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Zidane, Mourinho and Conte Among Saudi Arabia Targets

October 24, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Italian Football, Italy, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Pro League, Serie A, Transfer Market

The Saudi Arabia hunger to bring in established European stars seems insatiable, despite the onboardings of superstars such as Karim Benzema, Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar. The nation has spent at least €6B since 2021 for sports at large and continues to shed hundreds of millions to draw attention.

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Victor Osimhen established an immediate connection since the Georgian moved to Italy, which has fueled Napoli’s success.

Napoli Attacking Duo Keeping Up with Top Ones in Europe

February 7, 2023 Enrico Passarella Italian Football, Manchester City, Napoli, PSG, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Victor Osimhen established an immediate connection since the Georgian moved to Italy, which has been one main reason behind Napoli’s success this season. The center-forward leads Serie A in scoring with 16 goals. The winger has bagged half of it, plus he has already dished ten assists.

Brazil suffered defeat on penalties to Croatia as their World Cup dreams came to a crashing end at the quarter-final stage, despite an opener from Neymar

Brazil Player Ratings vs Croatia: Penalty Disaster, Seleção Exit World Cup

December 9, 2022 Ashlee Kiddell Brazil, Croatia, Player Ratings, Serie A, World Cup, World Cup 2022

Brazil suffered defeat on penalties to Croatia as their World Cup dreams came to a crashing end at the quarter-final stage, despite an opener from Neymar. Dominik Livakovic kept the Brazilian's at bay for the majority of the match but a delightful Neymar goal in extra time put them ahead. However, Croatia didn't give up and substitute Bruno Petkovic equalized late on. Livakovic made his mark once more, saving Rodrygo's opening penalty in the shootout, before Marquinhos struck the post with the decisive penalty to send the Vatreni through. So, here's our Brazil player ratings for their defeat against Croatia.

Below is our Croatia vs Brazil preview, predictions and potential lineups for their 2022 World Cup quarter-final clash in Qatar

2022 World Cup Preview, Predictions and Lineups: Croatia vs Brazil

December 7, 2022 Ashlee Kiddell Brazil, Croatia, Serie A, World Cup, World Cup 2022

Croatia and Brazil meet in the first quarter-final matchup of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar on Friday at the Education City Stadium in Al Rayyan. Tite's side have been one of the favorites to go all the way in this year's tournament and are expected to continue in their impressive form up against the 2018 finalists. Below is our Croatia vs Brazil preview, predictions and potential lineups for their World Cup quarter-final clash.

Juventus are ready to take up Alessandro Del Piero on his offer to help the club. The new course of the Bianconeri wish to enroll a club legend.

Del Piero Jovially Offers His Ankle to Injured Neymar

November 29, 2022 Akhil Fisher Juventus, Serie A, World Cup 2022

Italy and Juventus legend Alessandro Del Piero has given his say on Neymar’s foot injury that he was afflicted with during Brazil’s opening game against Serbia.

Legendary fullback Cafù is part of the Brazil delegation in Qatar and is optimistic about La Seleçao’s chances to go far in the competition.

Cafù Dishes on Neymar Injury, Paquetá and Liverpool Ace

November 28, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Brazil, Italian Football, Liverpool, Serie A, World Cup 2022

Legendary fullback Cafù is part of the Brazil delegation in Qatar and is optimistic about La Seleçao’s chances to go far in the competition: "“We are strong and have the deepest squad, filled with experienced players. We can't depend on Neymar, even though we'll miss him. We are solid regardless."

Dani Alves has been called up by Brazil for the World Cup despite being 39. He explained his role and weighed in on his teammates and his time at Juventus.

Dani Alves Discusses Brazil Chances and Juventus Stint

November 24, 2022 Enrico Passarella Brazil, Italian Football, Juventus, PSG, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, World Cup

Dani Alves has been called up by Brazil for the World Cup despite being 39. He explained his role and looked back at his stay at Juventus: "I’m here to help on the pitch and not outside of it. I prepared myself to play, not just to be a locker room leader."

2022 World Cup Group G contains five-time winners Brazil, 1954 hosts Switzerland, Dusan Vlahovic's Serbia and 1990 quarter-finalists Cameroon

2022 FIFA World Cup Preview and Predictions: Group G

November 17, 2022 Ashlee Kiddell Brazil, Cameroon, Serbia, Serie A, Switzerland, World Cup, World Cup 2022

The 2022 FIFA World Cup is fast approaching and we are bringing you a preview of every group ahead of the tournament, offering an insight into each team, as well as predictions as to who will progress to the knockout rounds. Below, we preview Group G that contains five-time winners Brazil, 1954 hosts Switzerland, Dusan Vlahovic's Serbia and 1990 quarter-finalists Cameroon.

Kaká praised Milan for what they achieved in the Champions League and weighed in on the World Cup in an interview with the Italian press.

Kaká Talks Milan, Maldini and Brazil Chances in Qatar

November 9, 2022 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Brazil, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, World Cup 2022

Kaká praised Milan for what they achieved in the Champions League and weighed in on the World Cup in an interview: "I’d look to come to Italy to see the match against Tottenham. The Rossoneri are going in the right direction. Brazil is the favorite, along with France and Argentina."

The enigmatic Buffon retraced pieces of his career to give an insight on a few hot topics, including the best Italian and foreign players he’s played with.

Buffon Reveals Five Best Italian and Foreign Teammates

July 15, 2022 Akhil Fisher Italian Football, Juventus, Parma, Serie A

The enigmatic 44-year-old Gianluigi Buffon retraced pieces of his career to give an insight on a few hot topics, including the best Italian and foreign players he’s played with: "I can not pick one due to my relations with them."

Manchester City vs PSG 2-1: Citizens Fight Back

November 25, 2021 Ashlee Kiddell Champions League, International Football, Italian Football, Manchester City, Premier League, PSG, Serie A

Manchester City fought back from going one nil down at the Etihad Stadium to win 2-1 at home to Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League on Wednesday night. It was a night that epitomizes the brilliance of the Champions League as the elite of the elite clashed in what was a truly gripping game from start to finish. Moments of talent and skill were displayed throughout as stars such as Lionel Messi, Neymar and Riyad Mahrez put on a show in Manchester.

Paris Saint-Germain secured a vital three points towards their UEFA Champions League qualification as Lionel Messi scored his first goal for the Parisians

PSG vs Manchester City Player Ratings: Messi Scores First Goal in Paris

September 29, 2021 Ashlee Kiddell Champions League, French Football, Italian Football, Manchester City, Paris Saint Germain, Player Ratings, Premier League, PSG, Serie A

Paris Saint-Germain secured a vital three points towards their UEFA Champions League group qualification as Lionel Messi scored his first goal for the Parisians in a 2-0 victory at home to Manchester City. Mauricio Pochettino's side sat back and defended astutely as they hit City on the counter-attack to avenge their 2-1 defeat in last seasons Champions League semi-final at the Parc des Princes.

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