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Antonio Conte’s Outburst Is Not How a Leader Should Speak

August 4, 2020 Matteo Carnevale Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Stickers Swapping, Transfer Market

All in all, Antonio Conte’s first year in charge of Inter resulted in a significant improvement in the Nerazzurri’s performance. But minutes after his convincing 2-0 win over Atalanta, the Lecce-born coach let himself go to an unexpected and badly timed outburst against Inter’s management that may put his permanence at the helm of the Nerazzurri at risk.

Five Free Agents That Juventus Could Sign This Summer

August 4, 2020 Luke Phelps Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Stickers Swapping, Transfer Market

Juventus won the Serie A title in the end, but it wasn't without its challenges. Maurizio Sarri's side were pushed to the very end by Inter who only finished a point behind the Old Lady. He'll no doubt have to bolster his squad with depth and class to ensure he can win the Scudetto once again. Here we take a look at five free agents that Juve could sign this summer.

Lecce Thriller Ends In Relegation As Genoa Cruise Past Verona

August 3, 2020 Luke Phelps Genoa, Italian Football, Lecce, Serie A, Serie A 2019-2020

Despite Lecce's best efforts in their 4-3 defeat at home to Parma, a 3-0 win for Genoa at home to Verona saw Lecce relegated on the final day of the Serie A season. The fates of SPAL and Brescia have long been confirmed but going into the final round of Serie A fixtures there was just a single point separating Genoa and Lecce.

Victor Osimhen’s Journey From Lagos To The Napoli Big Stage

August 1, 2020 Kolade Daniel Calciomercato, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2019-2020, Stickers Swapping, Transfer Market

Napoli announced the signing of Victor Osimhen from Lille. The fee is believed to be in the region of €60M and the Nigerian joins in a five-year deal. Make no mistake about it, that price is a bargain for his qualities and the Partenopei might have their hands on a potential world-beater. Osimhen’s story typifies the importance of hard work, belief, and good decisions.

Maurizio Sarri and Juventus: A Relationship That Never Worked

July 30, 2020 The Cult of Calcio Staff Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2019-2020

They never really seemed to fit each other, Maurizio Sarri and Juventus. And the former Napoli and Chelsea Comandante’s adventure at the helm of the Bianconeri ended today as the Turin club announced his sacking. Sarri leaves after just one season where he conquered a Scudetto but failed to win any other trophy and, moreover, his supporters and management’s hearts.

“Still Not Enough” – Juventus Must Let Sarri Go This Summer

July 30, 2020 Kolade Daniel Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2019-2020 2 comments

Juventus were favorites to win the title and once again have secured yet another Scudetto for a ninth straight season. Just that this time, it was in unconvincing fashion. Maurizio Sarri was brought in to introduce flair and attacking impetus at the Bianconeri while winning football matches. It was time for Sarriball. But quite frankly that has not been the case.

Inter Close In On Second Place After Strong Napoli Victory

July 29, 2020 Luke Phelps Inter Milan, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2019-2020

Inter claimed a surprisingly comfortable 2-0 win over Napoli last night, thanks to goals from Danilo D'Ambrosio and Lautaro Martinez. The Nerazzurri have won back-to-back games and without conceding in their last two, placing them a point ahead of Atalanta and four ahead of Lazio (who have a game in hand) going into the final round of fixtures this weekend.

Juventus Crowned Champions With Easy Win Over Sampdoria

July 27, 2020 Luke Phelps Italian Football, Juventus, Sampdoria, Serie A, Serie A 2019-2020

For a nine consecutive season, Juventus have been crowned the Serie A Champions as they beat Sampdoria 2-0 last night at the Allianz Stadium. Maurizio Sarri's side weren't their best on the night however. The 2-0 scoreline might give a more comfortable account of the evening, on which Cristiano Ronaldo was of course the man to get things underway.

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.