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Union Berlin vs Napoli Preview and Lineups – UCL Round 3

October 23, 2023 Ashlee Kiddell Champions League, International Football, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Union Berlin

The Partenopei head to the German capital on Tuesday night with Union Berlin vs Napoli on show in Group C Champions League action. Die Eisernen are on a torrid run of form as they prepare to host the Italian champions at Olympiastadion on the back of eight straight defeats.

Inter vs RB Salzburg Preview and Lineups – UCL Round 3

October 23, 2023 Ashlee Kiddell Champions League, Inter, Inter Milan, International Football, Italian Football, Serie A

Round 3 of the Champions League group stage will signal the halfway point and it's Inter vs RB Salzburg on Tuesday at San Siro. Group D is well-balanced group and so the hosts are looking to take the advantage here and build on their 1-0 victory over Benfica last time out.

Juventus Player Ratings vs Milan: Locatelli Returns To Haunt San Siro

October 22, 2023 Michel Sakr AC Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Player Ratings, Serie A

Manuel Locatelli's deflected long-range effort was the solitary goal of the evening, gifting the Old Lady all three points against his former employers. So here are our player ratings for Juventus who snatched a vital 1-0 victory over Milan away from home.

Manuel Locatelli is among the several Juventus players that could get an extension in the coming months. He’s already tied to the team until 2026.

Milan vs Juventus Five Key Battles: Adli vs Locatelli In Midfield Scrap

October 22, 2023 Michel Sakr AC Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Tactical Trends

We can expect a tactical battle between the two Italian coaches, one that will be determined by the smallest of details and the player duels that will ensue all over the pitch. So let's take a closer look at five key battles that could eventually decide the outcome of tonight's mega clash between Milan and Juventus.

Maurizio Sarri surprisingly excluded Luis Alberto from the XI against Inter, giving Daichi Kamada a shot despite his subpar performances.

Lazio Player Ratings vs Sassuolo: Alberto Orchestrates Victory

October 21, 2023 Davide Kociu Italian Football, Lazio, Player Ratings, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Maurizio Sarri had changed a few things as he watched on from the stand but Alberto orchestrated this victory. Overall it was a good performance from the Biancocelesti. Here's an in depth look at how each player got on this evening:

Sassuolo vs Lazio: 0-2 Anderson and Alberto’s Double Whammy

October 21, 2023 Davide Kociu Italian Football, Lazio, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Serie A was back this weekend after the international break and the first day of action was rounded of by Sassuolo and Lazio in Emilia Romagna. The Neroverdi have already claimed wins over Inter and Juventus this season and wanted to collect another big scalp against Lazio tonight. But a disappointing defensive display meant they fell victim to Anderson and Alberto's double whammy. Here's how things went at the Citta del Tricolore

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia hasn’t hit it off right away with new coach Francesco Calzona. Other than a gem against Verona, his recent displays have been blah.

Napoli Player Ratings vs Verona: Kvaratskhelia Shines In Osimhen Absence

October 21, 2023 Michel Sakr Hellas Verona, Italian Football, Napoli, Player Ratings, Serie A

Matteo Politano scored one and provided Khvicha Kvaratskhelia with two assists. Darko Lazovic tried to spark a Gialloblu revolt by grabbing one back for the home side, but the result remained unchanged. So here are our player ratings for Napoli who returned to winning ways with 3-1 victory over Verona.

The Top 10 Striking Partnerships in Serie A Featuring Juventus & Roma Duos

October 20, 2023 Michel Sakr AC Milan, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Roma, Serie A, Tactical Trends

In the current day and age, managers have become more inclined towards deploying a lone striker supported by a couple of wingers, an element that limited the rise of classic striking duos. Nevertheless, this phenomena isn't quite extinct just yet as proven by the glamorous names we'll enlist below. So let's take a closer look at the Top 10 best striking partnerships in Serie A in the 2023/24 season.

UEFA and CONMENBOL have made official the match between the Euro and the Copa America winners. Italy and Argentina will square off in London on June 1st.

Editorial: From Wembley to Wembley – The Tale of the Italy Rebirth That Never Was

October 18, 2023 Michel Sakr Italian Football, Italy, Serie A One comment

Alternating between achieving historical feats and failing to attain minimal objectives feels like an inevitable pattern, almost as if the team is locked in an infinite spiral. Between their glorious appearance at Wembley in July 2021 and their return to the glamorous stadium in October 2023 lies the story of an Italy rebirth that panned as a false dawn.

Italy Player Ratings vs England: Spalletti Pays For Defensive Atrocities

October 17, 2023 Michel Sakr England, Euro 2024, Italian Football, Italy, Player Ratings, Serie A

The visitors completely lost the plot in the second half as Marcus Rashford put the Three Lions ahead while Kane returned to seal the win by bagging a personal brace. So here are our player ratings for Italy who now find themselves in an uncomfortable spot in the Euro 2024 qualifying group after losing 1-3 at the hands of England.

Why Rudi Garcia Isn’t the Only Culprit In the Napoli Shambolic Title Defense

October 13, 2023 Michel Sakr Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Tactical Trends

Is Rudi Garcia truly the ultimate villain at the Campanian metropole, or a mere scapegoat? It's time to examine the reasons behind what has begun as an atrocious title defense for Napoli, and rank them from based on significance, starting with the least important till we reach the most crucial elements.

While Giroud turned up between the sticks for Milan after Maignan’s stoppage time dismissal, it could well have been Pulisic instead, as relayed by Pioli.

Tops of Flops of Serie A Round 8: Lukaku on Target, Giroud in Goal

October 9, 2023 Michel Sakr AC Milan, Fiorentina, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Napoli, Roma, Serie A, Tactical Trends

Before taking an untimely two-week hiatus, Serie A saw its supporters off with a stirring weekend packed with stunning events. From comebacks and upsets to strikers excelling as goalkeepers, this round hardly missed a beat. So let's recap the most interesting action that ensued in Serie A Round 8 in our latest edition of the Tops and Flops series.

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