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Inter captain Lautaro Martinez replied to a question about his future in the pre-game presser ahead of the Champions League encounter against Real Sociedad.

Lautaro Martinez Touches on Potential Inter Extension

September 20, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Inter captain Lautaro Martinez replied to a question about his future in the pre-game presser ahead of the Champions League encounter against Real Sociedad: "“You never know in football, but I can say that I’m very happy to be here, wear the armband, and defend these colors and fans."

Roma are likely to remain undermanned for the first game of the Europa League group stage against Sheriff Tiraspol as Pellegrini and Mancini are hurt.

Roma Duo Improving but Won’t Be Rushed Back from Injury

September 20, 2023 Enrico Passarella Europa League, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A Leave a comment

Roma are likely to remain undermanned for the first game of the Europa League group stage against Sheriff Tiraspol. Lorenzo Pellegrini and Chris Smalling are set to stay on the mend due to their muscular injuries, even though they practiced somewhat regularly on Tuesday.

Rudi Garcia acknowledged the subpar recent results by his team but downplayed the difficulties ahead of the Champions League clash with Real Sociedad.

Garcia Shares His Thoughts About Slow Start by Napoli

September 20, 2023 Enrico Passarella Champions League, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024 Leave a comment

Rudi Garcia acknowledged the subpar recent results by his team but downplayed the difficulties ahead of the Champions League clash with Real Sociedad: "“We’re fifth. We wanted to do better, but we’re only at the start of the season. In my opinion, we bungled just two halves so far."

Ivan Provedel was originally brought in by Lazio to back up Luis Maximiano, after a long and seesawing negotiation with Spezia, but things change quickly.

Lazio vs Atletico Madrid 1-1: Provedel Writes History In Surreal Ending

September 19, 2023 Michel Sakr Atletico Madrid, Champions League, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A Leave a comment

At the Olimpico Stadium in Rome, Lazio announced their return to the Champions League for the first time in three years by hosting Atletico Madrid. The visitors thought they won the match thanks to Pablo Barrios' first-half opener. But in a surreal twist of fate, goalkeeper Ivan Provedel produced a last-second equalizer that secured a valuable point for the Aquile.

Real Sociedad vs Inter Preview and Lineups – UCL Round 1

September 19, 2023 Ashlee Kiddell Champions League, Inter, Inter Milan, International Football, Italian Football, Serie A, Spanish Football Leave a comment

The final Champions League clash for a Serie A side this week comes in the form of Real Sociedad vs Inter on Wednesday night at Reale Arena. The Spanish outfit are playing in the Champions League for the first time since the 2013/14 season, whilst the Nerazzurri reached the final of the competition last term.

Andreazzoli will return to Empoli for a fourth time in his career, having coached them across three spells before, towards the end of the previous decade.

Empoli Make First Sacking of the Season to Hire Familiar Face

September 19, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Empoli, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Andreazzoli will return to Empoli for a fourth time in his career, having coached them across three spells before, towards the end of the previous decade. During his first spell in charge of the club, he helped them lift the Serie B title and gained promotion to the top flight in 2019.

Inter are gearing up for their Champions League debut versus Real Sociedad, hoping to replicate last season’s run to the final.

Inter in the Hunt for Another Sizeable UCL Pay Day

September 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella Champions League, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A Leave a comment

Inter are gearing up for their Champions League debut versus Real Sociedad, hoping to replicate last season’s run that saw them reach the final and lose to Manchester City. Despite the costly defeat, going far had major financial benefits and helped them out immensely in the transfer market.

The season of high expectations for Milan was off to a perfect start as they stunned Renato Dall'Ara into silence in their Serie A opener

Milan vs Newcastle United 0-0: Profligacy Comes Back to Haunt Rossoneri

September 19, 2023 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Champions League, International Football, Serie A Leave a comment

Newcastle United held Milan to a 0-0 draw at San Siro in their first Champions League outing since 2002/23. The Italians were a far better side but couldn't capitalize on their chances.

Here is our Roma vs Milan recap as the Rossoneri secured a 2-1 triumph at Stadio Olimpico on Friday evening in Matchday 3 Serie A action.

Milan Player Ratings vs Newcastle United: Rossoneri Waste Too Many Chances

September 19, 2023 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Champions League, International Football, Player Ratings, Serie A Leave a comment

Milan and Newcastle United shared the spoils in a dull 0-0 draw at San Siro in the opening 2023/24 Champions League Group F encounter. Despite outperforming their visitors, Rossoneri had to settle for a gut-wrenching point due to their lackluster finishing.

Roma held preliminary contacts with powerful agent Jorge Mendes to inquire about Porto’s fullback Joao Mario. They could make an attempt in January.

Roma Show Some Interest in Talented Porto Fullback

September 19, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Porto, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market, Union Berlin Leave a comment

Roma held preliminary contacts with powerful agent Jorge Mendes to inquire about Porto’s fullback Joao Mario. They could make an attempt in January if the price was right. He’s tied to his team until 2027, and they are an expensive boutique. He emerged two seasons ago.

Braga vs Napoli Preview and Lineups – UCL Round 1

September 19, 2023 Ashlee Kiddell Champions League, International Football, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A Leave a comment

Braga vs Napoli is next up in Champions League action as the two sides meet at Estadio Municipal de Braga on Wednesday night in Group C. It should be an interesting group since Real Madrid and Union Berlin round it off.

Maurizio Sarri is wary of the threat Atletico Madrid are capable of producing, as the two sides prepare to meet in their maiden UCL head-to-head clash.

Sarri Examines Lazio UCL Return Ahead of Atletico Clash

September 19, 2023 Akhil Fisher Atletico Madrid, Calciomercato, Champions League, Italian Football, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market Leave a comment

Maurizio Sarri is wary of the threat Atletico Madrid are capable of producing, as the two sides prepare to meet in their maiden UCL head-to-head clash. "We have to get a result against Atletico. I don't know if this is the best time to face them."