Maurizio Sarri and Juventus – A Relationship That Never Worked

They never really seemed to fit each other, Maurizio Sarri and Juventus. And the former Napoli and Chelsea Comandante’s adventure at the helm of the Bianconeri ended today as the Turin club announced his sacking. Sarri leaves after just one season where he conquered a Scudetto but failed to win any other trophy and, moreover, his supporters and management’s hearts.
Cristiano Ronaldo in despair after Juventus crashed out of Champions League at the hand of Lyon

Ronaldo Not Enough to Save Juventus Champions League Dream

Juventus bid farewell once again to their dream of winning the Champions League as they beat Lyon 2-1 in the second leg of their Round of 16 game but saw the French side advancing on away goals after winning 1-0 the first leg played 163 days ago at home. In the end, what made the difference was a controversial penalty awarded to Lyon early in the game.

Lazio Set To Make a Move On 34-Year-Old International Star

According to multiple Italian media outlets, including top circulation Gazzetta dello Sport, David Silva might be considering a move to Lazio. The Biancocelesti cannot match the salary expectations of the Spanish international but could add a series of bonuses and benefits to their 4M euros offer that may make Silva consider the opportunity to play in Serie A.

Superior Sevilla Side Pushes Roma Out of Europa League

Roma's new president Dan Friedkin was surely hoping for a different start for his adventure in charge of the Roman Wolves. Instead, his first game as Giallorossi chairman in pectore ended in a bad loss to Sevilla on neutral turf at the MSV Arena in Duisburg. Sevilla put two past the Giallorossi with Sergio Reguilon and Youssef En-Nesiry.

Lukaku, Eriksen Goals Get Getafe Job Done For Inter

Goals from Romelu Lukaku and Christian Eriksen got the job done for Inter as Antonio Conte's side moved past Getafe at the Arena Aufschalke in Gelsenkirchen in their Europa League Round of 16 game. Inter took the lead with the Belgian's 11th goal in 8 Europa League appearances this season and the Dane wrapped their win right after making his entrance to the pitch.

Antonio Conte’s Outburst Is Not How a Leader Should Speak

All in all, Antonio Conte’s first year in charge of Inter resulted in a significant improvement in the Nerazzurri’s performance. But minutes after his convincing 2-0 win over Atalanta, the Lecce-born coach let himself go to an unexpected and badly timed outburst against Inter’s management that may put his permanence at the helm of the Nerazzurri at risk.

Five Things First: Top Stories From Serie A Round 33

In the latest round of the Italian top-flight, Juventus moved one step closer to the Scudetto despite failing to win for the third time in a row. Inter maintained their second spot in the table as they put four past desperate SPAL, reducing their gap from the Bianconeri to six points only. Atalanta crushed Brescia in a classic regional derby to pass Lazio in the ranking.

Five Things First: Top Stories From Serie A Round 32

Round 32 of Serie A saw Juventus coming pretty close to losing their second game in a row before Cristiano Ronaldo sorted things out from the penalty spot to deny Atalanta a joy. Gian Piero Gasperini's boys thus failed their assault to the second spot in the table, which was rather conquered by Inter as the Nerazzurri beat Torino in the last round fixture on Monday night. 

Sunday Napoli – Milan Stalemate Favors Roma in Europa League Run

Sunday night game at San Paolo Stadium between Napoli and Milan ended in a 2-2 tie which delighted the virtual attendance but was of little help to both clubs – who are still in contention for a Europa League spot next season. Goals by Theo Hernandez, Giovanni Di Lorenzo, Dries Mertens, and Frank Kessié wrapped a spectacular game which, however, mostly favored Roma.

Cristiano Ronaldo Penalties Save Juventus In Battle with Atalanta

Cristiano Ronaldo buried the spot twice to score his 27th and 28th goals in this Serie A season and save Juventus against an Atalanta side who had taken the lead twice with Duvan Zapata and Ruslan Malinovskyi. Two controversial penalties kept the Bianconeri alive and made them keep their distance from Gian Piero Gasperini’s squad.

Five Things First: Top Stories From Serie A Round 31

In what was quite an unexpected turn of events, the latest Serie A round saw the top two clubs in the ranking both losing their games as Lecce shocked Lazio and Juventus saw Milan coming from behind after taking a two-goal lead. A disappointing Inter side were held onto a draw by Verona and Atalanta took advantage of the situation to pass Conte's Nerazzurri.

Verona and Inter Share Spoils In Vibrant Bentegodi Battle

Verona and Inter shared the spoils in a vibrant game at the Marc'Antonio Bentegodi Stadium on Thursday night in the last fixture of Serie A Round 31. Miguel Veloso ultimately equalized for the home side after Antonio Candreva's brace had overturned Darko Lazovic's rapid lead, sealing a 2-2 score which was of little use to both sides.