Paulius Kundzelevicius, Author at The Cult of Calcio

Serie A Round 17: Roma – Inter Preview and Expected Lineups

January 10, 2021 Paulius Kundzelevicius Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021

We are only in the early weeks of the new year, but the first few matchdays of 2021 have already served us some intriguing match-ups and unexpected results. In Round 17 of Serie A, the third-placed Roma will be looking to move another inch closer to the top of the league table as Paulo Fonseca’s men host the other serious title contenders Inter.

Milan – Juventus Tactical Analysis: Chiesa Brilliance Made a Difference

January 8, 2021 Paulius Kundzelevicius AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Tactical Analysis

For the first time this season, Milan did not spark a comeback as two second-half goals from Juventus gave Stefano Pioli’s side their first loss of the campaign. This tactical analysis will break down the key playing patterns of both teams and show how Juventus managed to get all the three points on offer in the Serie A big clash.

Serie A Round 16: Milan – Juventus Preview and Expected Lineups

January 6, 2021 Paulius Kundzelevicius AC Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021

The new year has just arrived, but the Serie A teams are already busy fighting for precious points following a short 10-day winter break. In Round 16, we welcome the first Clash of The Titans in 2021, as league leaders Milan will be looking to further increase the gap at the top of the table against historic rivals Juventus at the Stadio San Siro.

Edin Dzeko Late Strike Seals Roma Narrow Win Over Sampdoria

January 3, 2021 Paulius Kundzelevicius Italian Football, Roma, Sampdoria, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021 One comment

In Serie A Round 15 third-placed Roma welcomed Claudio Ranieri’s Sampdoria at the Stadio Olimpico in the hope of cementing their place in the top four. Despite dominating for the majority of the game, it took Roma more than an hour until they managed to find a breakthrough, with Edin Dzeko scoring his sixth seasonal goal to lead his team to a narrow 1-0 win.

This tactical analysis will break down the key playing patterns of both teams as Milan snatched a 3-2 win over Lazio in Serie A Round 14

Tactical Analysis: Lazio Unable to Cope with Milan Counterattacks

December 25, 2020 Paulius Kundzelevicius AC Milan, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Tactical Analysis

In Round 14 of Serie A, Milan were looking to extend their 14-game unbeaten run, which would have placed them top of the league standings coming into the new year. Despite throwing away a two-goal lead, the high-flying Rossoneri managed to sneak out a tight 3-2 win over Lazio thanks to a stoppage- time header from Theo Hernandez. This tactical analysis will break down the key patterns of both teams.

Despite Verona enormous defensive efforts trying to nullify the attacking threats from Inter, the Nerazzurri secured their seventh league win in a row

Lautaro and Skriniar Goals Secure Inter 7th Consecutive Serie A Win

December 23, 2020 Paulius Kundzelevicius Hellas Verona, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021 2 comments

In Round 14 of Serie A, second-placed Inter traveled to Verona in the hope of climbing above their fierce cross-city rivals Milan in the league table. The Nerazzurri were looking for their seventh consecutive league win, while Verona hoped to maintain the second-best defensive record in the Serie A. Despite Verona’s enormous defensive efforts, Inter managed to get the three points.

Serie A Round 14: Milan – Lazio Preview and Expected Lineups

December 23, 2020 Paulius Kundzelevicius AC Milan, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021

The final Serie A matchday of 2020 offers all the Italian football fans one of the most intriguing matches in the last few weeks. In Round 14, the league leaders Milan will be seeking to finish the year top of the league by beating Simone Inzaghi’s Lazio at the Stadio San Siro. The Cult of Calcio is here to preview the main match of Round 14, with an eye on the expected lineups of both clubs.

In Serie A Round 14, Inter travel to Verona in pursuit of another three points that could potentially take them to the top the Serie A standings

Serie A Round 14: Verona – Inter Preview and Expected Lineups

December 23, 2020 Paulius Kundzelevicius Hellas Verona, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021

It has been a joyful first part of the 2020-21 Serie A season, with three serious title contenders going neck and neck until the final match-day of 2020. In Round 14, Inter travel to Verona in pursuit of another three points that could potentially take them to the top the Serie A standings going into the new year. Here is our preview of the game, with an eye on the probable lineups of both sides.

Serie A Round 14: Juventus – Fiorentina Preview and Expected Lineups

December 22, 2020 Paulius Kundzelevicius Fiorentina, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021

After an intriguing round of fixtures last weekend, the Serie A teams are back in action this week for the last time in 2020. In Round 14, Juventus will be looking to finish the year on a high note, with the reigning champions hosting Fiorentina at the Allianz Stadium in Turin. Here is our preview of the game, with an eye on the potential lineups of both sides.

Serie A Round 13: Inter – Spezia Preview and Expected Lineups

December 20, 2020 Paulius Kundzelevicius Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Spezia

A hectic fixture list containing double gameweeks has kicked in, leaving teams with no time to rest. In Round 13 of Serie A, Inter will be looking to make it two wins out of two this week, as Antonio Conte’s men take on Spezia at Stadio San Siro. The Cult of Calcio is here to preview Inter’s attempt to climb to the top of the Serie A table for the first time this season, with an eye on the expected lineups.

In Serie A Round 13, the league leaders Milan travel to Sassuolo in the hope of extending a remarkable 12-game unbeaten run

Serie A Round 13: Sassuolo – Milan Preview and Expected Lineups

December 19, 2020 Paulius Kundzelevicius AC Milan, Italian Football, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021

In midweek, the Serie A teams have entered a period of hectic festive schedule, with games being played every three days. In Round 13, the league leaders Milan travel to Sassuolo in the hope of extending a remarkable 12-game unbeaten run. The Cult of Calcio previews one of the most exciting matches of this weekend, with an eye on the probable lineups of both teams.

Serie A Round 13: Parma – Juventus Preview and Expected Lineups

December 19, 2020 Paulius Kundzelevicius Italian Football, Juventus, Parma, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021

There is no time to rest during the congested Christmas period, as the Serie A teams return to action once again this Saturday. In Round 13, the reigning champions Juventus travel to Parma, where Andrea Pirlo’s men will be aiming to remain one of only two teams who are still undefeated this Serie A season. Both Juve and Parma fought out a midweek draw only three days ago.

Author: Paulius Kundzelevicius