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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.

“We Had Already Decided”- Paratici Explains Sarri Dismissal

August 9, 2020 Matteo Carnevale Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2019-2020

Juventus' Chief Football Officer Fabio Paratici took some time to comment on yesterday's shocking news and the process that brought the Bianconeri's management to give Maurizio Sarri the boot after just one year of contract, basically confirming that the decision of dismissing him was taken before the Champions League game with Lyon.

Bayern Breeze Past Chelsea To Book Barcelona Quarter-Final

August 8, 2020 Luke Phelps Assi di Coppe, Bayern Munich, Champions League, Chelsea, European Cups

Chelsea went into tonight's Champions League game in Germany with a 3-0 aggregate deficit. Frank Lampard on the back of last week's FA Cup disappointment was hoping for a "miracle" in Munich, but his side produced quite the opposite. Bayern were ahead on 10 minutes already and closed on a 4-1 score to book a Quarter-Final game against Barcelona.

Leo Messi Masterpiece Tear Tenacious Napoli Down

August 8, 2020 Matteo Carnevale Assi di Coppe, Barcelona, Champions League, European Cups, Napoli

Napoli faced Barcelona openly at the Camp Nou on Saturday night in the second leg of their Round of 16 Champions League bout but ended crushed by the Blaugrana. Barcelona put three past them in the first half - including an authentic Lionel Messi magic - before Lorenzo Insigne reduced the gap from the penalty spot to set the score at 1-3.

Juventus Act Fast and Bold as Andrea Pirlo Is Appointed Coach

August 8, 2020 The Cult of Calcio Staff Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2019-2020

With what was surely a fast and bold move, Juventus appointed Andrea Pirlo as their new coach until 2022. The 41-year-old former Milan and Juventus playmaker had just been chosen as the new manager of the Juventus U-23 side no longer than 10 days ago, but was now offered the head coach role despite having no previous managerial experience.

Maurizio Sarri and Juventus – A Relationship That Never Worked

August 8, 2020 Matteo Carnevale Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2019-2020 3 comments

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.

Man City Book UCL Quarter-Finals With Convincing Win Over Real

August 8, 2020 Luke Phelps Assi di Coppe, Champions League, European Cups, Manchester City, Real Madrid

Manchester City booked a place in the Champions League Quarter-Finals on Friday night with a convincing win over Real Madrid. Both teams lined up for their first European outings since February. A red hot day in the UK saw both sides slowing down ever so slightly, but the goals soon came, with Raheem Sterling and Gabriel Jesus securing City's win.

Cristiano Ronaldo in despair after Juventus crashed out of Champions League at the hand of Lyon

Ronaldo Not Enough to Save Juventus Champions League Dream

August 7, 2020 Matteo Carnevale Assi di Coppe, Champions League, European Cups, Italian Football, Juventus, Lyon, Serie A

Juventus bid farewell once again to their dream of winning the Champions League as they beat Lyon 2-1 in the second leg of their Round of 16 game but saw the French side advancing on away goals after winning 1-0 the first leg played 163 days ago at home. In the end, what made the difference was a controversial penalty awarded to Lyon early in the game.

Lazio Set To Make a Move On 34-Year-Old International Star

August 6, 2020 Matteo Carnevale Calciomercato, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Stickers Swapping, Transfer Market

According to multiple Italian media outlets, including top circulation Gazzetta dello Sport, David Silva might be considering a move to Lazio. The Biancocelesti cannot match the salary expectations of the Spanish international but could add a series of bonuses and benefits to their 4M euros offer that may make Silva consider the opportunity to play in Serie A.

Superior Sevilla Side Pushes Roma Out of Europa League

August 6, 2020 Matteo Carnevale Assi di Coppe, Europa League, European Cups, Italian Football, Roma

Roma's new president Dan Friedkin was surely hoping for a different start for his adventure in charge of the Roman Wolves. Instead, his first game as Giallorossi chairman in pectore ended in a bad loss to Sevilla on neutral turf at the MSV Arena in Duisburg. Sevilla put two past the Giallorossi with Sergio Reguilon and Youssef En-Nesiry.

Versatile Young Star Has Lot of Potential To Deliver At Milan

August 6, 2020 Kolade Daniel AC Milan, Calciomercato, Serie A, Stickers Swapping, Transfer Market

Milan have confirmed the signing of young defender Pierre Kalulu on a free transfer from French side Lyon. Although he failed to make a senior appearance for Lyon, he put in wonderful performances in the UEFA Youth League and Milan Sporting Director, Paolo Maldini, swooped in to secure the Frenchman's signature to a five-year contract.

Five Free Agents That Inter Could Sign This Summer

August 6, 2020 Luke Phelps Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Stickers Swapping, Transfer Market

Antonio Conte in his first season at Inter guided the club to a commendable 2nd-place finish, missing out on the title by just a point to Juve. As teams prepare for the 2020-21 Serie A campaign, they'll be looking into the market for some bargains. Inter may well look towards England again this summer, and here we look at five free agents whom Conte could bring to Milano.