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Gattuso: ‘Napoli really risked the drop’
Gattuso: ‘Napoli really risked the drop’
Gennaro Gattuso insists he really feared Napoli were at risk of relegation when he took over from Carlo Ancelotti. “We’re on the right track, but mustn’t be so superficial.” There was the risk the Partenopei would be distracted between a Champions League clash with Barcelona and Coppa Italia semi-final against Inter, but they dominated a […]
Coppa: Juve-Milan open to some fans
Coppa: Juve-Milan open to some fans
As expected, the Coppa Italia semi-final between Juventus and Milan will be open to fans, except those from Coronavirus hotspots Lombardy, Veneto and Emilia-Romagna. It had been rumoured throughout the day and confirmed by news agency Ansa this evening. The first leg ended 1-1 at San Siro and the decider is at the Allianz Juventus […]
Minister reacts to ‘new Calciopoli’ claims
Minister reacts to ‘new Calciopoli’ claims
Minister for Sport Vincenzo Spadafora hit out at “unacceptable” suggestions some clubs were favoured by Serie A postponements due to the Coronavirus outbreak, as Inter ultras complain of “a new Calciopoli.” There were five Serie A fixtures this weekend that were meant to be played behind closed doors, as they are in the regions most […]
Napoli: ‘We’re talking to Mertens’
Napoli: ‘We’re talking to Mertens’
Napoli director Cristiano Giuntoli discussed Gennaro Gattuso’s future and the Dries Mertens contract talks. “Whatever decision he makes is fine.” The game with Torino kicks off at 19.45 GMT, click here for the line-ups and LIVEBLOG. This Serie A fixture comes after a Champions League 1-1 draw with Barcelona and with the Coppa Italia semi-final […]
HT: Napoli take control of Torino
HT: Napoli take control of Torino
Napoli have dominated the first half against Torino, although they only lead 1-0 thanks to a Kostas Manolas header on Lorenzo Insigne’s free kick. Follow all the action as it happens and give your views on the LIVEBLOG. The Partenopei had to focus just days after a 1-1 Champions League draw with Barcelona here, with […]
Izzo: ‘Torino getting to know Longo’
Izzo: ‘Torino getting to know Longo’
Torino defender Armando Izzo maintains the cancellations were an advantage for new coach Moreno Longo and he’s putting Lorenzo Insigne’s friendship aside for 90 minutes. It kicks off at 19.45 GMT, click here for the line-ups and LIVEBLOG. “The fact that last week’s game was called off is an advantage for us, as we focused […]
Over 1,000 Coronavirus cases in Italy
Over 1,000 Coronavirus cases in Italy
There are now 1,049 positive Coronavirus cases in Italy, with the death toll climbing to 29, as the lockdown in Lombardy, Veneto and Emilia-Romagna is extended by another seven days. The latest update was provided in a press conference by the Italian Government. It took the statistics to 1,128 who have tested positive, of which […]
Juve-Milan only for local fans?
Juve-Milan only for local fans?
There are reports the Coppa Italia semi-final between Juventus and Milan on Wednesday will be open only to fans from Piedmont and not Lombardy due to the Coronavirus outbreak, as more confusion takes hold. The decision is in the air after this weekend’s five Serie A fixtures were postponed to May 13 – including Juventus-Inter […]
Liveblog: Lazio-Bologna, Napoli-Torino
Liveblog: Lazio-Bologna, Napoli-Torino
Join us for the build-up and action as it happens from today’s two Serie A games, as Lazio could go top against Bologna and Napoli host Torino. If you are on a mobile device or tablet, then follow the Liveblog HERE. We begin at 14.00 GMT at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome, one of the […]
Moratti: ‘Juve-Inter a Scudetto final!’
Moratti: ‘Juve-Inter a Scudetto final!’
Former Inter President Massimo Moratti is excited about the Juventus clash being moved to May 13. “Now we hope it’ll be a Scudetto Final.” The Derby d’Italia was meant to be played on Sunday behind closed doors due to the Coronavirus outbreak, but it was announced this morning that it had been postponed to May […]