Andrea Pirlo Archives - The Cult of Calcio

Pirlo Under Threat at Sampdoria Ahead of Palermo Challenge

November 3, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Coppa Italia, Italian Football, Sampdoria, Serie A, Serie B, Transfer Market

Backed by Andrea Radrizziani, the Blucerchiati secured the signature of Andrea Pirlo to head the dugout, but things have not gone as planned in Genoa. A new sporting director could be appointed as well, in view of the disastrous summer transfer market, where several key figures such as Wladimiro Falcone, Francesco Caputo and Manolo Gabbiadini left the club.

Former Azzurri teammates Inzaghi and Pirlo came face-to-face in the Coppa Italia on Monday night, as the former beat the latter by an overwhelming scoreline

Pirlo: “I Had Talks with Salernitana But Nothing Materialized”

November 1, 2023 Akhil Fisher Coppa Italia, Italian Football, Salernitana, Sampdoria, Serie A

Former Azzurri teammates Filippo Inzaghi and Andrea Pirlo came face-to-face in the Coppa Italia on Monday night, as the former beat the latter by an overwhelming scoreline. The 4-0 victory for the Granata dumped the Blucerchiati out of the second round, and Pirlo took responsibility for the defeat in Salerno.

Italy manager Roberto Mancini has praised Mario Retegui for taking the bold step to move to Serie A, just months after earning his Azzurri call-up.

Mancini Pleased with Retegui’s Choice to Develop in Genoa

July 25, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Genoa, Italian Football, Italy, Sampdoria, Serie A, Transfer Market

Italy manager Roberto Mancini has praised Mario Retegui for taking the bold step to move to Serie A, just months after earning his Azzurri call-up.

Andrea Pirlo Lures Two Former Players to Sampdoria

July 10, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Sampdoria, Serie A, Transfer Market

Andrea Pirlo’s new-look Sampdoria is gradually starting to take shape, as they welcome two players with strong ties to the 2006 World Cup winner. The Blucerchiati seek to start a new chapter following a shambolic relegation from Serie A last season, and Pirlo is strongly invested into bettering his new squad.

Sampdoria Appoint Pirlo Ahead of Crucial Serie B Season

June 28, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Sampdoria, Serie A, Serie B, Transfer Market

Backed by the new management, the former Juventus coach has been trusted by Andrea Radrizzani to secure an immediate return to Serie A following a tumultuous season for the club under ex-patron Massimo Ferrero.

Paolo Maldini wasn’t axed only because his ideas and strategy didn’t coincide with those of the ownership but also because he clashed with Stefano Pioli.

Maldini Also Paid the Price Due to Frictions with Pioli

June 9, 2023 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Paolo Maldini wasn’t axed only because his ideas and strategy didn’t coincide with those of the ownership but because he clashed with Stefano Pioli too. The higher-ups decided to side with the coach. He will have more power after the shake-up. The Rossoneri managed to keep the disagreements under wraps.

Grifo on Freiburg, Juve Clash, Role Models and Inter Fandom

March 3, 2023 Akhil Fisher Bundesliga, Europa League, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A

Freiburg forward Vincenzo Grifo will face his fellow Italian teammates at Juventus, as his side prepare to take on the Bianconeri in the Europa League Round of 16 tie.

Pirlo Appears on Belgium Radar to Succeed Roberto Martinez

January 10, 2023 Akhil Fisher Belgium, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A

Pirlo has mutual interest in taking over reigns, having recently submitted his CV to the RBFA for the vacant role. Belgium assistant coach Thierry Henry has also been tipped to take over the role.

Italy and Milan Icon Pirlo: “I Was Very Close to Real Madrid”

December 20, 2022 Akhil Fisher Uncategorized

Italy icon Andrea Pirlo, who spent the formative years of his glittering career in the Rossoneri colors, has revealed how close he was to leaving Milan for record European champions Real Madrid.

The enigmatic Buffon retraced pieces of his career to give an insight on a few hot topics, including the best Italian and foreign players he’s played with.

Buffon Reveals Five Best Italian and Foreign Teammates

July 15, 2022 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Juventus, Parma, Serie A

The enigmatic 44-year-old Gianluigi Buffon retraced pieces of his career to give an insight on a few hot topics, including the best Italian and foreign players he’s played with: "I can not pick one due to my relations with them."

Gabriele Gravina, the president of the FA, wants Roberto Mancini to keep guiding Italy. However, he is preparing some alternatives if he stepped down.

World Cup Champion Frontrunner if Mancini Abandons Italy Job

March 25, 2022 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, The Azzurri, World Cup 2022, World Cup 2022 Qualifiers

Gabriele Gravina, the president of the FA, wants Roberto Mancini to keep guiding Italy. However, he is preparing some alternatives if the coach steps down. The manager will take a few days to mull over his decision. The Azzurri will face Turkey in a friendly in Konya Tuesday.

Juventus are open to selling Weston McKennie in January, but only for a sizeable fee that would help their finances and bankroll an addition.

Weston McKennie Dishes on Pirlo, Juventus and Personal Goals

February 9, 2022 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022

Weston McKennie opened up about his upbringing and his aspirations at Juventus in an interview: "Moving to Italy taught me a lot tactically, as it really is a chess game here. My next objective is to score ten goals in a season, and I think I can manage. It was a dream come true to join a great club."

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