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Juventus vs Zenit Player Ratings: The Dybala and Chiesa Show

November 2, 2021 Michel Sakr Champions League, Italian Football, Juventus, Player Ratings, Serie A

Dybala was the main star of the show, scoring two goals and setting up Morata with an assist, and Chiesa added his name to the score-sheet with a brilliant solo effort. On the other hand, Bonucci gifted the Russians an own goal and Azmoun grabbed a late consolation to end it 4-2. So here are our player ratings for the European encounter between Juventus and Zenit.

Juventus vs Zenit 4-2: Dybala Masterclass Inspires Bianconeri

November 2, 2021 Neelabhra Roy Champions League, European Cups, International Football, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A

Juventus returned to winning ways as they beat Zenit 4-2 to qualify for the knockout stages of the Champions League.

Inzaghi: “Inter Must Prove to Be Strong in Europe Too”

November 2, 2021 Enrico Passarella Champions League, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A

Inter will look to overtake Sheriff Tiraspol tomorrow. Simone Inzaghi sat down with the press: "We know we have to take home points in both of these fixtures. We faced them with great respect in the first game. They did not defeat Real Madrid and Shakhtar Donetsk out of luck."

Ibrahimovic Looking to Stay at Milan Past the Current Season

November 2, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Zlatan Ibrahimovic paved the way for Milan in the Roma clash with a smart free-kick in the first half. The Swedish striker has put the early physical issues behind him. Despite recently turning 40, the Swedish striker wishes to spend another year with the Rossoneri.

Sheriff Tiraspol vs Inter Preview and Lineups – UCL Round 4

November 2, 2021 Akhil Fisher Champions League, Inter, Inter Milan, Serie A

Inter handed Sheriff Tiraspol their first defeat of the European season on matchday 3 and brought the high-flying Moldovans back to ground zero, although they still sit on top of Group D.

Pioli Addresses Porto Game: “This Is the Final Crossroads for Us”

November 2, 2021 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Champions League, Italian Football, Serie A

Stefano Pioli previewed the clash with Porto: “Unfortunately, we have not been able to give our fans the satisfaction they deserve in Champions League. We must not think about other matches. This game will be the final crossroads. We have the quality to turn things around."

Antonio Conte Returns to the Premier League as Tottenham Coach

November 2, 2021 Enrico Passarella International Football, Italian Football, Premier League, Serie A, Tottenham

Tottenham have officially appointed Antonio Conte as their new coach. Things moved quickly between the Spurs and the Italian gaffer after the sacking of Nuno Espirito Santo on Monday morning. The parties agreed to a short-term contract until June 2023, with a one-year option.

Milan vs Porto Preview and Lineups – UCL Round 4

November 2, 2021 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Champions League, Porto, Serie A

Anything less than a win for the Rossoneri will mean utter humiliation after literally handing over the game to Atletico Madrid at San Siro last time around.

Juventus Gaining Confidence in Chase of Manchester United Star

November 2, 2021 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Manchester United, PSG, Real Madrid, Serie A, Transfer Market

The return of Paul Pogba to Juventus is starting to become a real possibility, despite the fierce competition and the mammoth figures involved. The contract of the midfielder expires in June 2022. The player is rumored to prefer a return to Turin to other destinations.

Sampdoria have struggled mightily through their first 11 matches as manager Roberto D'Aversa's tactics are failing, and the club desperately needs change

Sampdoria and Roberto D’Aversa Must Win Now, or Else

November 2, 2021 Will Presnell Sampdoria, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Tactical Trends

Sampdoria have had a disappointing start to the Serie A season, earning nine points in eleven matches, sitting just outside of the relegation zone. Coach Roberto D’Aversa's start to the season has been underwhelming, most recently falling 0-3 to a Torino club with a comparable level of talent.

Another dramatic and tense weekend in Serie A is over and has given us some fascinating results. The stage was stolen by Dusan Vlahovic's hat-trick

Best XI of Serie A Round 11: Dusan Vlahovic Delivers Hat-Trick

November 2, 2021 Paulius Kundzelevicius AC Milan, Fiorentina, Hellas Verona, Inter, Inter Milan, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Another dramatic and tense weekend in Serie A is over and has given us some fascinating results. Napoli and Milan continued their remarkable starts to the season, as they both defeated their respective opponents over the weekend to remain unbeaten. However, the stage was stolen by Dusan Vlahovic's hat-trick for Fiorentina.