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Roma vs Sassuolo 2-1 – Late El Shaarawy Strike Rescues the Romans

September 12, 2021 Will Presnell Roma, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

A dramatic finish saw Jose Mourinho and Roma extend their winning streak to three, pushing the club to the top of the table. Sassuolo gave the hosts a serious challenge, but the Romans came away victorious thanks to heroics from Rui Patricio and a last-minute strike by Stephan El Shaarawy.

Chiellini and Ronaldo earn the highest player rating in the encounter between Juventus and Roma

Giorgio Chiellini Names Cristiano Ronaldo’s Successor at Juventus

September 12, 2021 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Manchester United, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Juventus captain Giorgio Chiellini has delivered his verdict on Cristiano Ronaldo's sensational return to Manchester United in the final days of the summer. The Portuguese superstar left Serie A after three years as he forced his departure despite having a year still remaining on his contract in Turin.

Rafael Leao Hails Milan Fans after Lazio Win

September 12, 2021 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Milan utterly outclassed Lazio in a high-stakes Serie A showdown at San Siro on Sunday to maintain a 100% start to the season. Goals from Rafael Leao and Zlatan Ibrahimovic either side of half-time proved sufficient for a comfortable 2-0 victory on home turf.

Milan continued their perfect start to the 2020-21 campaign with a 2-0 win over Bologna at the San Siro. Zlatan Ibrahimovic was the star of the night

Milan vs Lazio Player Ratings: Zlatan Scores in Season Debut

September 12, 2021 Will Presnell AC Milan, Italy, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Winning its third straight of the season, Milan took down Lazio 2-0. The Rossoneri were by far the better side, turning in a spectacular defensive performance led by Fikayo Tomori and Davide Calabria. The hosts defended deep and conceded possession, unleashing deadly counter-attacks that overwhelmed Lazio's flanks and defensive midfield.

Milan made it three out of three, extending their perfect league start, as they beat Lazio 2-0 at the San Siro in the big match of Serie A Round 3

Milan vs Lazio 2-0: Rafael Leao and Ibrahimovic Deliver the Goods

September 12, 2021 Matteo Carnevale AC Milan, Lazio, Sampdoria, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Milan made it three out of three, extending their perfect league start, as they beat Lazio 2-0 at the San Siro in the big match of Serie A Round 3. Goals from Rafael Leao and Zlatan Ibrahimovic got the job done for Stefano Pioli's side, who reached Napoli at the top of the table as they wait for Roma to also attempt to get their third win in a row.

Underperforming Juventus Star Keen to Solidify His Status under Max Allegri

September 12, 2021 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Weston McKennie is reportedly keen to impress new boss Massimiliano Allegri to keep hold of him following a torrid start. The versatile midfielder was one of Andrea Pirlo's most trusted allies last season, but he has experienced contrasting fortunes under the new manager.

Sampdoria vs Inter Player Ratings: Three Defenders on Target

September 12, 2021 Michel Sakr Inter Milan, Italian Football, Player Ratings, Sampdoria, Serie A

Federico Dimarco gave the visitors the lead with a marvelous freekick, but Maya Yoshida leveled the score with a deflected effort. Lautaro Martinez restored the Nerazzurri's advantage with a swift counter attack, but Tommaso Augello's thunderous volley earned the hosts a vital point against the defending champions. So let's take at look at the player ratings.

Federico Dimarco Thrilled with His Debut Inter Goal

September 12, 2021 Marko Vrakela Inter Milan, Sampdoria, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Sampdoria's best performance of the season held reigning Serie A holders Inter to a 2-2 draw in Genoa on Sunday afternoon. Despite taking the lead twice before half-time, the Nerazzurri failed to claim all three points against a spirited La Samp side.

Milan and Lazio square off at the Luigi Ferraris on Sunday in Serie A Round 3 and it's time to preview the game and look at the lineups

Milan vs Lazio Serie A Round 3 – Key Battles

September 12, 2021 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Milan and Lazio go head-to-head in a high-profile Serie A showdown on Sunday at San Siro. It's time to take a look at the two key battles that could determine the outcome of this fixture.

Sampdoria and Inter shared the spoils in the Sunday lunchtime game. Inzaghi's Nerazzurri took the lead twice but saw Samp bounce back in both occasions

Sampdoria vs Inter 2-2: Inzaghi Takes Lead Twice but Samp Bounce Back

September 12, 2021 Matteo Carnevale Inter, Inter Milan, Sampdoria, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Sampdoria and Inter shared the spoils in the Serie A Sunday lunchtime game. Simone Inzaghi's Nerazzurri took the lead twice, opening the scoring with a phenomenal Federico Dimarco free kick, but saw the courageous Blucerchiati bounce back in both occasions and even risk to win as Inter were forced to play the last 20 minutes with one man less.

Serie A Round 3 Preview and Expected Lineups – Ibrahimovic Is Back!

September 12, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Atalanta, Bologna, Cagliari, Empoli, Fiorentina, Genoa, Hellas Verona, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Napoli, Roma, Salernitana, Sampdoria, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Spezia, Torino, Udinese, Venezia

The international break is finally over, and it's time to take a look at the expected lineups for Serie A Round 3. This weekend's menu offers two mouthwatering battles that could already say a lot about the possible contenders for the title.

Atalanta Boss Gasperini Delivers Verdict on Fiorentina Clash

Gian Piero Gasperini Has No Regrets Despite Atalanta’s Loss

September 12, 2021 Marko Vrakela Atalanta, Fiorentina, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021

Atalanta suffered their first defeat this Serie A season as Fiorentina eked out a tight 2-1 triumph at the Gewiss Stadium on Saturday. In a match highlighted by three penalties and VAR controversy, Dusan Vlahovic brought La Viola's five-match winless league streak in Bergamo to a halt.