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Inter will have to continue navigating a suboptimal financial situation next summer, but Simone Inzaghi wishes to still find a way to bolster the squad.

Simone Inzaghi Assesses Inter Chances of Lifting Champions League Trophy

December 29, 2024 Marko Vrakela Champions League, Inter, Inter Milan, Serie A, Serie A 2024-2025

Inter boss Simone Inzaghi reviewed his side's performance in Saturday's dominant 3-0 league victory against bottom-half Cagliari. During his post-match chat with DAZN via Calciomercato, the Scudetto-winning manager assessed Nerazzurri's chances of ascending the UEFA Champions League throne.

Simone Inzaghi has been occasionally linked to a move to the Premier League, but his journey on the Inter bench isn't close to its end.

Inter Player Ratings vs Bayer Leverkusen: Toothless Nerazzurri Stunned Late

December 10, 2024 Marko Vrakela Bayer Leverkusen, Champions League, Inter, Inter Milan, International Football, Player Ratings, Serie A

Bayer Leverkusen knocked Inter down from a 13-game unbeaten streak, netting a last-gasp winner to claim a 1-0 victory at the BayArena. It was Inter's first defeat in this season's UEFA Champions League, complicating Simone Inzaghi's bid to lead the Nerazzurri to automatic knockout qualification.

Allianz Stadium forms the backdrop for a mouth-watering UEFA Champions League meeting between Juventus and Manchester City

UEFA Champions League Preview: Juventus vs Manchester City – Team News, Line-ups & Prediction

December 10, 2024 Marko Vrakela Champions League, International Football, Juventus, Manchester City, Premier League, Serie A

Allianz Stadium forms the backdrop for a mouth-watering UEFA Champions League meeting between Juventus and Manchester City. With stakes at an all-time high for both sides ahead of Wednesday night's kick-off, a loss for either team would likely mean the end of their hopes of securing automatic knockout qualification.

One of the most highly anticipated fixtures in the 2024//25 UEFA Champions League calendar pits Bayer Leverkusen and Inter against each other on Tuesday

UEFA Champions League Preview: Bayer Leverkusen vs Inter – Team News, Line-ups & Prediction

December 10, 2024 Marko Vrakela Bayer Leverkusen, Champions League, Inter, Inter Milan, International Football, Serie A

One of the most highly anticipated fixtures in the 2024//25 UEFA Champions League calendar pits Bayer Leverkusen and Inter against each other on Tuesday night. BayArena sets the stage for a heavyweight clash between reigning Bundesliga and Serie A champions, with the automatic qualification spot on the line.

Gewiss Stadium forms the backdrop as Atalanta and Real Madrid go head-to-head in a mouth-watering UEFA Champions League contest

UEFA Champions League Preview: Atalanta vs Real Madrid – Team News, Line-ups & Prediction

December 9, 2024 Marko Vrakela Atalanta, Champions League, International Football, Real Madrid, Serie A

Gewiss Stadium forms the backdrop for one of the standout fixtures of UEFA Champions League Matchday 6 as Atalanta and Real Madrid go head-to-head in a mouth-watering contest. Plenty is at stake, considering both teams desperately need three points to consolidate their hopes of securing automatic knockout qualification

Atalanta boss Gian Piero Gasperini took a big-picture approach, raising doubts about the strategy of the club commenting Sunday’s defeat against Inter.

Real Madrid Handed Triple Injury Boost Ahead of Atalanta Clash

December 8, 2024 Marko Vrakela Atalanta, Champions League, Real Madrid, Serie A

One of the standout fixtures of the UEFA Champions League Round 6 pits Atalanta and Real Madrid against each other in Bergamo. Gian Piero Gasperini's men head into Tuesday's proceedings in a buoyant mood after a 2-1 home triumph against Milan on Friday extended their remarkable winning run in all competitions to nine matches.

Vincenzo Italiano Blasts Self-Destructive Bologna After Another European Fiasco

November 28, 2024 Marko Vrakela Bologna, Champions League, Serie A

Bologna manager Vincenzo Italiano delivered his verdict on a fateful 2-1 home defeat to Lille in Wednesday's UEFA Champions League clash. During his post-game interview via Sky Sports, Italiano admitted Bologna's wastefulness in the final third accelerated their downfall at Stadio Renato Dall'Ara.

UEFA Champions League Preview: Aston Villa vs Juventus: Team News, Line-ups & Prediction

November 25, 2024 Marko Vrakela Aston Villa, Champions League, International Football, Italian Football, Juventus, Premier League, Serie A

Juventus return to European football after laboring to a tepid 0-0 draw against bitter rivals Milan on Saturday. Thiago Motta's men head to Villa Park to encounter UEFA Champions League debutants Aston Villa on Wednesday night.

Milan Player Ratings vs Real Madrid: French Trio Excels

November 5, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Champions League, Player Ratings, Real Madrid, Serie A

Milan defied the odds and history to beat reigning UEFA Champions League holders Real Madrid 3-1 in a stunning game at Santiago Bernabeu. Paulo Fonseca's side headed into proceedings as outsiders but outperformed all expectations to take home three precious points.

UEFA Champions League Preview: Inter vs Arsenal – Team News, Line-ups & Prediction

November 5, 2024 Marko Vrakela Arsenal, Champions League, Inter, Inter Milan, Serie A

Two unbeaten UEFA Champions League records are on the line as Inter and Arsenal go head-to-head in a heavyweight clash on Wednesday. Stadio Giuseppe Meazza forms the backdrop for the first European meeting between the two European powerhouses in over two decades.

UEFA Champions League Preview: Real Madrid vs Milan – Team News, Line-ups & Prediction

November 4, 2024 Marko Vrakela AC Milan, Champions League, International Football, Serie A

The most exciting UEFA Champions League match-up on paper pits Real Madrid and Milan against each other at Estadio Santiago Bernabeu. Tuesday's clash in the Spanish capital brings together the record 15-time European champions and the seven-time winners, second only to Los Blancos in the all-time tally.

Atalanta vs Arsenal 0-0: La Dea Denied by Raya Magic

September 19, 2024 Davide Kociu Arsenal, Atalanta, Champions League, European Cups, International Football

Atalanta started their Champions League journey in the refurbished Gewiss Stadium this evening against Arsenal. With a missed penalty and a tinge of regret, La Dea get a point on the board

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