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Which Avengers Superhero Would Cristiano Ronaldo Be?

August 16, 2020 Awais Khan Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A

Cristiano Ronaldo has been a talisman for Manchester United, Real Madrid, and now Juventus. But which superhero would he be in The Avengers universe? With respect to being one of Earth’s mightiest heroes - at least when it comes to football - Ronaldo can be anyone. Still, all clues lead to one name, argues Awais Khan for The Cult of Calcio.

Giant-Killer Lyon Dump Manchester City Out Of Champions League

August 15, 2020 Matteo Carnevale Assi di Coppe, Champions League, European Cups, Manchester City

Lyon seem to have taken a liking to dump out of the Champions League those clubs for whom winning the top European trophy has become an obsession. First, Juventus, and now, Manchester City. Rudi Garcia's side outclassed the Citizens 3-1 in the last Quarter-Final, winning themselves a spot among the Top Four for the second time in their history.

There are only a few grounds as emblematic as the San Siro - a stadium of two names, four Champions League finals, and thousands of Derby of Milan

Temples of The Cult: San Siro, The “Scala del Calcio” in Milan

August 15, 2020 Thomas Salvatori AC Milan, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Temples of The Cult

Our journey across the Italian stadiums wouldn’t be complete without visiting the Giuseppe Meazza in Milan or, as the other half of the city calls it, the San Siro. A synonymous for ageless football, both classic and modern. A football stage so stylish and unique that it came to be known as "La Scala del Calcio" - a reference to Milano's elegant opera house.

Five Free Agents That Milan Could Sign This Summer

August 15, 2020 Luke Phelps AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Stickers Swapping, Transfer Market One comment

The Rossoneri are heading into the 2020-21 season under Stefano Pioli after a managerial U-turn. The stage was set for Ralf Rangnick to join Milan, but after a series of disputes between him and the club regarding his role, he will no longer come in. Pioli's side finished the season strongly, but will they be bringing in any free agents this summer? Here’s 5 that could happen.

Bayern Munich Put Eight Past Barcelona as “Lisbonazo” Is Served!

August 14, 2020 Matteo Carnevale Assi di Coppe, Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Champions League, European Cups One comment

Once upon a time, there was Barcelona - an almost-invincible team who regularly turned the Champions League into their game reserve. But tonight, Barca hit rock bottom as Bayern Munich beat them 8-2 in a single-game Champions League Quarter-Final played at the Estadio da Luz in Lisbon. A game that will go down in history as the "Lisbonazo."

Four Serie A Prospects Andrea Pirlo Could Bring To Juventus

August 14, 2020 Luke Phelps Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Stickers Swapping, Transfer Market

Andrea Pirlo has been installed as the new Juventus boss, but who might he be looking to bring in over the summer? Many expect a clearout at the club and many high-earning players will make way for some new, hopefully much younger blood. Here we take a look at four Serie A prospects that Pirlo could look to bring in over the summer.

Leipzig Topple Atletico to Continue Champions League Fairy Tale

August 13, 2020 Matteo Carnevale Assi di Coppe, Atletico Madrid, Champions League, European Cups, RB Leipzig

So, the prize for the Champions League Sensation of the Year goes to RB Leipzig, who booked a place into the Semi-Finals after toppling Atletico Madrid 2-1 with merit on Thursday night. The Champions League debuting German side thus managed to achieve that qualification that slipped out of Atalanta's hand on Wednesday - which makes the Nerazzurri's exit even more painful.

Juventus Considering To Put Paulo Dybala Up For Sale

August 13, 2020 Matteo Carnevale Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Stickers Swapping, Transfer Market

Will Paulo Dybala still be a Juventus player next season? According to Turin-based sports daily Tuttosport, the Bianconeri's entourage are not completely sure about renewing the contract of the 26-year-old La Joya and are considering to place him on the market - with clubs like Real Madrid and Manchester City keen on making a move to secure his services.

What a Pity, Atalanta! PSG Comeback Pushes Them Out of UCL

August 12, 2020 Matteo Carnevale Assi di Coppe, Atalanta, Champions League, European Cups

Atalanta's dream ended in a brutal way. For 89 minutes, La Dea lived the dream of toppling European giants Paris Saint Germain in their Champions League Quarter Final game. Gasperini's side went ahead with Mario Pasalic but ultimately saw the Parisiens come back when they run out of fuel and the class of players like Kylian Mbappé made the difference.

Tiémoué Bakayoko seems to close to rejoin Milan after one year

Milan To Welcome Back Chelsea Outcast To Bolster Midfield

August 12, 2020 Matteo Carnevale AC Milan, Calciomercato, Serie A, Stickers Swapping, Transfer Market

Milan are reportedly getting closer and closer to bring back Tiémoué Bakayoko to Serie A. The Chelsea midfielder, who played for the Rossoneri on loan two seasons ago and left some good memories in Milan, may rejoin the red-and-blacks for a reported transfer fee ranging between 15M and 20M euros. The Frenchman could be a good addition to Milan's midfield.

Ronaldo Should Really Consider Leaving Juventus This Summer

August 11, 2020 Kolade Daniel Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Stickers Swapping, Transfer Market

You've probably heard the whisper by now. Cristiano Ronaldo is "considering" a move to PSG this summer. It's easy to disregard this piece of news and take it as media reaction to Juve bowing out of the Champions League. Whether or not there is anything concrete to those rumors, a closer look suggests it might not be out of place for CR7 to look elsewhere.

Inter vs Leverkusen 2-1: A Struggle to Reach Europa League Semis

August 10, 2020 Matteo Carnevale Assi di Coppe, Europa League, European Cups, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A

Inter fought tooth and nail to preserve a 2-1 lead they gained in the first half of their Europa League Quarter-Final against Bayer Leverkusen to book a place in the Top 4 of the competition for the first time since 1998. The Nerazzurri took the lead with a stunning one-two by Barella and Lukaku but saw the Germans quickly reducing the gap and had to suffer until the end.