Napoli and Genoa enjoy one of the strongest friendships in Serie A. When both sides meet the tifosi from both sides are known for their hospitality towards each other, however it all started with a one of the more murky affairs in Calcio history. It was 1982, and the 30th and final game of the season. Napoli needed a point to qualify for the UEFA Cup. Genoa were in serious danger of relegation as AC Milan were beating Cesena 3-2. [...]
Gazzetta dello Sport Milan, you are worthy of the Scudetto Allegri: ‘Not winning the title now would be suicide.’ Mazzarri’s side slide six points behind the Rossoneri Big blow from Udinese, as Napoli collapse Inter in freefall Lazio are to be feared Genoa stun Brescia Lecce in the last minute Juve, the Champions League is a mirage Corriere dello Sport Napoli knocked out, Milan party Turning point in the title race Allegri’s side open up six-point [...]
Serie A Weekly is proud to present another episode of this beautifully written feature from well known and respected journalist Giancarlo Rinaldi. As the league takes a break to allow the National teams a turn we do the same as we look into the not-so-distant but oh-so-glorious past. We also take a break from the romance of the fixture itself to bring you Giancarlo’s personal memories of this great game How lucky Luca shot down my World Cup fears Superstition and pessimism have [...]
Cesare Prandelli’s Italy side is somewhat odd. Gli Azzurri are historically known for defensive football, but the former Fiorentina tactician envisions his side playing a brand of attractive, smart passing play. On the basis of the game against Slovenia, Italy are on the right track to success although not quite there yet. A lack of a cutting edge and questions over one role in particular hinder this Italy side from reaching greatness, but three points on the night was fully [...]
Gazzetta dello Sport Inter, you’re unique Epic game at Munich: comeback and triumph. The Nerazzurri are through to the Quarter-Finals Mou calls Moratti to congratulate him. Editorial: Samuel, Lion of Italy Kaka to Milan: Here’s why it’s possible Abidal shock: Liver tumour will be operated on Corriere dello Sport Fairytale Inter Eto’o score, they go behind then Sneijder and Pandev turn it around Mazzarri marries Napoli: ‘There is full harmony’ Milan and Juve hunt talent [...]
There are no secrets. Palermo is in full-blown emergency mode and there does not seem to be an end in sight. After losses against Fiorentina, Bologna, Udinese and Lazio, the rosanero had a chance to turn the tide with a match against Genoa at the Luigi Ferraris. For the fifth consecutive game, however, Palermo came away with another loss. The Sicilian club has suffered a bit of an identity crisis lately. Over the past three games, Palermo has put a [...]
Gazzetta dello Sport Roma, what a folly The Coach [Ranieri] resigns A super Genoa comes back from 3-0 down to win 4-3 Montella close to Roma job Napoli soar, the party continues Juve suffer awful knock out, Buffon sent off and Lecce explode Stankovic: ‘The beautiful arrives now’ Robinho’s opener should have been disallowed for handball Milan pepper Chievo Pato subbed on and scores winner Corriere dello Sport Referees: Gift to Milan as well Robinho’s goal [...]
Gazzetta dello Sport Gigi and Krasic, this is Juve Van Bommel: “I’m talking with Milan” But Galliani brakes Zanetti record: “I’ll tell you all about my Inter” Bologna, another two points deducted Lavezzi: “Maradona told me that I can wear his No 10” Corriere dello Sport Juve through with Alex and Floro Flores arrives Inter, what an Eto’o with 21 Zamparini: “Amauri? If only…” Bari swoop: Here’s Rudolf from Genoa Milan have an idea: Sissoko [...]
Gazzetta dello Sport The C Factor - Cavani + Cambiasso Napoli stun Juve with three goals from El Matador Leo’s Inter win again Editorial: A Sunday worth 10 out of 10 Crazy Milan: Allegri’s side come back three times against Udinese Totti: Four minutes of sadness Corriere dello Sport Cavani Cyclone: Ciao Juve Sensational hat-trick Napoli go second, four points behind Milan Inter launch comeback Cambiasso turns it around against Catania Roma betrayed by Juan [...]
Gazzetta dello Sport Oh Juve, Giovinco does harm Inter Lions Fantasy Milan Quaglia crack, Toni arriving Roma go, but what mistakes Corriere dello Sport Here is Cassano: Milan fly Leonardo Inter joy Juve desperate: Now Toni Roma-Palermo-Bari: What wins Tuttosport Arriving Toni Serious injury to Quagliarella speeds up Juventus negotiations More Moments of madness from Felipe Melo intervention from club must be strong Cassano enters, Milan party Roma [...]
The Italian Football FanCast is the podcast for fans of Serie A and Calcio. On this edition of the Italian Football FanCast, we look back at Calcio during 2010, discussing our highs and lows. The goals of the year, quotes of the year and our team of the season so far. With 2011 underway and new beginnings for all we reminisce about some of the great debuts and grand entrances in Serie A. As a special request we want you [...]
Welcome back to Roma Review. I decided while we are tearing open gifts and look forward to the new year, time was right to recognize a player who has had a fantastic year in 2010. Jeremy Menez started the year a little rough, but has ended it as a key playmaker at the capital. Without Menez the Giallorossi would not be in fifth place, looking to reclaim a Champions League position. The Frenchman has not scored buckets of goals for [...]
