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The Special Finalist: Ranking Jose Mourinho Triumphs in European Finals

May 29, 2023 Michel Sakr Champions League, Europa League, European Cups, Inter Milan, International Football, Italian Football, Manchester United, Roma, Serie A

When it comes to the finals of European competition, José Mourinho is on a whole different level. While no one genuinely doubts his famous moniker, one glimpse at his continental record is enough to prove beyond a shred of doubt that this man truly is the undisputed "Special One".

Lazio continue to make inroads, both on and off the pitch, as they prepare to star in UCL and challenge for the Scudetto title next season.

Sarri and Tare Identify Two Lazio Midfield Reinforcements

April 20, 2023 Akhil Fisher Calciomercato, Empoli, Italian Football, Lazio, Porto, Serie A, Transfer Market

Maurizio Sarri is evidently on the verge of creating a legacy at Lazio, having professed his love for the Biancocelesti recently. Despite the disappoint of crashing out of the UEFA Europa Conference League, his side are enroute to play in the Champions League next season.

Inzaghi thinks he deserves a new deal. However, the club wants to turn the page and hire a coach ‘who doesn't walk on a ledge’ when it comes to transfers.

Inter Coach Reportedly Contemplating Stunning Decision

April 11, 2023 Enrico Passarella Inter Milan, Italian Football, Porto, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Simone Inzaghi is on thin ice due to the disappointing results of his side in Serie A, with Inter reportedly starting to gather info on his possible replacement in the dugout. The manager himself might decide to pull the plug on his own rather than wait for the ax.

Barcelona took advantage of Inter’s visit to Porto midweek in the second leg of the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 tie to hold a transfer market summit.

Barcelona Delegates in Porto to Assess Deal with Inter

March 16, 2023 Akhil Fisher Barcelona, Calciomercato, Champions League, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Transfer Market

Barcelona took advantage of Inter’s visit to Porto midweek in the second leg of the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 tie to hold a summit with Inter executives, with the transfer market in mind. Blaugrana officials Joan Laporta and Mateu Alemany spoke with Beppe Marotta and Piero Ausilio.

Simone Inzaghi took the opportunity to address the recent criticism and rumors about his future after advancing to the Champions League’s quarter-finals.

Inzaghi Fights Back and Gloats After Eliminating Porto

March 15, 2023 Enrico Passarella Champions League, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Simone Inzaghi took the opportunity to address the recent criticism and rumors about his future after advancing to the Champions League’s quarter-finals by holding Porto to a tie in the return leg: “We played a very good game. We have a fantastic group that showed up against a difficult opponent."

A few sides are hoping Mehdi Taremi ends up at Milan, as it would unlock a few moves. The veteran is pushing to complete the switch to the Rossoneri.

Inter Player Ratings vs Porto: Onana Shines, Earns Clean Sheet

March 14, 2023 Will Presnell Champions League, Inter, International Football, Player Ratings, Porto, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Andre Onana shone during Inter's impressive defensive showing against Porto. The Italians completed a 0-0 draw, advancing them to the Quarterfinals of the Champions League. Inter's backline withstood incredible pressure from the hosts, surviving a wild added time push for an equalizer.

Inter fought its way to a 0-0 draw on Wednesday against Porto, advancing the Italian club to the second knockout round of the Champions League

Porto vs Inter 0-0: Nerazzurri Advance to the Quarterfinals

March 14, 2023 Will Presnell Champions League, Inter, International Football, Player Ratings, Porto, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

For the visitors, only one change was made to the eleven that took the field in the previous fixture. On the backline, Matteo Darmian replaced Milan Skriniar at centre-back, while Denzel Dumfries took his place as the right wing-back. Lukaku remained on the bench, while Lautaro and Edin Dzeko took the pitch as strikers.

Inter and Simone Inzaghi will have a lot at stake in tonight’s match versus Porto. Advancing would have a much-needed windfall and help their coach.

Inter Hopeful to Keep Road Woes in Check Versus Porto

March 14, 2023 Enrico Passarella Champions League, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Porto, Serie A

Inter and Simone Inzaghi will have a lot at stake in tonight’s match versus Porto. Qualifying for the next round would have a much-needed windfall and help the gaffer build his case to stay on the bench next season. The rumors about his future are intensifying.

Zanetti has given his say on the Inter’s transfer market exploits this summer, expressing his satisfaction at the way the club have emerged unbeaten so far.

Multiple Inter Legends Discuss Return Leg Against Porto

March 7, 2023 Enrico Passarella Champions League, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Porto, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023, Transfer Market

Esteban Cambiasso, Walter Samuel, and especially Javier Zanetti addressed the upcoming second match between Inter and Porto in the Champions League’s Round of 16 taking to the press after a charity event: "We will need to be very concentrated and determined. The stadium will be passionate."

Inter Seal Record Matchday Income in Porto Victory

February 23, 2023 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Barcelona, Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Porto, Serie A

Porto’s visit to Inter yesterday was a sell-out at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza, sealing a record matchday income for the Nerazzurri – the second-highest in club’s history.

Portugal tried to convince José Mourinho, but they will probably come up empty-handed. The Special One is leaning toward refusing the proposal.

Mourinho Diplomatic on Inter-Porto Tie, Praises Cambiasso

February 23, 2023 Akhil Fisher Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Porto, Roma, Serie A

Roma manager Jose Mourinho is left having to watch two of his former teams go at one another in the UEFA Champions League knockout stage.

Juventus have only a few days to complete the domino they arranged with PSG and Chelsea involving Dusan Vlahovic and Romelu Lukaku.

Inter Player Ratings vs Porto: Lukaku Inspires off the Bench

February 22, 2023 Will Presnell Champions League, Inter, Player Ratings, Porto, Serie A, Serie A 2022-2023

Romelu Lukaku put in a strong showing off the bench, scoring a late game winner to lead Inter to victory over Porto. Despite a few subpar performances in the midfield, the Italians fought their way to a heated win in the first leg of the Champions League knockout round.

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