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Monza are big-game hunting for their attack and have set their sights on Edin Dzeko. The Brianzoli wants to sign a top striker.

Dzeko Wondered whether Inzaghi Was Drunk before Attempted Sub

September 22, 2021 Enrico Passarella Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A

Edin Dzeko bagged a pivotal goal in the Fiorentina game, completing Inter’s comeback. He hit the net just as Simone Inzaghi was about to replace him with Alexis Sanchez. The striker was perplexed to see what was going on and jokingly questioned the coach's sobriety.

Napoli Captain Insigne Wary of Rival Teams After Perfect League Start

September 22, 2021 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Inter, Inter Milan, Juventus, Napoli

Napoli captain Lorenzo Insigne believes this season’s title race will be closer than ever, with a number of strong teams competing at the top.

Maignan Pens Brilliant Response to Racial Abuse in Juventus Game

September 22, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Juventus, Serie A

Maignan address on Instagram what happened in the recent game: "I am Mike, black and proud. Until we can use our voice to change things, we will do it. These things will continue to happen as long as they are labeled as isolated incidents. This battle is bigger than football."

Serie A-linked Duo Omitted From Barcelona's La Liga Opener

Barcelona Outcast on Juventus and Milan Radar for Potential January Move

September 22, 2021 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Juventus, Liverpool, Serie A

Former Liverpool talisman Philippe Coutinho is out of contention at Barcelona and two Italian giants in Milan and Juventus are interested in getting him.

Atalanta vs Sassuolo 2-1: Gosens, Zappacosta Strikes Salvage Three Points for La Dea

September 22, 2021 Neelabhra Roy Atalanta, International Football, Italian Football, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Atalanta won their second game in a row by defeating Sassuolo 2-1 at the Stadio di Bergamo. Gian Piero Gasperini’s side opened the scoring with only three minutes on the clock thanks to Robin Gosens, who netted his first league …

Fiorentina vs Inter 1-3: The Champions Turn the Table on the Viola

September 21, 2021 Michel Sakr Fiorentina, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A

The hosts started brilliantly, and broke the deadlock through Riccardo Sottil and could have added more as they dominated the action in the first half. Nonetheless, the Italian champions turned the table on their opponents with back-to-back goals early in the second half, before sealing their win with a late strike, as the match ended in a 3-1 result.

Bologna vs Genoa 2-2: Spoils Shared After Thrilling Second Half Battle

September 21, 2021 Enrico Passarella Bologna, Genoa, Italian Football, Serie A

One point for each team in Bologna-Genoa after a back-and-forth second half. The Felsinei move to eight points in the standings, the Grifone to four. They both got partly back on track after rough losses over the weekend. Top strikers Marko Arnautovic and Mattia Destro both hit the net.

José Mourinho has identified the centerpieces of his Roma team next season, a list that features some confirmations but also some surprises.

When Jose Mourinho Forced Premier League Referee Mark Clattenburg to Retire

September 21, 2021 Akhil Fisher Manchester United, Premier League, Roma, Serie A

A fascinating story on another Jose Mourinho incident has emerged, thanks to full disclosure by former Premier League referee Mark Clattenburg in his new autobiography.

Carlo Ancelotti is looking forward to the beginning of the new season, especially Serie A. He thinks Roma have strengthened leaps and bounds under Mourinho.

Carlo Ancelotti Reveals His Surprising Favourites for Scudetto Charge

September 21, 2021 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Inter, Inter Milan, Juventus, Real Madrid, Roma, Serie A

Carlo Ancelotti has set aside his love-hate relationship with Roma coach Jose Mourinho and backed him to go all the way in Serie A to win the title.

Lazio president Claudio Lotito reflected on his long tenure at the helm of the club and the upcoming transfer market window.

Claudio Lotito Not Worried with Lazio Recent Poor Results

September 21, 2021 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A

Lazio got off to a quick start under Maurizio Sarri, but they slowed down and failed to win in the last three tilts. Chairman Claudio Lotito is not preoccupied with the slide: “We need time to jell. As with all things, it takes patience. We hope our new attitude will allow us to build the right mentality over time."

Massimiliano Allegri previewed Wednesday’s Coppa Italia game versus Fiorentina: “We will not try anything new tomorrow, but we are ready."

Allegri Announces Two Starters for Spezia-Juventus, Demands Victory

September 21, 2021 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Spezia

Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri returned in front of the journos ahead of the midweek round with Spezia, addressing the aftermath of the Milan tie and introducing the game, where the Bianconeri will be looking to finally get the first win of the season.

Former Azzurri teammates Inzaghi and Pirlo came face-to-face in the Coppa Italia on Monday night, as the former beat the latter by an overwhelming scoreline

Former Juventus Coach on Barcelona Radar to Replace Koeman

September 21, 2021 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Juventus, Serie A

Ronald Koeman is on the hot seat in Barcelona. The Blaugrana have gotten off to a so-so start in the post-Lionel Messi era. President Joan Laporta is actively looking for a replacement, and Andrea Pirlo is reportedly on his shortlist, alongside club legend Xavi.