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Allegri Admits Doubts in Putting Together Lineup for Chelsea Game

September 28, 2021 Enrico Passarella Chelsea, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A

Massimiliano Allegri will have to deal with a few absences in tomorrow’s clash with Chelsea: "We will need a technically sound game and it will be a nice test. We will face the reigning champions tomorrow, and it will be a magnificent night regardless of the result."

Capacity in Italian Stadiums Will Soon Increase to 75 Percent

September 28, 2021 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Serie A

The capacity in Serie A stadiums will improve by 25 percent as the technical-scientific committee has given the green light to raise it to 75 percent. The body has guided the decisions on the COVID-related restrictions during the pandemic. Arenas had been half full to open the season.

Gasperini Announces a Major Return for Atalanta in Young Boys Game

September 28, 2021 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Champions League, Italian Football, Serie A

Atalanta coach Gian Piero Gasperini sat down with the press talk about the Young Boys fixture: “It is an important game. The fact that they defeated Manchester United makes everything more complicated. The deciding clashes will arrive later on, though.”

Juventus vs Chelsea Preview and Expected Lineups – UCL Round 2

September 28, 2021 Akhil Fisher Champions League, Chelsea, Juventus, Premier League, Serie A

Chelsea visit the Allianz Stadium in Turin in Group H’s most anticipated encounter, as the Bianconeri look to build upon their positive victory over Malmo on the previous Champions League matchday.

Roma and Mourinho Waging War on Italian Referees after Derby Loss

September 28, 2021 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Roma, Serie A

The bitter aftermath of the Derby della Capitale is still ongoing. José Mourinho slammed referee Marco Guida and VAR assistant Massimiliano Irrati. the club is putting together a list of episodes to prove the repeated mistakes and unfair treatment they have been victims of.

Paris Saint-Germain vs Manchester City Preview and Expected Lineups – UCL Round 2

September 28, 2021 Akhil Fisher Champions League, Ligue 1, Manchester City, Paris Saint Germain, Premier League

The French giants, filled with arguably the most brilliant roster in world football, will welcome Pep Guardiola’s side who are unbeaten in seven matches.

Jorginho Focusing on Winning Games, Not on Ballon d’Or Candidacy

September 28, 2021 Enrico Passarella Chelsea, Italian Football, Italy, Juventus, Serie A

Jorginho has a serious shot at winning the Ballon d’Or thanks to the success in Champions League and Euro 2020. But the midfielder is not dwelling on it: “At the moment, I am focusing on the Juventus game. I will have the opportunity to fight for more trophies later this year."

UEFA Cancels Super League-Related Proceedings against Juventus

September 28, 2021 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Italian Football, Juventus, Real Madrid, Serie A

Juventus, Real Madrid, and Barcelona will not face punishment in the short term for being part of the Super League. UEFA announced yesterday to have nullified their inquiry and sanctions. The decision stems from an order of a Madrid court, which had imposed to cancel them.

Inzaghi Indicates How Inter Can Improve before Shakhtar Donetsk Game

September 27, 2021 Enrico Passarella Champions League, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A

Simone Inzaghi addressed the key bout with Shakhtar Donetsk: “It will not be a deciding game yet, but it is very very important. They are a great team, very well-trained and with excellent players. We are coming off a good game versus Atalanta, where I liked our reaction a lot."

Juventus Join Milan among Serie A Teams Interested in MLS Sensation

September 27, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Juventus, MLS, Serie A, Transfer Market

Ricardo Pepi has taken MLS by storm over the past year, breaking all sorts of precocity records. Juventus and Milan are among the teams keeping tabs on him, but they will have plenty of competition, starting with Bayern Munich. Bologna and Fiorentina previously tried to sign him.

Juventus Receive Mixed News from Test Results of Injured Stars

September 27, 2021 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A

Juventus grabbed the first home win of the season against Sampdoria. However, the celebrations were muted as there was fear Paulo Dybala had sustained a serious muscular injury. Alvaro Morata subbed off with a physical issue later on as well. Today's exams clarified their status going forward.