“The problem is that clubs load young players up with money before have taken off. At that point, once they have their cash, it’s normal that they...
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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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Mark ‘Attila’ Hateley: AC Milan’s derby day hero
Italian football can be an unforgiving world for British footballers. Its methodical practice, tactical rigours and conformist culture has alienated and unhinged some of Britain’s finest exports. Jimmy Greaves,...
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When Calcio Ruled the World: Jean-Pierre Papin
“With hindsight, I think I should never have left Milan because I could have given more to the team. Years later, I met Capello and he told me I...
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Mario Frick: Liechtenstein’s unsung hero
The year was 2001. Everybody in Italy was dancing to the rhythm of ‘La vie c’est fantastique’ (life is wonderful), one of the most iconic tracks of the italodance...
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The sad story of Francesco Bertolotti
“Life belongs to the living, and he who lives must be prepared for changes” – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe How does a quote from an 18th century German writer...
Read MoreClassic Calcio Kits: Chievo Verona 2001/02
Make: Joma Sponsor: Paluani Worn By: Simone Perrotta, Bernardo Corradi, Christian Manfredini, Eriberto & Massimo Marazzina This eye-catching shirt was the home kit of Serie A new boys Chievo...
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Analysing Juventus’ need to move on from the 3-5-2
It all started with an away game in Naples half a decade ago. Juventus travelled south to face Napoli on a chilly November night aiming to retain their unbeaten...
Read MoreClassic Match: Napoli vs. Lazio 1984/85
In February 1985 struggling Lazio made the trip south to face the Diego Maradona fanfare in Naples. I Biancocelesti had mustered a point the week before at home to Ascoli going...
Read MoreClassic Match: Juventus vs. Napoli 1997/98
Napoli travelled north to Turin back in March 1998 with the Partenopei desperately trying to hang on to their Serie A status, having won only two games and with...
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