first leg of the 2024/25 Nations League Quarter Finals

Italy vs Germany 1-2: Azzurri Shocked After First Half Illusion

Germany, International Football, Italian Football, Italy, Nations League, Serie A, The Azzurri
A first half illusion for the Azzurri, then Germany took over and wrapped a key 1-2 win at the San Siro in the first leg of the 2024/25 Nations League Quarter Finals. Sandro Tonali put Italy ahead after just nine minutes, but Die Mannschaft turned things around in the second half with two headers, the specialty of the house, powered by substitute Tim Kleindienst and Leon Goretzka.  
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During the 1980s, it was never easy to come home from Avellino and their passionate home ground Stadio Partenio with any points in the pocket

Today in Serie A – March 20, 1983: Genoa Surrender to the “Law of the Partenio”

Avellino, Genoa, Italian Football, Juventus, On This Day, Serie A
During the 1980s, it was never easy to come home from Avellino with any points in the pocket. Their home turf Stadio Partenio was a small, yet turbulent playing ground where the local fans’ passionate support could really make a difference. Even the traditional Serie A powerhouses often ended up surrendering to the so-called “Law of the Partenio."
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Carlo Mazzone was survived by his antics and anecdotes, which calcio fans still recount with pleasure regardless of their football faith

Today in Serie A – March 19, 1995: “Amedeo, How Many Goals Did You Score?”

Cagliari, Italian Football, On This Day, Roma, Serie A
It’s been almost two years already since the legendary Carlo Mazzone passed away. He coached all around the Italian peninsula for 38 years, always leaving a mark for his genuineness, grouchiness, and his kind heart. He was survived by his antics and anecdotes, which calcio fans still recount with pleasure regardless of their football faith.  
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The Grande Torino beat Juventus 3-1 at the Filadelfia Stadium on February 13, 1949. It was going to be their last Derby della Mole

Today in Serie A – February 13, 1949: The Last Derby of the Grande Torino

Italian Football, Juventus, On This Day, Serie A, Torino
They didn’t know that that was going to be their last Derby, those brave, maroon-dressed players from the Grande Torino who took the field against Juventus at the legendary Filadelfia Stadium on February 13, 1949. Just three months after trampling the Bianconeri 3-1, the whole Torino squad perished in a plane crash.
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One of the best goals ever scored in Serie A is one you won’t find in football history books. It was disallowed and, as of today, it is still not clear why

Today in Serie A – February 12, 1984: Serie A’s Best (Disallowed) Goal Ever

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One of the best goals ever scored in Serie A is one you won’t find in any football history book. It was disallowed and, as of today, it is still not fully clear why. The author of such a feat – a spectacular overhead in legendary defender Franco Baresi’s face – is Aldo Cantarutti, a prolific left winger who journeyed through many top-flight clubs during the 1980s.
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On February 11, 1990, Arrigo Sacchi’s Milan dismantled Napoli 3-0 with three headers from Daniele Massaro, Paolo Maldini, and Marco Van Basten

Today in Serie A – February 11, 1990: Milan Beat Napoli with Three Headers

AC Milan, Italian Football, Napoli, On This Day, Serie A
Today’s trip down to memory lane is dedicated to the February 11, 1990, matchup at the San Siro as Arrigo Sacchi’s Milan dismantled Napoli 3-0 with three headers from Daniele Massaro, Paolo Maldini, and Marco Van Basten. It was a key game along the path to the Scudetto as, before kick-off, Napoli sat top of the table with 36 points and Milan trailed by two.
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