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Pioli’s Extension Is Good News For Milan But Shows One Problem

July 22, 2020 Kolade Daniel AC Milan, Calciomercato, Serie A, Serie A 2019-2020, Stickers Swapping, Transfer Market One comment

It's indeed been a roller-coaster over the past 24 hours for Milan and company. It looked more than likely Ralf Rangnick would join at the end of the season but for a late turn-around at the eleventh hour. Meaning, Stefano Pioli gets to continue his adventure at the helm of affairs for another two years. What does this decision mean for Milan?

“Shrewd Piece Of Business”- Napoli Summer Window Is Sorted

July 20, 2020 Kolade Daniel Calciomercato, Napoli, Serie A, Stickers Swapping, Transfer Market

It's no longer news that Lille hotshot Victor Osimhen is on the verge of completing a move to Napoli. After weeks of complications here and there including disputes with agents, a move might now be nearing completion. Just days ago, reliable sources from Nigeria close to Osimhen confirmed that a deal is almost completed.

Genoa Overcome Lecce 2-1 In Key Relegation Battle

July 19, 2020 The Cult of Calcio Staff Genoa, Italian Football, Lecce, Serie A, Serie A 2019-2020

Genoa took a big step towards remaining in Serie A on Sunday as they beat direct contender Lecce 2-1 at the Luigi Ferraris Stadium. Davide Nicola’s Rossoblu increased their lead over the Giallorossi to four points with just four games to go, thanks to Toni Sanabria's opener and Lecce goalkeeper Gabriel's own goal - which neutralized Marco Mancosu's equalizer.

Five Things First: Top Stories From Serie A Round 33

July 16, 2020 Matteo Carnevale Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2019-2020

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.

Sassuolo Unlucky To Leave With Just a Point Against Juventus

July 16, 2020 Luke Phelps Italian Football, Juventus, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2019-2020

Juventus were lucky to salvage a point after Sassuolo kept on coming from behind in their 3-3 clash in Serie A on Wednesday night, as Juve open up a seven point gap at the top of the table. On what was supposed to be a routine win, the Bianconeri realized that their job is far from done as Sassuolo have shown the rest of the league Juve's flaws.

Temples of The Cult: Sassuolo’s Mapei Stadium in Reggio Emilia

July 15, 2020 Thomas Salvatori Italian Football, Sassuolo, Serie A, Temples of The Cult

The Mapei Stadium, also known as Città del Tricolore, is considered the first "modern" stadium in Italian football. Despite being only 25 years old, it has seen multiple teams, names, owners, a bankruptcy, and even European competition matches. Located in Reggio Emilia, it is currently owned by Sassuolo and hosts the Neroverdi's games in Serie A.

Five Things First: Top Stories From Serie A Round 32

July 13, 2020 Matteo Carnevale Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2019-2020

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

July 13, 2020 Matteo Carnevale AC Milan, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2019-2020

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

July 12, 2020 Matteo Carnevale Atalanta, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2019-2020

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.

Former Referee Collina Reflects On VAR at World Football Summit

July 10, 2020 The Cult of Calcio Staff Italian Football, Serie A, World Football Summit

VAR can really save a referee’s career, said Pierluigi Collina in a virtual conversation with football journalist Gabriele Marcotti at the World Football Summit. The former Italian referee fully backed up the introduction of the video assistant technology and discussed how its future evolution may add even greater benefit to the game.

Pinpointing Lazio’s Demise In The Serie A Title Race

July 10, 2020 Luke Phelps Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2019-2020

Twenty years after Lazio last wore the Scudetto, it looked as though they might do once again. But the restart has seen them falter, having lost three of five - so what's gone wrong at Lazio? On top of some experience, Simone Inzaghi's side seems to lack that depth and that cutting edge to mount a realistic push for the title.

Five Things First: Top Stories From Serie A Round 31

July 9, 2020 Matteo Carnevale Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2019-2020

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.

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