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Following Milan's disappointing result, Pioli spoke to DAZN and let out his frustration regarding the officiating of the fixture.

Milan Boss Stefano Pioli “Satisfied” with Team Performance at Atalanta

August 22, 2022 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Atalanta, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Milan boss Stefano Pioli insists his side's performance in an evenly-contested 1-1 draw at Atalanta was satisfying despite a handful of chances. The defending Serie A champions fought back to haul back a 1-0 deficit and walk away from the Gewiss Stadium undefeated, but their showing flattered to deceive.

The Partenopei followed up from their 5-2 trashing of Verona last week with a 4-0 dismantling of Monza that propelled them to the top of the table

Serie A Sunday Action Recap: Who Needs Insigne?

August 22, 2022 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

While Luciano Spalletti's side gave newly-promoted Monza a genuine taste of top-flight football, the three other matches barely caught the eye of neutrals.

Atalanta vs Milan Player Ratings: World-Class Display from Bennacer

August 21, 2022 Will Presnell AC Milan, Atalanta, Player Ratings, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

The highly anticipated match between Atalanta and Milan ended as a scrappy 1-1 draw. While Milan dominated possession for much of the match, Atalanta's well-organized backline restricted space in their defensive third. Both sides' attacking players did not have great performances, with Ismael Bennacer and Marten de Roon impressing the most.

Roma Ponder Move for Galatasaray Target Maksimovic

August 21, 2022 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Galatasaray, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Serbian defender Nikola Maksimovic is being linked with a move to Roma after the center-back terminated his four-year contract at Genoa, as per transfer market expert Alfredo Pedulla.

Milan ace Tonali returned to the field for the first time against Atalanta, since recovering from a injury against Vicenza earlier in the month.

Atalanta vs Milan 1-1: Bennacer Answers to Malinovskyi Strike

August 21, 2022 Matteo Carnevale AC Milan, Atalanta, Italian Football, Serie A

Atalanta held the Serie A defending champions Milan to a 1-1 tie on Sunday night thanks to a Ruslan Malinovskyi strike in the first half. The Bergamaschi caressed the dream of making a full score and turning back again into the Rossoneri's boogeyman but were stunned by a clinical Ismael Bennacer curl that leveled things up.

Napoli vs Monza 4-0: Kvaratskhelia Cements Himself as New Hero

August 21, 2022 Matteo Carnevale Italian Football, Monza, Napoli, Serie A

Two wins, nine goals scored and only two conceded: Napoli's numbers after two Serie A games are impressive. The Partenopei followed up from their 5-2 trashing of Verona last week with a 4-0 dismantling of Monza on Sunday that propelled them to the top of the table alongside Inter.

José Mourinho touched on the Roma plans for the transfer market from Japan, stating that they are no longer capable of replicating deals as sizeable as Tammy Abraham's one.

Mourinho Dishes on Belotti Links, Praises Pellegrini and Zaniolo

August 21, 2022 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Jose Mourinho spoke to the media ahead of Roma’s second match of the new Serie A season, taking the opportunity to throw light on a plethora of players, including free agent Andrea Belotti.

Milan officially missed out on Renato Sanches and Carney Chukwuemenka in the last couple of days and have cast a wide net to find another option in the midfield.

Milan Vying for Two Midfield Talents After Onyedika Deal Collapsed

August 21, 2022 Marko Vrakela Serie A

After Midtjylland knocked back their second bid for highly-rated youngster Raphael Onyedika, Milan have turned their attention to other targets. As reported by Gianluca Di Marzio, the reigning Italian champions have shortlisted two talented midfielders in their pursuit of Franck Kessie's replacement.

Milan Shortlist Belgium Prodigy as Onyedika Backup

August 21, 2022 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Raphael Onyedika is the club’s number one target at the moment, but another name has emerged. The Rossoneri have sights set upon midfield prodigy Aster Vranckx from Wolfsburg.

Inter will not spend much for a new defender if Milan Skriniar stays, and Francesco Acerbi has resurfaced as a solution to add depth to the rearguard.

Inter Set to Sign Defender Francesco Acerbi from Lazio

August 21, 2022 Marko Vrakela Inter, Lazio, Serie A, Transfer Market

Francesco Acerbi could reportedly leave Lazio to join Inter in time to encounter his soon-to-be former club on Friday. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, the veteran centre-back could swap allegiances in the coming days to make himself available for the upcoming clash between the two sides.

Sampdoria vs Juventus Preview and Lineups – Serie A Round 2

August 21, 2022 Marko Vrakela Juventus, Sampdoria, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

A new-look Juventus side take a trip to the Stadio Luigi Ferraris to take on out-of-sorts Sampdoria in an exciting Serie A fixture. Tomorrow's clash in Genoa will drop the curtain on matchday two, as did Juve's 3-0 thumping of Sassuolo last Monday.

Tonali, who operates in the same area as Tchouameni, could have worn the white of Real Madrid, but Milan are confident of him etching a legacy at San Siro.

Tonali Set for Huge Pay Rise, In Line to Return Against Atalanta

August 21, 2022 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

MIilan want to reward Tonali for his commitment to the club by doubling his paycheck. Negotiations are currently taking place between the Rossoneri management and the player’s entourage.