Matteo Politano Archives - Page 2 of 5

Napoli Winger Politano Draws Attention of Saudi Side

December 27, 2023 Enrico Passarella Calciomercato, Italian Football, Napoli, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024, Transfer Market

Matteo Politano is having his best campaign since joining Napoli, but his future is uncertain since his contract expires in 2025. The talks to extend it haven’t advanced much. He’s receiving interest from Saudi Arabia and Al Shabab in particular. They are led by an Italian director, Domenico Teti.

Stanislav Lobotka discussed how Napoli’s great season came to be, his future, and the contribution of Luciano Spalletti in an interview.

Napoli Set to Face Monza Severely Weakened

December 24, 2023 Marko Vrakela Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024

Napoli fell to a disheartening 2-0 defeat at Roma on Saturday as their terrible defending Serie A campaign suffered another hit. Walter Mazzarri's men have dropped out of the European spots after a dismal streak of three defeats in their last four league outings.

José Mourinho sent the ball into the Roma brass’ court with his remarks following the Bologna game, where he openly stated he wished he stayed put.

Jose Mourinho Adamant Roma Fully Deserved to Beat Napoli

December 23, 2023 Marko Vrakela Napoli, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2023-2024 One comment

Roma poured more misery on out-of-sorts Serie A champions Napoli, toppling Walter Mazzarri's side 2-0 at the Stadio Olimpico. Saturday's ill-tempered encounter in the capital brimmed with frustration and recklessness, creating a perfect environment for Jose Mourinho's bid to end Giallorossi's seven-game winless run against Partenopei.

Matteo Politano mulled a proposal from Saudi team Al Shabab, but he’s poised to reject it and stay at Napoli. He and the club have rekindled their talks.

Italy Have Few Options in Case There’s a Penalty Kick

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

Luciano Spalletti has confirmed that Italy will indeed move on from Jorginho as a PK taker following his latest error against North Macedonia. Italy didn’t pay the price for it last Friday, unlike in other instances, most notably in both World Cup qualifiers versus Switzerland in 2021.

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.

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.

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