Tag: Napoli

Napoli vs Milan Throwback: Football and Intrigue in the 1988 Serie A Race

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Napoli and Milan are two of the form teams in Italy at the moment as both sides look to challenge for the Scudetto. This however is not the first time these giants of Italian football have met with title ambitions on the line. Once upon a time back in the heady rock and roll '80s, the two sides met at the San Paolo in a huge title decider that would affect the futures of both clubs.
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How Did Gennaro Gattuso Succeed in Resurrecting Napoli

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After an unexpectedly over-dramatic Carlo Ancelotti stint, the appointment of Gennaro Gattuso as Napoli manager was initially perceived as a stop-gap decision. However, the 2006 world champion defied all odds, as he successfully managed to steer the Partenopei back into the top 4, while his unique personality looks like a perfect match for the always heated environment at Napoli. 
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The Top 10 Serie A Goal Celebrations in the 2010-2020 Era

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One of the most fascinating aspects of football could be the special goal celebrations, when a player who's in the middle of his euphoria after just scoring a goal, is able to maintain his composure and deliver his own signature celebration, much to the delight of his supporters. So here are the our Top 10 Serie A signature goal celebrations from the modern era (2010 - 2020).
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The race for the Scudetto resumes and it's time to find out which players will be able to play in this weekend's Round 7 in the Italian top-flight

Serie A Round 7 Preview and Expected Lineups

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The race for the Scudetto resumes in a few hours from now and it's time to find out which players will be able to play and which might not play in this weekend's Round 7 in the Italian top-flight. We worked really hard and scoured the net for the most possible starting XIs for all 20 Serie A teams so here are out tips for all you fantasy football managers out there!
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This Serie A Scudetto Race Could Be the Most Exciting in Years!

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After winning 9 titles in a row during an extraordinary run, Juventus are hoping to maintain their winning dynasty and extend it to 10 titles. But with a resurgent Milan currently leading the Serie A race, an even more bolstered Inter under Antonio Conte, and an exciting Napoli side, winning the 10th title could prove to be the Bianconeri's most difficult challenge in the modern era. 
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Napoli Femminile are living the dream of their first historic participation in the Serie A Femminile in this 2020-2021 season

Finance Corner: The Rise of Napoli Femminile in Women’s Serie A

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Napoli Femminile are living the dream of their first historic participation in the Serie A Femminile in this 2020-2021 season. Their idea of following the "Barcelona model" when it comes to the growth of the youth sector confirms that President Raffaele Carlino's club are serious about making women’s football relive at the foot of the Mount Vesuvius.
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Sassuolo were missing Berardi and Caputo at the San Paolo, but it would dent their chances as they claimed an impressive 0-2 win over Napoli

Napoli Made to Rue Missed Chances in Defeat to Efficient Sassuolo

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Sassuolo were missing Domenico Berardi and Francesco Caputo at the San Paolo, but that would dent their chances as they claimed an impressive 0-2 win over Napoli. Roberto De Zerbi’s men have been called Atalanta 2.0 with their exciting attacking displays and ability to catch their rivals off guard. Napoli were their latest victims in their first high profile fixture.
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The Serie A round 6 is upon us and as always, the upcoming match-day promises to bring some really great games, including the Sampdoria - Genoa derby

Serie A Round 6 Preview: Sampdoria and Genoa Stage Derby

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The Serie A match-day 6 is upon us and as always, the upcoming match day promises to bring some really great games, a few dull ones but as is always the case, a lot of events will have a lot of bearing on how the season unfolds. So without unnecessary pandering, let’s take a quick look at every game that will take place at the weekend, with an highlight on the Derby della Lanterna.
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Donne nel calcio: Intervista ad Aqsa Mushtaq del Napoli Femminile

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Aqsa Mushtaq is a rising talent in the world of women’s football. At 22, she just signed her first professional contract with Napoli Femminile, becoming the first player of Pakistani origin - man or woman - to play in the Italian football top-flight. Aqsa graciously agreed to have a chat with the Cult of Calcio about her move, as well as her story and aspirations as a footballer.
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Women and Football: An Interview with Napoli’s Aqsa Mushtaq

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Aqsa Mushtaq is a rising talent in the world of women’s football. At 22, she just signed her first professional contract with Napoli Femminile, becoming the first player of Pakistani origin - man or woman - to play in the Italian football top-flight. Aqsa graciously agreed to have a chat with the Cult of Calcio about her move, as well as her story and aspirations as a footballer.
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Napoli captured three key point at the Anouela Stadium in San Sebastian as they toppled Real Sociedad with a lone goal from Matteo Politano

Napoli Capture Crucial Europa League Win at Real Sociedad

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Napoli captured three key point at the Anouela Stadium in San Sebastian as they toppled Real Sociedad with a lone goal from Matteo Politano - whose audacious long-range shot was deflected by the Spanish into their own net. Gennaro Gattuso and his boys needed a win after their dreadful Europa League start from one week ago - which saw them losing at home to AZ Alkmaar.
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Despite the financial struggles and legislative limitations, there are good foundations to make the Serie A Femminile and women's football grow in Italy

Finance Corner: An Overview of Women’s Football in Italy

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Serie A Femminile is the top tier in the women's football pyramid in Italy and is organized by the Italian Football Federation. Despite the financial struggles and legislative limitations, there are some good foundations to make the women's football movement grow in Italy. On that note, the recent interest recorded by such famous men’s clubs in opening a women's section is only positive.
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