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UEFA and La Liga Presidents Bash Super League Trio: “They Lie More than Putin”

March 3, 2022 Akhil Fisher AC Milan, Arsenal, Atletico Madrid, Barcelona, Champions League, Inter Milan, Juventus, La Liga, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United, Premier League, Real Madrid, Serie A, Super League

La Liga president Javier Tebas along with UEFA chief Ceferin have lashed out at El Clasico rivals Barcelona and Real Madrid, and Italian giants Juventus, over a potential re-announcement of European Super League plans that took the footballing fraternity by storm a year ago in April 2021.

UEFA and CONMENBOL have made official the match between the Euro and the Copa America winners. Italy and Argentina will square off in London on June 1st.

Date and Location Set for Clash Between Italy and Argentina

December 15, 2021 Enrico Passarella Argentina, Copa America, European Championships 2020, Italian Football, Italy

UEFA and CONMENBOL have made official the match between the Euro and the Copa America winners that has been in the works for some time. Italy and Argentina will square off in London on June 1st. It will be called Finalissima and will be another occasion to honor the memory of Diego Armando Maradona.

Porto vs Milan Player Ratings: Rossoneri Struggle

October 19, 2021 Ashlee Kiddell AC Milan, Champions League, International Football, Italian Football, Player Ratings, Porto, Serie A

The Rossoneri struggled at the Estadio do Dragao on Tuesday night as they suffered a 1-0 defeat to FC Porto in matchday three of the UEFA Champions League. Milan had lost their opening two games in their return to Champions League football this season, against Liverpool and Atletico Madrid respectively, and they have now made that three defeats out of three.

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.

UEFA Cancels Super League-Related Proceedings against Juventus

September 28, 2021 Enrico Passarella Barcelona, Italian Football, Juventus, Real Madrid, Serie A

Juventus, Real Madrid, and Barcelona will not face punishment in the short term for being part of the Super League. UEFA announced yesterday to have nullified their inquiry and sanctions. The decision stems from an order of a Madrid court, which had imposed to cancel them.

Europa League Opener Witnesses Napoli and Leicester Ultras Clash in Major Brawl

September 17, 2021 Akhil Fisher Europa League, Leicester, Napoli

In the heat of moment, as Osimhen scored the leveler in the 87th minute, a set of Napoli fans in the away section clashed with police and home fans after trying to jump a formed barrier amid flared tempers.

Napoli to Request UEFA to Shift Venue for Leicester City Clash

September 9, 2021 Akhil Fisher Europa League, Leicester, Napoli

Imposed travel restrictions will likely have a major impact on Napoli’s preparations for the Europa League match as they currently possess four players as part of the UK's 26 country red-list.

Champions League Round 1 Preview For Italian Clubs

October 19, 2020 Michel Sakr Champions League, Italian Football, Serie A

This Tuesday, fans of European football will rejoice with the return of the UEFA Champions League. This season, the Serie A will be represented by Juventus, Inter, Atalanta, and Lazio. And Whilst these four teams endured a terrible weekend, where they all culminated a single point from their four encounters, they will be hoping to make up for it in round one of the Group Stage.

Nations League Round 4 Recap: Some Shocking Defeats to Report

October 15, 2020 Awais Khan Europa! Europa!, Italian Football, Nations League, Serie A, Serie A 2020-2021

Round 4 was exciting and surely a step up after the results witnessed three days prior. With two international games under their belts, the teams gave a better account of themselves, and there were far fewer chinks in the armors at the display. While France and Portugal reassured their positions with convincing victories, Spain and England lost to Ukraine and Denmark.

France Thank Mbappé for Croatia Win in Nations League

October 15, 2020 Luke Phelps Croatia, France, Nations League

France have leveled Portugal at the top of the Nations League group A with a 2-1 win over Croatia. The pair had met in the 2018 World Cup final in Russia and as it was that day, the French came out on top. Didier Deschamps had to rely on his 2018 heroes Antoine Griezmann and PSG star Kylian Mbappé to seal yet another victory against their old foes.

Italy – Netherlands Player Ratings: Barella Brilliance in Bergamo

October 14, 2020 Michel Sakr Italy, Nations League, Netherlands, Player Ratings

In Bergamo, Italy and the Netherlands gifted Poland the lead in Group A, as they played out a fair 1-1 draw. Lorenzo Pellegrini gave the Azzurri the lead in the 16th minute, but Donny Van De Beek replied with the equalizer for the visitors in the 25th minute. So here are the player ratings for Italy against the Netherlands, including a brilliant performance by Nicolo Barella.

A Combative Nations League Draw Between Italy and Netherlands

October 14, 2020 Awais Khan FIGC, Italy, Nations League, Netherlands

The Nations League Group A was in action with pole position on the line for three teams. It was Poland who took the spot and have a one-point advantage over Italy. The Polish side earned their billing after defeating 10-man Bosnia & Herzegovina, while the Azzurri played another draw in successive games. Roberto Mancini will have to return to the drawing board.

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