Serie A Archives - Page 632 of 676

The Calcio Parody: An Exclusive Interview with Zlatan Ibrahimovic

November 23, 2020 Michel Sakr AC Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, The Calcio Parody

The Cult of Calcio unproudly welcomes you to the sixth edition of its exclusively confusing special feature, otherwise known as The Calcio Parody. After covering the violent International break in our last episode, actual football is mercifully back to our screens, and we'd like to celebrate the occasion with an exclusive interview with the legendary Zlatan Ibrahimovic.

Cristiano Ronaldo was the subject of multiple transfer rumors regarding his alleged intention to leave Juventus, but his intentions seem to be clear now

Cristiano Ronaldo to Stay at Juve Until the End of His Contract

November 23, 2020 Matteo Carnevale Calciomercato, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Stickers Swapping, Transfer Market

Cristiano Ronaldo has been the subject of multiple transfer rumors this past summer regarding his alleged intention to leave Juventus before the end of his contract in 2022, but his intentions seem to be clear now. CR7 seems to have been favorably impressed by Andrea Pirlo's enthusiasm, as well as by his football credo and ideas. He has no intention to leave.

There were a reduced number of goals in Serie A Round 8, but the quality was still there, and here is our top-five pick from match-day eight

Top 5 Goals from Serie A Round 8: Mkhitaryan Continues Volley Run

November 23, 2020 Awais Khan AC Milan, Italian Football, Juventus, Roma, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Top 5, Udinese

The international fixtures for the 2020 calendar year came to an end in midweek, and Serie A returned for another exciting round. Both Milan and Sassuolo maintained their positions thanks to exciting goals from their attacking talismans. There were a reduced number of goals in Round 8. However, the quality was there, and here is our top-five pick from the latest match-day.

Napoli – Milan Player Ratings: Zlatan Strikes Again!

November 22, 2020 Enrico Passarella AC Milan, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021 2 comments

Milan ransacked Napoli in Serie A Round 8 to preserve their solitary lead in the table thanks to another brilliant performance by Zlatan Ibrahimovic, with Theo Hernandez and Ante Rebic also shining. Here are our player ratings for Sunday night's match at the San Paolo, with Milan players grabbing the lion's share and a few good performers for Napoli as well.

Milan really showed that they can be a serious Scudetto contender on Sunday night as they forced their way past Napoli at the San Paolo Stadium

Milan Plunder the San Paolo with Yet Another Ibrahimovic Double

November 22, 2020 Matteo Carnevale AC Milan, Italian Football, Napoli, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021 2 comments

A display of maturity: Milan showed that they can be a serious Scudetto contender on Sunday night as they forced their way past Napoli at the San Paolo Stadium. Zlatan Ibrahimovic paved the way for the Rossoneri's 6th win out of 8 games as he sealed a brace to bring his seasonal tally to 10 goals - answering to Cristiano Ronaldo who performed the same feat last night.

Sassuolo traveled to the home of the most astute defense: They had a stiff task on their hands against Verona but returned with reputation intact

Berardi and Boga Keep Leading Sassuolo March in Serie A

November 22, 2020 Awais Khan Hellas Verona, Italian Football, Sassuolo, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021 2 comments

In Serie A Round 8, Italian top flight’s top scorers Sassuolo traveled to the home of the most astute defense: The Neroverdi had a stiff task on their hands against Hellas Verona but returned with their reputation intact. Roberto De Zerbi’s men had the chance to take pole position at the Stadio Marc'Antonio Bentegodi, and they did not disappoint.

Lukaku Brace Helps Inter in Comeback Win Over Torino

November 22, 2020 Michel Sakr Inter, Inter Milan, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021, Torino 4 comments

At the Giuseppe Meazza Stadium in Milano, Inter Milan played host for the struggling Torino during an action-packed Sunday afternoon. The visitors had an unexpected 2-0 lead at the hour mark, but Inter were able to pull off an incredible comeback and earn a hard-fought 4-2 victory thanks to a Romelu Lukaku brace, as well as goals from Alexis Sanchez and Lautaro Martinez.

Three first-half goals saw Roma go ten games unbeaten in all competitions against Parma today, owing to yet another "masterclass" from Henrikh Mkhitaryan

Henrikh Mkhitaryan “Stunner” Seals Parma Win as Roma Go Third

November 22, 2020 Luke Phelps Italian Football, Parma, Roma, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021 2 comments

Three first-half goals saw Roma go ten games unbeaten in all competitions against Parma today, owing to yet another "masterclass" from Henrikh Mkhitaryan. Roma went into this one having not lost since September, looking for a fourth-straight win and to continue their ever-impressive run in this new 2020-21 Serie A season. With this win, they went up to 3rd in the table.

A great strike by Riccardo Improta allowed Benevento to returning to winning ways after five five matches Cesare Prandelli's return at Fiorentina

Riccardo Improta Spoils Cesare Prandelli’s Return at Fiorentina

November 22, 2020 Enrico Passarella Benevento, Fiorentina, Italian Football, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021 2 comments

All eyes were on Fiorentina in Sunday’s lunch match as Cesare Prandelli was making his second debut on the bench after 11 years, but it was instead Benevento that snapped out of their slump thanks to unlikely hero Riccardo Improta. Despite a new formation, the Gigliati were held back by the same lackadaisical pace that mired the Giuseppe Iachini era.

Juventus – Cagliari Player Ratings: Supreme Ronaldo!

November 21, 2020 Michel Sakr Cagliari, Italian Football, Juventus, Player Ratings, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021

At the Allianz stadium in Turin, Juventus welcomed Cagliari in Saturday's evening fixture. Andrea Pirlo's men dominated the encounter from start to finish, but once again had to rely on the excellence of Cristiano Ronaldo to unlock the Sardinian defenses, thanks to two brilliant finishes, earning his side a 2-0 victory. Here are our player ratings for tonight's clash.

Juventus won "Juventus-style" as they easily cruised past Cagliari in Serie A Round 8 thanks to a deadly one-two from their star Cristiano Ronaldo

Juventus Cruise Past Cagliari with Cristiano Ronaldo Brace

November 21, 2020 Matteo Carnevale Cagliari, Italian Football, Juventus, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021 3 comments

Juventus won "Juventus-style" for the first time this season as they easily cruised past Cagliari in Serie A Round 8 thanks to a deadly one-two from Cristiano Ronaldo. The Bianconeri took the lead in the 38th minute and doubled it four minutes later, then switched to autopilot for the remaining of the game as Eusebio Di Francesco's side vainly tried to reopen the game.

Tag: Serie A