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Inter and Fiorentina are set to square off in a handsomely-looking Serie A showdown at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on Saturday afternoon

Inter vs Fiorentina Preview and Lineups – Serie A Round 30

March 19, 2022 Marko Vrakela Fiorentina, Inter, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Inter and Fiorentina are set to square off in a handsomely-looking Serie A showdown at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on Saturday afternoon. Stakes are high for both sides, as they are both shy of their seasonal goals going into the final nine rounds of fixtures.

Saturday's Serie A action gets underway at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, where second-placed Napoli entertain 14th-placed Udinese

Napoli vs Udinese Preview and Lineups – Serie A Round 30

March 19, 2022 Marko Vrakela Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Udinese

Saturday's Serie A action gets underway at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, where second-placed Napoli entertain 14th-placed Udinese. The Partenopei boast genuine hopes of lifting their first Scudetto since the 1989/90 campaign, but any slip-up here could cost them dearly.

The Emilian derby was the scene of great distraught for Sassuolo, who fell to Serie B rivals Modena. However, Berardi negatively emerged in the spotlight.

Sassuolo vs Spezia 4-1: Berardi Nets Brace as Neroverdi Smash Aquilotti

March 18, 2022 Lorenzo Pietro Baldassarre Italian Football, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Spezia

Sassuolo defeated Spezia 4-1 in the first match of Serie A Round 30 this Friday as Domenico Berardi scored twice, making 100 goals out of 300 appearances for the Neroverdi. In the first half, Daniele Verde replied to a penalty from Berardi, but in the second period Sassuolo overwhelmed Spezia and took the three points.

Inzaghi: “We Feel That We’ve Collected Less than We Deserved”

March 18, 2022 Julian Faustini Fiorentina, Inter, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Ahead of Inter's crucial fixture against Fiorentina Saturday evening at the Stadio San Siro, Inzaghi spoke to InterTv about the difficult period that the Nerazzurri find themselves in.

Headlines are often depicting Jose Mourinho as a 'past it' manager, but can he shove those words back down journalists throats with Roma?

Mourinho Fires Shots at Sarri and Lazio Ahead of Rome Derby

March 18, 2022 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Lazio, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

The ex-Chelsea manager took a dig at Maurizio Sarri and the Biancocelesti team by claiming they were busy smoking cigarettes when his Giallorossi outfit were struggling to get a result out of their UEFA Europa Conference League Round of 16 2nd leg tie at Stadio Olimpico.

Ex-Milan CEO Galliani Draws Pioli Comparison with Sacchi and Capello

March 18, 2022 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

When quizzed about the different Milan teams he has witnessed throughout his stay in the beautiful game, Galliani was quick to point out the uniqueness of Stefano Pioli’s new-look Rossoneri.

Roberto Mancini has announced a 33-man team for the upcoming World Cup playoffs. As expected, the Azzurri coach picked Joao Pedro over Mario Balotelli.

Mancini Names Extra-Large Italy Squad for World Cup Playoffs

March 18, 2022 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, The Azzurri, World Cup, World Cup 2022 Qualifiers

Roberto Mancini has announced a 33-man team for the upcoming World Cup playoffs. As expected, the Azzurri coach picked Joao Pedro over Mario Balotelli to fill out the attack. He called up a deep roster to better deal with illnesses, fatigue, and bruises. A few players are returning after some time.

Atalanta will deal with another top-tier German in Europa League, while Roma will face their demons in the quarter-finals of the European Conference League.

Europa League and ECL Draws Not Kind to Atalanta and Roma

March 18, 2022 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Atalanta will combat another top-tier German in Europa League, while Roma will face their demons in the quarter-finals of the European Conference League. La Dea has been paired with RB Leipzig, while the Giallorossi will face Bodo/Glimt again following the infamous romp in the group stage.

André Onana will join Inter to be the starter since he signed a considerable contract. However, the goalkeeper has struggled since returning.

Inter Concerned with Onana Errors, Seek Possible Remedy

March 18, 2022 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

André Onana will join Inter to be the starter since he signed a considerable contract. However, the goalkeeper has struggled since returning from his suspension. He had a few blunders in the African Cup of Nations and Ajax. The Nerazzurri want to have a reliable backup to be safe.

Bayer Leverkusen Eye Roma Outcast to Succeed EPL Bound Diaby

March 18, 2022 Akhil Fisher Bundesliga, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

The ex-Barca player is not short of suitors in the transfer market, with a few Spanish clubs also hot on his trail, including Valencia, who are being linked with a swap move for their winger Goncalo Guedes.

Sassuolo announced to have renewed the contract of Davide Frattesi. The midfield is now tied to the club until 2026 received a sizeable pay bump.

Sassuolo Prolong Frattesi Contract, Line Up More Extensions

March 18, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Roma, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Transfer Market

Sassuolo announced to have renewed the contract of Davide Frattesi. The midfield is now tied to the club until 2026 and received a sizeable pay bump. The Neroverdi are plotting to do the same thing with Gianluca Scamacca and Giacomo Raspadori in short order.

Although Roma were very active within the transfer market, Mourinho is plotting an attempt to bring Gonçalo Guedes to the Stadio Olimpico next season.

Roma Prioritize Valencia Winger to Strengthen Portuguese Connection

March 18, 2022 Akhil Fisher La Liga, Roma, Serie A, Transfer Market, Valencia

A lot of the incoming transfers in the summer will rely on Roma clearing their ranks with outbound players, including midfielder Carles Perez, who is reportedly being touted to be involved in a swap deal for bringing in Guedes.