Matteo Politano Archives - Page 2 of 5

Spalletti Cuts Starter in Italy Call-Ups Versus Ukraine

November 20, 2023 Enrico Passarella Euro 2024, Italian Football, Italy, Serie A

Luciano Spalletti has issued the final squad list for the Ukraine game, where Italy will need to avoid losing to finish second and qualify for Euro 2024 directly without going through the playoff. The most notable exclusion is Domenico Berardi, who started against North Macedonia but had an underwhelming performance.

Napoli ended a secondary transfer saga right after deadline day in Saudi Arabia, as Matteo Politano has officially prolonged his contract until 2027.

Politano Longing for Long-Term Contract with Napoli

November 10, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

While Napoli are struggling to come to terms with some cornerstones, Matteo Politano would like to tie himself down to the team long-term. He’s been very consistent so far this season. He has scored six times, as much as Victor Osimhen, and provided three assists, which is level with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.

Napoli vs Empoli: Serie A Preview, Potential Lineups & Prediction

November 10, 2023 Marko Vrakela Empoli, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Sunday's Serie A action gets underway at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona as Napoli and Empoli square off in contrasting circumstances. Let's look at our match preview for this contest.

Union Berlin claimed their first ever UCL point in the 1-1 draw. Napoli stalwarts Politano and Di Lorenzo shared their regret over the failed chance to win.

Politano and Di Lorenzo Regret Napoli Draw with Union Berlin

November 9, 2023 Akhil Fisher Champions League, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Union Berlin

Union Berlin claimed their first ever point in the UEFA Champions League in the 1-1 draw vs Napoli, who failed to close the gap to group leaders Real Madrid. Partenopei stalwart Matteo Politano and captain Giovanni Di Lorenzo shared their regret over the failed chance to win a first UCL home game in three outings.

Rudi Garcia is on very shaky ground given the recent Napoli results, and a clause in his contract doesn’t work in his favor.

Rudi Garcia Praises Napoli Spirit in Milan Draw

October 30, 2023 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

From a game that seemed lost for Napoli, Rudi Garcia's men almost pulled off what would've been one of the most memorable comebacks in Serie A history. However, the reigning champions had to settle for a dramatic 2-2 draw against Milan after trailing 2-0 at halftime.

Milan once again fired blanks in the third match of the Champions League group stage. The Rossoneri have yet to score continentally.

Napoli vs Milan 2-2: Game of Two Halves Splits Points

October 29, 2023 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Napoli fought back from a 2-0 halftime deficit to hold Milan to an enthralling 2-2 draw at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona. A breathtaking Serie A derby could've gone both ways, but the sides had to settle for a share of the spoils.

Napoli Ace Raspadori Offers Support to Rudi Garcia After Verona Win

October 21, 2023 Marko Vrakela Napoli, Serie A

Giacomo Raspadori has backed Rudi Garcia to win the Scudetto with Napoli following a 3-1 demolition of an out-of-sorts Hellas Verona side. The reigning Serie A champions returned to winning ways after a dismal home loss to Fiorentina before October's international break with a sterling performance at the Stadio Marco'Antonio Bentegodi.

After the club and the father of Khvicha Kvaratshkelia weighed in on the topic, his agent Mamuka Jugeli, said his piece about the much-discussed extension.

Hellas Verona vs Napoli 1-3: Kvaratskhelia Back to His Best

October 21, 2023 Marko Vrakela Hellas Verona, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Napoli delivered a perfect response to their disastrous 3-1 home defeat to Fiorentina, beating Hellas Verona by the same scoreline upon Serie A's return after the international break. Rudi Garcia headed to the Stadio Marc'Antonio Bentegodi in dire need of points amid speculation surrounding his future in southern Italy.

Luciano Spalletti has called up Stephan El Shaarawy to replace Nicolò Zaniolo, who left Coverciano along with Sandro Tonali.

Roma Attacker Makes His Italy Return After Two Years

October 13, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Juventus, Lazio, Napoli, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Torino

Luciano Spalletti has called up Stephan El Shaarawy to replace Nicolò Zaniolo, who left Coverciano along with Sandro Tonali after being questioned by the police about illegal gambling. The midfielder hasn’t been replaced yet. The Roma forward makes his Azzurri return after two years.

Matteo Politano visibly showed his frustration for getting replaced in the second half of the Fiorentina game, becoming the third Napoli player to do that.

Another Napoli Player Takes Umbrage with the Coach

October 9, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Matteo Politano visibly showed his frustration for getting replaced in the second half of the Fiorentina game, becoming the third Napoli player to do that in the early portion of the season. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Victor Osimhen had similar minor incidents beforehand.

Napoli patron Aurelio De Laurentiis jumped the gun a little when he claimed that they were about to shake hands with Victor Osimhen but not by a lot.

Napoli Player Ratings vs Lecce: Subs Going Nuclear in Puglia

September 30, 2023 Marko Vrakela Napoli, Player Ratings, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

High-flying Napoli put on another convincing performance following a 4-1 demolition of Udinese on Wednesday. This time, Lecce felt the wrath of the reigning Serie A champions' bid to silence their critics, finishing on the wrong side of a 4-0 scoreline at Stadio Via del Mare.

Italy took home a precious victory over Ukraine in the most recent Euro qualifier despite being down a few meaningful pieces.

Trio Finds the Net After Leaving Italy Camp with Injury

September 18, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Italy, Juventus, Napoli, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, The Azzurri

Italy took home a precious victory over Ukraine in the most recent Euro qualifier despite being down a few pieces. Luciano Spalletti and the medical staff were careful with banged-up players. They quickly sent them home even if they could have potentially played through their ailments to avoid irking their clubs.

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