Former Inter and Roma forward Antonio Cassano hit out at Simone Inzaghi, saying he lost two Serie A title to inferior teams. FantAntonio was speaking at a recent event in Catania, and was asked about the Nerazzurri’s title win. Despite Inter winning the Scudetto with over a month of the season left, Cassano took aim at Inzaghi, saying: “It’s strange how Inzaghi is hailed as a top-notch coach,” Cassano remarked. “In my view, he should be criticized for not winning a Scudetto, but more importantly, for losing two against teams far inferior.” Cassano also singled out Juve coach Max Allegri, sug ..read more

La Gazzetta dello Sport report that Genoa forward Albert Gudmundsson has given priority to joining Inter this summer. The Icelandic international has scored 16 goals in 34 appearances for the Rossoblù and looks certain to depart the club this summer, having generated interest from the Nerazzuri, Juventus and a number of Premier League sides. Gazzetta outline how Inter have had their eyes on the 26-year-old talent for some time, given his technique, physical strength, and versatility, making him a perfect fit for the ambitious project that will unfold on five fronts next season: Serie A, C ..read more

The ongoing tour de force for Roma continues with a date with their archrival Juventus, which have been treading water for weeks in search of the final push to clinch the Champions League qualification.   Serie A Week 34 – Sunday 05 May  2024 – Allianz Stadium | Preview by Enrico Passarella Roma Daniele De Rossi’s honeymoon phase is over, and other teams are no longer taken by surprise by their different playing style, but the horseshoe is still there and is helping them get results they probably didn’t totally deserve, like the draw with Napoli and the victory over Udinese. Fortune ..read more

Roma boss Daniele De Rossi says he has the utmost respect for Max Allegri, ahead of their match at the Stadio Olimpico on Sunday. A victory for the Bianconeri would secure them Champions League football, while a Roma win would put them within touching distance of securing a spot in the same competition. Speaking ahead of the match, De Rossi explained why Allegri is such an important figure to him, while also touching on their Europa League defeat to Bayer Leverkusen mid-week: “Today, we should analyze to evaluate the physical condition of the players because we have had some little problems ..read more

Juventus coach Max Allegri believes Daniele De Rossi has bought enthusiasm to Roma, ahead of their match at the Olimpico on Sunday. The Bianconeri head to the capital, knowing that a win will guarantee them a place in next seasons Champions League, while Roma are close to consolidating fifth place. Speaking ahead of the match, Allegri explained what he expects from the game. revealing that Kenan Yildiz will miss the encounter: “Let’s see if we can return to victory, especially away from home,” Allegri began. “Despite Thursday’s defeat, Roma is performing exceptionally well: it will be a fasci ..read more

Juventus will face a challenge from Liverpool in their bid to sign Atalanta midfielder Teun Koopmeiners this summer. The Dutchman has been decisive for La Dea this season, helping lead them to the semi-finals of the Europa League and the final of the Coppa Italia. Calciomercato report that the 26-year-old wants to end the season by lifting a trophy, whether it’s the Europa League, Coppa Italia, or both, and then bid farewell to Atalanta in the best possible way. With 11 goals in the league and 3 in the Coppa Italia, along with 6 decisive assists, Koopmeiners impacts the game as much as a ..read more

Former Milan coach Fabio Capello offered his opinions on the possible candidates to replace Stefano Pioli, suggesting Sergio Conceiçao ‘has what it takes.’ The Rossoneri look almost certain to part ways with Pioli at seasons end, and have been linked with Antonio Conte, Julen Lopetegui and, most recently, Porto boss Conceiçao. Speaking with La Gazzetta dello Sport (via CM), Capello weighed in on the potential appointment of the Portuguese tactician, explaining why he might be the right fit for Milan: “He knows Serie A due to his past as a player. He played and won with us, which can certainly ..read more

Roberto De Zerbi has distanced himself from links with Milan and Bayern Munich, insisting that he wants to remain with Brighton. The Premier League side have dropped to 12th in the table after a string of poor results, having managed just one win in their last nine matches. De Zerbi has a contract until 2026, but recent reports have linked him with the Milan bench, as well as the Bayern Munich role. Speaking with Sky Sports ahead of their match with Aston Villa, De Zerbi reiterared his desire to remain with the Seagulls, saying: “We need to find a balance between the heart and the mind. There ..read more

Bologna coach Thiago Motta says he is proud of his players performance in their 0-0 draw with Torino, and refused to be drawn on his future. The Rossoblu remain in fourth place in the Serie A standings following the result, knowing that they are very close to securing Champions League football for the next season. Speaking post-match, Motta touched on the performance and the inevitable questions about his future, having been linked with the Juventus job in recent months: “I couldn’t be prouder; I love these guys. Another fantastic display against a very tough team to face. We fought hard for ..read more

In the aftermath of their draw against Bologna, Torino coach Ivan Juric admitted that he made mistakes with his lineup. The encounter at the Olimpico Grande Torino Stadium ended in a goalless draw, marking the third consecutive stalemate for the home side. While Torino showcased defensive solidity, their struggles in finding the back of the net persisted. On the other hand, Bologna missed an opportunity, albeit temporary, to surpass Juventus in the standings. Speaking with Sky Sport Italia post-match, Juric, lamented his sides lack of cutting edge in attack: “We deserved the victory, but we c ..read more