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Five Takeaways from European Action: Juve’s Demise, Leao’s Class

September 16, 2022 Michel Sakr AC Milan, Champions League, Conference League, Europa League, Fiorentina, International Football, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Napoli, Roma, Serie A

Three Italian clubs emerged victorious in the Champions League, while the fourth suffered a devastating defeat. The capital sides once again had contrasting results in the Europa League, but with the roles reversing this time around. So here are five takeaways from the action of the second matchday of European competitions.

Former Milan mainstay Zvonimir Boban, who currently works as UEFA’s Chief of Football, has offered Mourinho a piece of tactical advice for his Roma team.

Boban Offers Tactical Advice to Roma Coach Mourinho

August 25, 2022 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Former Milan mainstay Zvonimir Boban, who currently works as UEFA’s Chief of Football, has praised Roma for their transfer exploits this season. The Giallorossi have welcomed Paulo Dybala in their roster and are now close to getting Andrea Belotti too. He praised the Giallorossi for their continental success.

Fiorentina started their Conference League campaign on the right foot as they beat Twente 2-1 in the playoff first leg at the Artemio Franchi Stadium

Fiorentina vs Twente 2-1: Viola Off to Good Conference League Start

August 18, 2022 The Cult of Calcio Conference League, European Cups, Fiorentina, International Football, Italian Football, Serie A

Fiorentina started their Conference League campaign on the right foot as they beat Twente 2-1 in the playoff first leg at the Artemio Franchi Stadium on Thursday. Still, thing could have gone better for Vincenzo Italiano's side, who took a double lead in the first half but saw the Dutch side pulling one back after the restart.

Mourinho celebrates his iconic achievement by inking a tattoo – the Champions League trophy sandwiched between Europa League and Conference League cups.

Mourinho Marks Record European Trophy Haul with Tattoo

July 19, 2022 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Roma, Serie A

José Mourinho has commemorated his iconic and unique achievement by inking a tattoo artwork – the Champions League trophy sandwiched between the Europa League (formerly UEFA Cup) and Conference League cups.

Mourinho spent his first Roma season getting his team together and might just be the surprise next season, says iconic ex-Milan tactician Arrigo Sacchi.

Milan Icon Backs Mourinho and Roma to Surprise Next Season

July 14, 2022 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2021-2022, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Jose Mourinho spent his first season in the Giallorossi colors getting his team together and might just be the surprise in Serie A next season, according to ex-Milan tactician Arrigo Sacchi, who is optimistic about them ahead of the upcoming campaign.

Roma won the inaugural edition of the Conference League as they beat Feyenoord with a lone goal from Nicolò Zaniolo at the Kombetare Arena in Tirana

Roma vs Feyenoord 1-0: Mourinho Conquers Conference League

May 25, 2022 Matteo Carnevale Conference League, European Cups, International Football, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A

And so, in the end, the Special One did it again. Roma won the inaugural edition of the Conference League as they beat Feyenoord with a lone goal from Nicolò Zaniolo at the Kombetare Arena in Tirana. They did it with José Mourinho at the helm - who thus became the first coach to win all three European competitions currently active.

José Mourinho's Roma defeated Brendan Rogers and Leicester City on Thursday night with a lone goal from Tammy Abraham

Roma vs Leicester 1-0: Mourinho Clinch Conference League Final

May 5, 2022 The Cult of Calcio Conference League, International Football, Leicester, Roma

It took José Mourinho to bring Roma back to a European cup Final. The Giallorossi defeated Brendan Rogers' Leicester City on Thursday night with a lone goal from Tammy Abraham to progress 2-1 on aggregate and book their ticket to the last act of the inaugural edition of the Conference League.

Iconic manager Claudio Ranieri has praised Mourinho and Roma for luring Dybala to the capital city, putting an end to a heavily followed transfer saga.

Leicester City Hero Ranieri Reveals He Can’t ‘Betray’ Roma Feeling

May 4, 2022 Akhil Fisher Conference League, Leicester, Roma

The Leicester hero, who led them to their first-ever major trophy with the sensational fairytale Premier League title triumph in 2015/16, is a Roma fan at heart – even leading the club twice in his managerial career.

One week before Roma face Feyenoord in Tirana, José Mourinho discussed the European Conference League final in an interview.

Mourinho Confident of Reaching UECL Final After Roma Draw at Leicester

April 29, 2022 Akhil Fisher Conference League, Leicester, Premier League, Roma, Serie A

Roma will face Leicester in the 2nd leg next Thursday as both teams will count their chances of a first-ever UEFA title, facing either Feyenoord or Marseille at the Arena Kombetare in Tirana, Albania on May 25.

Roma didn't manage to overcome Leicester in the first leg of their Conference League Semi Final but can be happy with the outcome of the Thursday clash

Leicester vs Roma 1-1: Zalewski Shines at King Power Stadium

April 28, 2022 Matteo Carnevale Conference League, European Cups, International Football, Italian Football, Roma, Serie A

José Mourinho's Roma didn't manage to overcome Leicester in the first leg of their Conference League Semi Final but can be happy with the outcome of the Thursday night clash. The Giallorossi left the King Power Stadium with a 1-1 draw and the confidence that a new star is born in the Eternal City as 20-year-old Nicola Zalewski put up a sumptuous performance.

Leicester City Hero Ranieri Backs Roma to Better Ex-Club If They Meet

April 5, 2022 Akhil Fisher Conference League, Leicester, Roma, Serie A

Despite winning the most major trophy of his glittering career with Leicester City, the Rome-born coach has his allegiances strong with his home city, where he began his senior professional career.

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

What Does Jose Mourinho Need to Succeed at Roma?

December 1, 2021 The Cult of Calcio Italian Football, Roma, Serie A, Tactical Trends

Headlines are often depicting Jose Mourinho as a 'past it' manager that 'hasn't kept up' with the modern game. Can he shove those words back down journalists throats with Roma? Here we look at what he'll need to succeed.

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