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Italy & Torino Midfielder Praised for Superb Performance Vs France

September 7, 2024 Marko Vrakela Italy, Serie A, Torino Leave a comment

Torino talisman Samuele Ricci has earned plaudits for his dynamic performance as Italy came from behind to beat France 3-1 on Friday. Luciano Spalletti's side recovered from a first-minute deficit to stun the Parc des Princes at the start of their 2024/25 UEFA Nations League campaign.

Italy put themselves on track after a dreadful start and caught a sounding, unexpected win over France at the Parc des Princes in the Nations League opener

France vs Italy 1-3: Azzurri Storm Back to Stun the Parc des Princes!

September 6, 2024 Matteo Carnevale France, International Football, Italian Football, Italy, Nations League, Serie A, The Azzurri Leave a comment

The ghosts of Euro 2024 came to haunt Italy as the Azzurri conceded one goal just 14 seconds (!) after kicking off their Nations League campaign against France on Friday night. But then, Italy put themselves back on track and somehow conjured a sounding win, powered by goals from Federico Dimarco, Davide Frattesi, and Giacomo Raspadori.

Preview: France vs Italy – Team News, Line-ups & Prediction

September 5, 2024 Marko Vrakela France, International Football, Italy, Nations League, Serie A, The Azzurri Leave a comment

Parc des Princes forms the backdrop for a mouth-watering UEFA Nations League encounter between eternal rivals France and Italy. Friday's showdown at Paris Saint-Germain's home venue serves to kick off proceedings in Group A/2 and offers both nations a chance to make amends for disappointing EURO 2024 campaigns.

Juventus Icon Platini Reveals Failed Inter Move in 1979

July 30, 2024 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

France and Serie A icon Michel Platini has revealed that it was in fact not Juventus who first approached to sign him when he was at French side Saint-Etienne. Surprisingly, the Bianconeri’s hottest rivals Inter Milan were the first Italian club to enquire for his services, as per the former UEFA President himself.

Milan have started monitoring another qualify French midfielder, Youssouf Fofana, after reportedly setting sights on Khephren Thuram in recent days.

Milan Agree Terms with Fofana, No Accord with Monaco

July 23, 2024 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Serie A

Milan’s pursuit of Youssouf Fofana has almost reached its climax, with the Rossoneri now needing to tackle negotiations with AS Monaco regarding the player’s valuation. However, the presence of Premier League giants Manchester United is bound to unsettle the Italians as the transfer market reaches a tipping point.

Adrien Rabiot appears to have made up his mind and will stay at Juventus for at least one further season, snubbing a late offer from Manchester United.

Lamine Yamal Makes Juventus Midfielder Eat His Words

July 10, 2024 Marko Vrakela Euro 2024, France, Juventus, Serie A, Spain

Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot wished he had never called out Spain teen sensation Lamine Yamal in the build-up to Tuesday's EURO 2024 semifinal. The France international praised the Barcelona whizz-kid but claimed 'he'll need to show much more' against Les Bleus.

Mike Maignan is facing an uncertain future due to a relatively short-term contract, a challenging negotiation, declining form, and a subpar Milan season.

Milan Goalkeeper Praised For ‘Incredible’ Euro 2024 Showings

July 6, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Euro 2024, France, Serie A

Real Madrid midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni praised his France teammate and Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan following a nerve-shredding win against Portugal on Friday. Didier Deschamps' side progressed into the EURO 2024 semi-finals on penalties after another tepid 0-0 draw.

Euro 2024 Round of 16 Full Predictions: Who Will Reach The Quarter-Finals?

June 27, 2024 Michel Sakr England, Euro 2024, France, Germany, Inter, International Football, Italian Football, Italy, Portugal, Serie A, Spain

With all the traditional big plays still in the running, this is set to be an electrifying Round of 16. So let's try to predict the identities of the nations that will prevail in the next stage and book their places in the quarter-finals.

Bayern Munich have earmarked Theo Hernandez as a potential substitute for Alphonso Davis, who might join Real Madrid in the summer.

Milan Star Picks up Injury Scare in French Camp

June 20, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Euro 2024, France, Serie A

Milan left-back Theo Hernandez could sit out France's upcoming Euro 2024 blockbuster clash against the Netherlands due to a minor fitness problem. According to Fabrice Hawkins, the 26-year-old failed to report to training on Wednesday with muscle pain, throwing his availability for Friday's fixture into doubt.

As widely anticipated, Olivier Giroud will leave Milan at the end of his contract and head to the United States. The striker announced his farewell.

Outgoing Milan Star Set to Retire from International Football

May 24, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, France, Serie A

Outgoing Milan striker Olivier Giroud will call time on his international career with France after the upcoming Euro 2024. In his recent interview with L'Equipe, the 37-year-old revealed his decision to quit the national team after the tournament and make room for the youngsters.

Yacine Adli and Tijjani Reijnders will replace Rade Krunic as the anchor of the midfield in the upcoming stretch of matches.

Milan Midfielder Explains His International Preference

March 23, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, France, Serie A

Milan midfielder Yacine Adli has failed to receive his maiden senior call-up for France despite choosing Les Bleus over Algeria. The 23-year-old has established himself as a permanent first-team fixture at San Siro this term after taking nearly three years to settle in Serie A.

Things have only been going downhill for Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba, and a return to first-team football looks far from likely for him at the moment.

France Boss Deschamps Offers Sympathy to Banned Pogba

October 11, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Euro 2024, Europa! Europa!, France, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Transfer Market

Things have only been going downhill for Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba, and a return to first-team football looks far from likely for him at the moment after his counter-analysis test failed to come through. Pogba is now facing a two to four-year ban at the least, and France boss Didier Deschamps has offered his sympathy.

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