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Arrigo Sacchi says that he would have ‘reacted in the same way’ as Ivan Juric, had one of his players acted as Ademola Lookman did during Atalanta’s 1-0 win over Marseille in the Champions League on Wednesday night.  Atalanta snatched all three points in controversial scenes after Lazar Samardzic scored from a 90th minute counter attack following Marseille appeals for …

Carlos Augusto’s thunderous strike against Kairat may have been worth far more than three points, it symbolised his resurgence at Inter and came just as the club reopened talks to extend his contract. After a few frustrating weeks watching from the bench, the Brazilian has reclaimed his place and confidence, rewarded for his professionalism and adaptability. Nerazzurri head coach Cristian …

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has explained one big thing going in his favour this season that wasn’t the case for him last term. When asked in his press conference today about Man Utd’s improved injury record so far in this campaign, Amorim made it clear that the key difference for his side now is the extra time off due …

One Leeds United player has been given some advice on his attitude after failing to make it to the national team squad once again. That player is 25-year-old winger Noah Okafor, who continues to be snubbed by Switzerland manager Murat Yakin despite being in the Premier League and having a decent impact at Elland Road. Okafor previously looked like an …

Liverpool look like they made a massive mistake in this summer’s transfer window when they decided to let Luis Diaz join Bayern Munich whilst spending huge sums on rebuilding their attack. The Reds were superb as they won the Premier League title last season, with Diaz playing a key part as he scored 13 league goals in 36 appearances. Surprisingly, …

Massimiliano Allegri and Milan are gearing up to take on Parma in Serie A on Saturday evening, and reports on Thursday claim that the Rossoneri will observe opposition centre-forward Mateo Pellegrino, who is of interest approaching the January transfer window.  Milan, who have most regularly lined up in a 3-5-2 under Allegri, are still evaluating their options at centre-forward. Santiago …

Raffaele Palladino is desperate to return to top-flight management sooner rather than later, but for now, the former Fiorentina coach will have to wait a little longer despite recent links with a return to his former club.  Palladino is keen to return to the dugout, but on his own terms, in the sense that there have been openings in recent …

Genoa have officially announced the appointment of Roma legend Daniele De Rossi as the club’s new head coach, in time for Sunday’s crucial relegation scrap against Fiorentina in Serie A.  Reports indicate that De Rossi has put pen to paper on an initial short-term contract until the end of the 2025-26 season with an option to extend in the event …

Fans and pundits alike have sided with Ademola Lookman after his argument on the touchline with Atalanta head coach Ivan Juric during their 1-0 victory over Marseille in the Champions League on Wednesday night.  Atalanta picked up their second Champions League victory of the season through a late, late Lazar Samardzic goal in the final minute of regular time at …

Liverpool could reportedly be set to miss out on the transfer of Bayern Munich centre-back Dayot Upamecano, whose agent is in a meeting with Real Madrid right now. That’s according to journalist Indy Kaila, who says the France international’s representatives are currently meeting with Real Madrid officials. This is despite Upamecano also being linked with Liverpool, as reported exclusively here …

Inter Milan are reportedly interested in signing Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa and there’s a belief they could get a deal done on the cheap. Konsa has been a key player for Villa in the last few years, and it’s also seen him break into the England squad. It could now earn him a big move to an elite European …

Olympique de Marseille sporting director Mehdi Benatia has claimed that his side were ‘robbed’ at the end of Wednesday night’s Champions League tie against Atalanta after referees failed to award a penalty against Dea midfielder Ederson in the dying minutes.  Atalanta jumped up to 16th place in the Champions League standings thanks to their 1-0 victory away against Marseille on …

Arrigo Sacchi believes that Inter should shift their focus to Serie A after drawing level with Bayern Munich and Arsenal at the top of the Champions League standings on Wednesday night, and has spotted one minor issue that Cristian Chivu needs to fix: ‘A bit more attention is needed’.  Inter maintained their 100% win record in the Champions League with …

Following his man of the match performance for Newcastle in the Champions League on Wednesday night, Italy international Sandro Tonali has said that he is ‘happy’ in the North East of England, but refused to commit his long-term future to the Magpies: ‘I don’t want to say I want to stay here for 10 years and then go in two …

Daniele Galloppa will lead Fiorentina into their Conference League tie away against Mainz on Thursday evening, following the sacking of head coach Stefano Pioli earlier this week.  Pioli was dismissed as head coach of Fiorentina on Tuesday after a run of 10 matches without a win at the start of the Serie A season.  Galloppa will be in charge on …