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Fiorentina of Florence is the first club from Italy and Serie A to not only win a title in Europe but also play in three different European finals

European Football Stories: The Early Exploits of Fiorentina in Europe

AC Milan, Atletico Madrid, Calciomercato, Catania, Champions League, Coppa Italia, Europa League, European Cups, European Football Stories, Fenerbahce, Fiorentina, Inter, Inter Milan, International Football, Italian Football, Italy, Juventus, Lazio, Napoli, Premier League, Real Madrid, Roma, Sampdoria, Serie A, Spanish Football, Stuttgart, Torino, Udinese, UEFA Cup, West Germany
When it comes to Italian football, Fiorentina represent a very unique and interesting case study. The Viola are the first club from Italy and Serie A to not only win a title in Europe but also play in three different European finals, as they prevailed in the Cup Winners' Cup maiden edition.
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Caricola, Galderisi, Donadoni: The Turbulent Arrival of Italians in the MLS

AC Milan, Bari, Calcio Stories, Hellas Verona, Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, MLS, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Torino, U.S.A., Uncategorized
The supposed ‘curse of Caricola’ gained momentum over the years, with fans and pundits alike pointing to the Italian's mistake as the start of the Metro’s struggles. They would develop a reputation for being consistent underperformers despite having some of the most talented players, waiting decades for their first taste of silverware.
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There is no player in this Milan squad who can assume responsibility and lead from the front. With this 'I' aspect, missing Milan are in a ‘Mess’

How the Lack of an ‘I’ Factor Has Put Milan in Such a Mess

AC Milan, Champions League, Coppa Italia, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Tactical Trends
As things stand, the Rossoneri lack owners who can run the club putting passion ahead of profit, players who can feel the real pride in wearing a Milan shirt and a leader that can take up responsibility and single-handedly inspire the team. Till these issues are addressed, Milan will continue to be in a mess, irrespective of one good performance or two.
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