Modern football and its many advances in tactical theory have gradually steered away from the norm. Managers are demanding more from every individual on the pitch; the penalty box...
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Tales from the Peninsula: Something surreal in San Siro
It’s 11 a.m. and I’m realising our early is Milan’s right on time. It’s the day of the Derby della Madonnina, and my dad and I have made an...
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Paolo Mantovani: Sampdoria and the unforgettable years
Paolo Mantovani didn’t fit the traditional mould for Italian football presidents. Self-effacing, quiet and open, he controlled Sampdoria with thought and love. His time in charge of the Blucerchiati...
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The brief brilliance of Marco Negri at Rangers
David Murray’s era as Glasgow Rangers chairman was an exciting one. It was a period of opulence and decadence that saw some of Europe’s best players step out in...
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Kit: Inter (Home) Season: 1997/98 Make: Umbro Sponsor: Pirelli Worn by: Ronaldo, Javier Zanetti, Youri Djorkaeff, Giuseppe Bergomi & Ivan Zamorano Exciting times lay ahead at the Giuseppe Meazza back in 1997 as Inter...
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Calciatori: Inter 1961/62
The 1961-62 season was Helenio Herrera’s second in charge of Inter Milan. One of the most innovative and inspirational coaches of his time was starting out on an exceptional...
Read MoreClassic Calcio Kits: AC Milan 2004/05
Shirt: AC Milan home Season: 2004-05 Make: Adidas Sponsor: Opel Worn by: Paolo Maldini, Alessandro Nesta, Andriy Shevchenko, Andrea Pirlo, Manuel Rui Costa This eye catching strip was launched in 2004 and would be...
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Analysing Inter’s coaching transition: From Frank De Boer to Stefano Pioli
Frank de Boer was sacked as head coach of Inter Milan following the team’s defeat to Sampdoria in October. This firing brought an abrupt end to De Boer’s reign,...
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Paolo Di Canio: Passion and conflict north of the border
A maverick. A free spirit. Someone who marches to the beat of their own drum. Depending on which way you look at it, such traits in a person can...
Read MoreClassic Match: Napoli vs. Roma 2007/08
After a two week hiatus for the international break, Serie A returns with the season’s first Derby del Sole as Roma travel to the Stadio San Paolo to face...
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