Matteo Carnevale, Author at The Cult of Calcio

The game between Napoli and Lazio from April 3, 2011, is one of those matches that would make even an occasional viewer fall in love with Serie A

Napoli vs Lazio Throwback: A Seven-Goal Blast from the Past

September 2, 2023 Matteo Carnevale Lazio, Napoli, Serie A, Throwback Thursday

The game between Napoli and Lazio from April 3, 2011, is one of those football matches that would make even an occasional viewer fall in love with Serie A and Italian football. Ninety minutes of pure adrenaline in which the Partenopei and the Biancocelesti engaged in a spectacular goal-fest.

Here's how Stefano Pioli's Milan players performed against Roma tonight at the Stadio Olimpico based on our player ratings

Milan Player Ratings vs Roma: A Rafael Leao Masterpiece Volley!

September 1, 2023 Matteo Carnevale AC Milan, Player Ratings, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Milan made three out of three this season as they edged past Roma at the Stadio Olimpico on Friday night thanks to Olivier Giroud's spot kick and Rafael Leao's masterpiece goal. But when the Rossoneri seemed to have gotten their job done, Fikayo Tomori saw red with still 30 minutes to go, forcing his side to defend the lead with one man less.

Saudi Pro League and Serie A have not touched the €1B mark, whereas the Premier League has almost reach thrice that amount in terms of expenditure.

Loyalty Rewarded: How Italian Clubs Appreciate Fans Through Promotions

August 29, 2023 Matteo Carnevale Uncategorized

In the ever-competitive world of business and entertainment, rewarding customer loyalty is a universal strategy. From retail to online entertainment, industries across the globe are employing innovative promotions to create connections and express appreciation. Nowhere is this more evident than …

Here are our player ratings for the Milan vs. Torino showdown at the San Siro, where newcomers like Christian Pulisic and Tijjani Reijnders shone again

Milan Player Ratings vs Torino: Pulisic and Reijnders Shine Again

August 26, 2023 Matteo Carnevale AC Milan, Bologna, Player Ratings, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Milan captured their second Serie A win in a row as they easily disposed of Torino in Serie A Round 2. It was an impressive team performance on the Rossoneri's part as newcomers Christian Pulisic and Tijjani Reijnders confirmed the good impression they made on their debut.

Milan caught their second Serie A win in a row as they demolished Torino 4-1 at the San Siro on Saturday night, with Olivier Giroud scoring twice

Milan vs Torino 4-1: Giroud Strikes Twice from the Penalty Spot

August 26, 2023 Matteo Carnevale AC Milan, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Torino

Since he took the reins of Milan four years ago, Stefano Pioli has treated his fans with some strong starts in the Serie A. This season made no exception as the Rossoneri caught their second win in a row as they demolished Torino 4-1 at the San Siro on Saturday night. Olivier Giroud scored Milans' second and fourth goals from the penalty spot to become the solitary capocannoniere.

On October 21, 1984, Verona goalkeeper Claudio Garella came up with a sensational performance that helped his side hold Serie A champions Roma to a tie

Roma vs Verona Throwback: A Glory Day for Goalkeeper Garella

August 26, 2023 Matteo Carnevale Hellas Verona, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Throwback Thursday

The Serie A 1984/85 season was probably the last when calcio fans could witness an authentic miracle on the pitch. It was the season when the Scudetto was won – for the first and only time so far – by Verona. Many were the reasons that made it possible, but no small part in it was played by goalkeeper Claudio Garella, a true iconic figure of Italian football in the 1980s.

The passing of Carlo Mazzone yesterday brought back to mind one of the most famous episode in the legendary career of the Rome-born coach

Run Carletto, Run! The Story of Mazzone’s Legendary Outburst

August 20, 2023 Matteo Carnevale Italian Football, Roma, Serie A

The passing of Carlo Mazzone yesterday brought back to mind one of the most famous episode in the legendary career of the Rome-born coach. There is not a single person south of the Alps who won’t remember this episode, which made it into the collective imagination of Italian football aficionados as “Mazzone’s Run.”

Udinese beating Juventus is not a common sight in Serie A. But when you have strikers like Fabio Quagliarella and Antonio Di Natale, everything is possible.

Udinese vs Juventus Throwback: Quaglia and Di Natale Stun Ranieri

August 19, 2023 Matteo Carnevale Juventus, Serie A, Throwback Thursday, Udinese

Udinese beating Juventus in an all-Bianconeri affair is not a common sight in Serie A. But when you have two strikers like Fabio Quagliarella and Antonio Di Natale on your side, everything is possible. That was the case on January 28, 2009, when the Zebrette shocked Madama with two goals from their stellar attackers on a cold mid-week Serie A matchday.

Derby d’Italia 2023/24 – When Will Juventus vs Inter Happen?

July 26, 2023 Matteo Carnevale Uncategorized

The 2023–24 Serie A schedule has been released and Juventus will host the first Derby d’Italia with Inter in 2023–24. Last year, Juve won both of their Serie A encounters.

Since the Bianconeri last won the Scudetto under Maurizio Sarri …

Missed Opportunity for Italy Women at 2023 World Cup

July 8, 2023 Matteo Carnevale Uncategorized

Although they weren’t considered to be one of the leading candidates for success, the Italian team headed to the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup with plenty of enthusiasm. Following the frustrations of the UEFA Women’s Euro 2022 tournament, winless and …

Italy's 0-1 loss to Norway means that the Azzurrini will miss the Olympic pass again. Paolo Nicolato's stint as Italy U-21 coach could not have ended worse

Italy vs Norway 0-1: Botheim Strike Condems Azzurrini to Euro U-21 Exit

June 28, 2023 Matteo Carnevale International Football, Italian Football, Italy, Norway, Serie A, Under 21, Under 21 European Championship

Italy's 0-1 loss to Norway means that the Azzurrini will miss the Olympic pass for the fourth time in a row. Paolo Nicolato's four-year stint as the Italy U-21 coach could not have ended worse.

Paolo Nicolato's Italy U-21 caught their first win in the European Championship as they survived Switzerland's comeback to hold to a 3-2 success

Switzerland vs Italy 2-3: U-21 Azzurrini Survive Second Half Scare

June 25, 2023 Matteo Carnevale International Football, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, Switzerland, Under 21, Under 21 European Championship

Paolo Nicolato's Italy U-21 caught their first win in the European Championship on Sunday as they survived Switzerland's second half comeback to hold to a 3-2 success. Goals from Lorenzo Pirola, Wilfried Gnonto, and Fabiano Parisi earned the Azzurrini a comfortable triple lead at half time. However, the Swiss almost managed to level the gap right after the restart.

Author: Matteo Carnevale