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On This Day: February 13, 1960 – Referee Pierluigi Collina Was Born

February 13, 2024 Matteo Carnevale Bari, Foggia, Italian Football, Italy, On This Day, Serie A

On February 13, 1960, one of the best (and surely the most iconic...) Italian referees was born. Pierluigi Collina's bald appearance and spirited eyes are unmistakable and a dear memory to all those who used to follow the beautiful game between the 1990s and the 2000s.

Stadio San Nicola has been mentioned as a potential destination as well, and according to Petruzzelli, Bari is in a good position to host the tournament.

Bari Could Beat Bologna and Firenze to Host UEFA Euro 2032

November 2, 2023 Akhil Fisher Bari, Euro 2032, Italian Football, Serie A

Five stadiums in Italy will play host to the jointly-hosted UEFA Euro 2032 tournament, and several cities are in the lead to gain their respective hosting status. Bari’s Stadio San Nicola has been mentioned as a potential destination as well, and the city is in a good position to host the showdown tournament.

Sassuolo and Salernitana have enquired Bari for information about Cheddira. Yet, Bari’s demands do not look likely to incite a move from either side.

Cheddira the Subject of Interest from Sassuolo and Salernitana

August 7, 2023 Akhil Fisher Bari, Bundesliga, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Premier League, Salernitana, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie B, Transfer Market

Sassuolo and Salernitana have also enquired Bari for information about Cheddira. Yet, Bari’s demands do not look likely to incite a move from either side. Cheddira is contracted with Bari until the summer of 2025, and the Puglia-based outfit are expected to demand atleast €10M for the versatile forward.

Cagliari and Bari shared the spoils at the Unipol Domus Arena in the first leg of a playoff to determine the final participant to the Serie A 2023/24

Cagliari vs Bari 1-1: Spoils Shared in Promotion Playoff First Leg

June 8, 2023 The Cult of Calcio Bari, Cagliari, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie B

Cagliari and Bari shared the spoils at the Unipol Domus Arena in the first leg of a playoff to determine the final participant to the Serie A 2023/24. Italian-Peruvian striker Gianluca Lapadula opened the scoring for Claudio Ranieri's Sardinians early in the game, but a late spot kick from Mirco Antenucci set the score at 1-1 on 95 minutes.

Serie A Transfer Market Stories: David Platt, an Englishman in Bari

April 26, 2023 Alex Waite Bari, Serie A, Serie B, Transfer Market Stories

When David Platt and Bari joined forces in 1991, the relationship appeared unusual on paper. But the transfer was born from many influential moments that aligned ahead of the 1991/92 Serie A campaign that ensured Bari could secure the services of one of England’s most promising talents.

The Italian Football Federation, FIGC has officially submitted the dossier for Italy to host the 2032 edition of the renowned continental tournament.

Italy Submit Official Dossier to Host UEFA Euro 2032

April 13, 2023 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Italy, Serie A

Italy is now a strong contender to host UEFA Euro 2032. The Italian Football Federation, FIGC, has officially submitted the dossier for its candidacy for the 2032 edition of the renowned continental tournament. Eleven footballing cities across the Peninsula have been taken into consideration for the event.

Napoli patron Aurelio De Laurentiis, who also serves as the honorary president of Bari, is understood to be a key factor for the advances towards Cheddira.

Cheddira Agent Reveals Future Stance Amid Napoli Links

February 14, 2023 Akhil Fisher Bari, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie B, Transfer Market

Napoli patron Aurelio De Laurentiis, who also serves as the honorary president of Bari, is understood to be a key factor for the Partenopei’s advances towards Cheddira.

Bari Director Polito Hands Cheddira Transfer Boost for Napoli

February 9, 2023 Akhil Fisher Bari, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Napoli have kept close tabs on Cheddira since his emergence at the FIFA World Cup 2022, but other top-flight teams such as Torino and Sampdoria have also expressed interest in signing him.

De Laurentiis Key to Executing Napoli Deal for Bari Duo

February 1, 2023 Akhil Fisher Bari, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Napoli owner Aurelio De Laurentiis, who also serves as the honorary president of Serie B club Bari, plans to add two reputed players to the roster of the league leaders from the minnows.

Napoli are keeping tabs on Rasmus Hojlund for the future since Victor Osimhen doesn’t have a long-term contract and is on the radar of very wealthy clubs.

Napoli Keenly Monitoring Atalanta Rising Star Hojlund

January 31, 2023 Enrico Passarella Atalanta, Bari, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Napoli are keeping tabs on Rasmus Hojlund for the future since Victor Osimhen doesn’t have a long-term contract and is on the radar of very wealthy clubs. The Nigerian marksman is tied to them until 2025. Their price tag would is well over €100M, but some team might meet it.

Despite his repeated dismissals, Cristiano Giuntoli remains one of the top options for Juventus to bolster their front office.

Napoli Official Giuntoli Dishes on Ounahi and Osimhen

January 18, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bari, Calciomercato, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Leeds United, Leicester, Napoli, Serie A, Transfer Market

Napoli sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli took stock of his team’s moves before the surprising loss on PKs versus Cremonese in Coppa Italia Tuesday: "We have never been particularly optimistic about signing Azzedine Ounahi. He’s a good footballer, but we are more focused on our squad and doing well day-to-day."

Napoli Further Talks to Sign Bari Breakout Goalkeeper

January 4, 2023 Enrico Passarella Bari, Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Napoli will focus more on the future squad than on tweaking the current one in January, and they have laid eyes on standout goalie Elia Caprile. He’s owned by their parent club Bari. While that facilitates the move, they have to overcome different hurdles. Benfica are also after him.

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