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PSG vs Juventus Player Ratings: Mbappe Strikes Twice

September 7, 2022 Michel Sakr Champions League, European Cups, International Football, Italian Football, Juventus, Player Ratings, PSG, Serie A

The Bianconeri improved after the break and managed to grab one back thanks to Weston McKennie's header, but the hosts were able to cling on to the lead. So here are our player ratings for the exciting encounter between PSG and Juventus which ended 2-1 in favor of the Ligue 1 champions.

Stadio Diego Armando Maradona forms the backdrop for a mouth-watering Champions League Group A curtain-raising showdown between Napoli and Liverpool

Napoli vs Liverpool Preview and Lineups – Champions League Round 1

September 6, 2022 Marko Vrakela Champions League, International Football, Liverpool, Napoli, Serie A

Stadio Diego Armando Maradona forms the backdrop for a mouth-watering Champions League Group A curtain-raising showdown between Napoli and Liverpool. Familiar foes will share the stage for the third time in five seasons, having last met in the 2019/20 group phase.

Following the recent rumors, Bologna have indeed fired Sinisa Mihajlovic following their poor start. The Rossoblù have collected three points.

Bologna Officially Dismiss Mihajlovic After Slow Start

September 6, 2022 Enrico Passarella Bologna, Italian Football, Serie A

Following the recent rumors, Bologna have indeed fired Sinisa Mihajlovic following their poor start. The Rossoblù have collected three points in the first five matches, losing against Lazio and Milan and drawing with Verona, Salernitana, and Spezia. The Serbian coach leaves the club after three and a half years.

Inter will look to make amends after the loss in the Derby when they take on Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League opener.

Inzaghi Previews Inter Champions League Opener Versus Bayern

September 6, 2022 Akhil Fisher Bayern Munich, Champions League, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Having suffered a narrow 3-2 defeat at the hands of eternal rivals Milan in the Derby della Madonnina, Inter will look to make amends when they take on Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League opener. The Nerazzurri are plotted alongside the German powerhouse, Spanish giants Barcelona and Czech Republic champions Viktoria Plzen.

Amid the Udinese debacle and injury concerns, Roma and José Mourinho are in a bind as it pertains to the defense.

Mourinho Not Considering Scheme Change to Help Defense

September 6, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Amid the Udinese debacle and injury concerns, Roma and José Mourinho are in a bind as it pertains to the defense. The Special One is clamoring to bring in a free agent, but the management isn’t on the same page. But there’s still a chance in case the remaining outcasts leave.

Inter loanee Martin Satriano scored his first goal for Empoli against Salernitana - in what also turned out to be his first goal ever in Serie A.

Uruguay Talent Eyes Inter Return After First Serie A Goal

September 6, 2022 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Empoli, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Salernitana, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Loaned from Inter, Martin Satriano scored his first goal for Empoli against Salernitana - in what incidentally also turned out to be his first goal ever in Serie A. The promising Uruguayan forward latched onto a cross from Liam Henderson and dived in to nod the opener. The match ended in a 2-2 draw.

Inter Squad Analysis: Are the Nerazzurri Stronger or Weaker This Season?

September 6, 2022 Michel Sakr Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Tactical Trends, Transfer Market

Perhaps the early signs on the pitch haven't been too positive for the Nerazzurri, but let's remember that they were the favorites on many observers' books prior to the season's kickoff. So this contradictory situation poses the following question: Is the Inter squad stronger or weaker compared to last season?

Juventus have already tested the waters with Giuntoli, but the Napoli executive has hardly budged, despite Bianconeri chief John Elkann’s personal efforts.

Napoli Exec Explains Navas and Cristiano Ronaldo Talks

September 6, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Manchester United, Napoli, PSG, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Napoli director Cristiano Giuntoli spilled the beans on their busy transfer window in a wide-ranging interview, confirming their attempt to sign Keylor Navas and dismissing the buzz about Cristiano Ronaldo and talked up Alex Meret, who's off to a good start and could agree to an extension soon.

Balotelli left Turkish club Adana Demirspor in the summer to join Swiss side Sion on a two-year deal – the eleventh club in his professional career.

Balotelli Dreams of Potential Milan or Inter Homecoming

September 6, 2022 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Mario Balotelli left Turkish club Adana Demirspor in the summer window to join Swiss side Sion on a two-year contract – his ninth club across five different countries over the past decade. He has moved across the continent without break, playing for Inter, Manchester City, Milan, Liverpool, Nice, Marseille, Brescia, and Monza.

Nikola Milenkovic subbed off early against Juventus and will have to sit out multiple matches because of a relatively minor thigh injury.

Fiorentina Defensive Pillar to Miss Time with Injury

September 6, 2022 Enrico Passarella Fiorentina, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Nikola Milenkovic subbed off early against Juventus and will have to sit out multiple matches because of a thigh injury. He has been diagnosed with a low-grade adductor muscle strain, Fiorentina announced Monday. The Serb is a long shot to recover before the first international break.

Milan manager Stefano Pioli is eager to take on RB Salzburg in Austria in the Champions League group day opener, having dispatched Inter in the derby.

Pioli Hopes to Turn the Page Quickly After Milan Derby Win

September 6, 2022 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Champions League, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Milan manager Stefano Pioli is eager to take on Red Bull Salzburg in Austria in the UEFA Champions League group day opener, having recently dispatched eternal rivals Inter in a tense derby encounter. The Rossoneri cruised to a narrow 3-2 win over the Nerazzurri in the season’s first Derby della Madonnina.

No team is close to prying away Victor Osimhen at the moment, but PSG could emerge as a major menace to acquire last season’s capocannoniere.

Napoli Might Be Without Two Stars in Liverpool Clash

September 6, 2022 Enrico Passarella Champions League, Italian Football, Liverpool, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Napoli might not have two of their cornerstones in Wednesday’s meeting with Liverpool, as Victor Osimhen and Hirving Lozano were limited in practice to open the week. The Nigerian striker is dealing with muscle fatigue; instead the winger suffered a head trauma in the Lazio game.