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Leo Messi and The Times That Are a-Changin’ at Barcelona

August 26, 2020 Diego Ottaviano Barcelona, La Liga, Serie A, Spanish Football, Transfer Market, Uncategorized

So, let us tell you a story. Lionel Messi may leave Barcelona. Okay, let's repeat it. La Pulga Atomica wants to leave Barca, and he wants to do so after 20 years in Blaugrana. Big stuff, right? Yes, pretty big and almost impossible to visualize. Can you imagine Lionel with a different jersey? But the real question is, can Messi see himself wearing different colors?

The Reasons Behind The Antonio Conte Turnaround At Inter

August 26, 2020 Michel Sakr Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021

After a crunch meeting with Inter president Steven Zhang, the expected departure of Antonio Conte from the club was suddenly canceled (or at least delayed), as the former Juventus and Chelsea boss will remain at the helm of Inter's technical staff for the 2020-2021 season. So what are the reasons behind this unexpected turnaround?

“Enthusiasm and Sacrifice”: Here’s Andrea Pirlo Brand-New Juventus

August 25, 2020 Matteo Carnevale Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A

Andrea Pirlo’s journey as Juventus coach officially started today as he met the media for the first time in his introduction press conference. Pirlo dropped some hints about his football credo, stressing many times the importance of sacrifice and enthusiasm in his vision. The coach also discussed the future of Gonzalo Higuain, confirming that the Argentine will leave Juve.

Allegri Tipped To Replace Conte – How Would He Make Inter Play?

August 25, 2020 Michel Sakr Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Stickers Swapping, Transfer Market

One of the hottest topics of the summer in Italy is Antonio Conte's probable departure from Inter after just one season from joining the black-and-blue side of Milan. Former Milan and Juventus manager Massimiliano Allegri has been tipped as the bookies favorite to replace him once again. So what should the Serie A fans around the globe expect from "Allegri's Inter"?

Five Players Who Are On Inter’s Transfer Market Radar

August 24, 2020 Luke Phelps Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Stickers Swapping, Transfer Market

Inter had a fine finish to the Serie A season as Antonio Conte's squad managed to take the title race right down to the wire. Regardless of what would be Conte's future, Inter are already scouring the market, and they'll no doubt be recruiting from the Premier League again - so here are five overseas players that are rumored to be on their radar.

Tactical Analysis: How Bayern Munich Nullified Mbappé and Co.

August 24, 2020 Taimoor Khan Assi di Coppe, European Cups, Serie A, Tactical Analysis

The Champions League Final was billed as the moment where Paris Saint-Germain would truly announce themselves on the European circuit, but they came up short once again. This tactical analysis will seek to find out where and when the game was won and how Bayern Munich absolutely nullified the threat of Neymar and Kylian Mbappé with the utmost professionalism.

Kingsley Coman Lone Goal Delivers Champions League To Bayern

August 23, 2020 Matteo Carnevale Assi di Coppe, Champions League, European Cups

Bayern Munich won the Champions League 2019-2020 as they overcame Paris Saint Germain with a Kingsley Coman lone goal on Sunday night. In the end, it was the strongest team to prevail - Bayern's steadiness and solidity ultimately taming PSG's champagne football and individual skills. The Germans won every single game of their European season.

Tactical Analysis: Lethargic Display Cost Inter Europa League Final

August 23, 2020 Taimoor Khan Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Tactical Analysis

After clobbering Shakhtar Donetsk in the Semi-Finals thanks to hard pressing, it was clear that Antonio Conte had set Inter up to do the same against Sevilla in the Europa League Final. The game, however, saw Inter simply falling to bad habits, unable to really make any notable use of the ball, and allowing the Andalusians to play the game to their rhythm.

Mid-Table Cagliari Can Punch Above Their Weight Next Season

August 23, 2020 Awais Khan Cagliari, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Stickers Swapping, Transfer Market

Cagliari seemed off to be the Serie A suprise package of the season but eventually saw their form fizzle out and ended a disappointing 14th in the table. But, with the right weapons at his disposal - starting with the confirmation of Radja Nainggolan - new coach Eusebio Di Francesco could really make the team punch above their weight this coming season.

Transfer Market: Three Positions Lazio Must Address This Summer

August 23, 2020 Michel Sakr Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Stickers Swapping, Transfer Market

For quite some time last season, Lazio appeared a serious contender for the Scudetto, before ultimately drifting away from the race due to lack of squad depth. Thus, President Lotito will need to work hard in this transfer market session to improve the quality of a side which will also play the Champions League this coming season.

Five Overseas Players That Milan Are Monitoring Closely

August 22, 2020 Luke Phelps AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Stickers Swapping, Transfer Market

Milan fans will be heading into the 2020-21 season in high hopes. With European football to look forward to as well, their confirmed coach Stefano Pioli will no doubt need a few new players from this month's market session already. Here are five overseas names that the Rossoneri have reportedly been looking at to strengthen their squad.

Meet Spezia, The Serie A Debutant Who Already Won The Italian Title

August 22, 2020 Matteo Carnevale Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Serie B, Serie B 2019-2020, Spezia

The participant roster for the Serie A 2020-21 is now complete as Spezia grabbed the last promotion spot overcoming Frosinone at the end of a tense double-leg playoff Final. This will be the first time that Spezia’s Aquile are featured in the Serie A, despite having a more than centennial history and even boasting an Italian title of some sort. How is that even possible?