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Tactical Analysis: Deconstructing the Inter – Milan Derby

October 19, 2020 Taimoor Khan AC Milan, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Tactical Analysis

It appears that any effect coronavirus had on Zlatan Ibrahimovic was nothing but a mere pestilence as the legendary Swede’s quick-fire brace helped Milan register a 2-1 win over bitter rivals Inter in the first Derby della Madonnina of the season. In this tactical analysis, we will show how the derby was won and lost and who were the key players in the game on top of Ibra.

Here are the 10 top reasons why every football fan around the world should get himself a little taste of Serie A during the 2020-2021 season

The Top 10 Reasons To Follow The New Serie A Season

September 17, 2020 Michel Sakr AC Milan, Atalanta, Benevento, Cagliari, Calciomercato, Crotone, FIGC, Fiorentina, Genoa, Gonzalo Higuain, Hellas Verona, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Italy, Juventus, Lazio, Napoli, Parma, Roma, Sampdoria, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Spezia, Transfer Market

Fans of Italian football are thrilled to finally kick off the action on the pitch once again, as the new Serie A season is about to start in the next coming days. Although calcio fanatics don't really need any new excuse to follow their favorite league, here are the 10 top reasons why every football fan around the world should try to get himself a little taste of the Italian game.

Inter began their preparation for the 2020-21 Serie A campaign in emphatic fashion, claiming a 5-0 win over Swiss Super League outfit Lugano

Five-Star Inter Ease Past Lugano In First Pre-Season Test

September 15, 2020 Awais Khan Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021

Inter began their preparation for the 2020-21 Serie A campaign in emphatic fashion, claiming a 5-0 win over Swiss Super League outfit Lugano. There was rustiness in their play but their superior quality was evident. The Nerazzurri faithful would be pleased with the outing and the result. There were goals for Lukaku and Lautaro, while Hakimi and Sanchez contributed with assists.

The Top 10 Serie A Players To Watch Out For Next Season

September 13, 2020 Michel Sakr AC Milan, Cagliari, Calciomercato, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Italy, Juventus, Lazio, Napoli, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Stickers Swapping, Transfer Market

On the heels of one of the most unusual campaigns ever, Serie A is about to kick-start a brand new 2020-2021 season. But who will be the top protagonists on the field that the audience must keep an eye on? Although all eyes will be on Cristiano Ronaldo, who remains the ultimate star of Serie A, here are the top 10 other players who are tipped to shine brightly during the season.

Inter Bend Knee To Sevilla In Thrilling Europa League Final

August 21, 2020 Matteo Carnevale Assi di Coppe, Europa League, European Cups

Inter didn't make it. The Europa League speaks Andalusian again as Sevilla toppled the Nerazzurri 3-2 at the end of a thrilling and tough Final in Cologne. The Spanish side conquered the second European competition for the sixth time as Inter's dreams vanished when an unfortunate Romelu Lukaku deflection sent the ball into his own goal for Sevilla's winner.

Lu-La Awakens as Inter Overcome Sampdoria In Rescheduled Game

June 21, 2020 The Cult of Calcio Staff Inter Milan, Italian Football, Sampdoria, Serie A, Serie A 2019-2020

Antonio Conte needs to thank the Lu-La for Sunday night’s 2-1 over Sampdoria which consolidated Inter’s third place in the Serie A table. Goals by their striker duo Romelu Lukaku and Lautaro Martinez gave the Nerazzurri a comfortable lead in a rescheduled game from Round 25 before Sampdoria’s Morten Thorsby reopened the match in the second half.

Milan Strike Twice, Inter Come Back To Capture Derby

February 10, 2020 The Cult of Calcio Staff AC Milan, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2019-2020

With a stunning second-half comeback, Antonio Conte’s Inter won 4-2 a thrlling Derby della Madonnina, likely the most exciting seen in years. The Nerazzurri thus managed to gain three points versus Scudetto-contenders Juventus. It was a real battle at the San Siro Stadium as Milan finally managed to measure up to the cross-town task despite wasting a two-goal lead.

Previewing This Weekend’s Derby di Milano

February 8, 2020 Joseph Porco AC Milan, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A, Serie A 2019-2020

The Derby di Milano between Inter and Milan is always a match that is massive in the football world. As a result of this season so far, both clubs are desperate to win. This may seem obvious, but it's true. Here influential calcio blogger Joseph Porco from Calcio Fan Blogs previews for us the much-awaited Derby della Madonnina.

Inter Keep Chasing Juve as Lukaku Knocks Udinese Down

February 2, 2020 The Cult of Calcio Staff Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2019-2020, Udinese

It took Romelu Lukaku's fifth brace in Serie A to put Inter back on track after three draws in a row and keep them on Juventus’ back. The Nerazzurri won 2-0 against Udinese among much difficulty as the Bianconeri managed to keep Antonio Conte’s side at bay for more than one hour with their physical superiority.

Lukaku Brace Wraps Inter First Win at Napoli Since 1997

January 6, 2020 Matteo Carnevale Inter Milan, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2019-2020

Napoli-Inter was the radiography of two football sides living diametrically opposed moments, with the final outcome taking a perfect snapshot of the situation. The Nerazzurri easily moved past the struggling Partenopei to capture their first win in Napoli since 1998, thanks to a sumptuous performance by Romelu Lukaku - who is turning Serie A into his personal game reserve.

Inter Demolish Lecce In Antonio Conte’s Debut

August 26, 2019 The Cult of Calcio Staff Inter Milan, Italian Football, Lecce, Serie A, Serie A 2019-2020

Antonio Conte couldn’t imagine a better debut on the Nerazzurri’s bench as he led Inter to a convincing 4-0 win in their Serie A 2019-2020 opening match. The former Nazionale’s coach showed no mercy for newly promoted Lecce, which fell under the strikes of Marcelo Brozovic, Stefano Sensi, an impressive Romelu Lukaku, and Antonio Candreva.

Meanwhile in Moscow: Third Spot of WC Podium Goes to Belgium

July 14, 2018 The Cult of Calcio Staff Belgium, England, Meanwhile In Moscow, World Cup, World Cup 2018

The World Cup Third Place Playoff is probably the saddest game in the whole football season calendar. The match no team would like to be playing, having just lost the chance to be part of the real deal that happens the following day. Belgium earned the third spot by beating England 2-0 in Saint Petersburg with goals by Thomas Meunier and Eden Hazard.

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