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MILAN TO PLAN JUVE UPSET

Posted on August 10, 2020 by index

AC Milan would be looking to upset Juventus as they did Lazio in the last fixture. They were the visitors but that did not reflect in their impressive performance against the second-placed team in the Italian topflight. They were dominate with 58% ball possession, more shots on target and a penalty.

The 3-0 win over Lazio means Juve became seven points clear at the top – effectively gifting them yet another title. The Old Lady remains every dominant. Lazio were expected to see off Milan, but they fumbled spectacularly at StadioOlimpico. Since the league restarted, AC Milan have been getting good results, defeating AS Roma 2-0 then forcing a draw against SPAL before the huge Lazio victory.
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LIVERPOOL TO AVOID ANOTHER ACQUILANI ERROR

Posted on May 21, 2020 by index

Premier League side Liverpool are hoping to avoid another Alberto Acquilani transfer error. The deal made the fans so hopeful of a top tier replacement following the exit of Xabi Alonso but the 17 million pounds deal ended poorly.

The current Liverpool squad is high performing, with a manager that supports the team and helps them succeed. There are reports that any of Sadio Mane, Mohammed Salah, etc could exit the squad soon. Well, Liverpool have historically struggled to land replacements usually until a few seasons and after several regrets. Acquilani’s case is one reminder.
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MAN UTD TRIGGER ONE YEAR EXTENSION FOR MATIC

Posted on March 19, 2020 by index

Manchester United have triggered a one-year extension on the contract of Nemanja Matic. Thé Serbia international’s contract runs out at the end of the season. He has some performance related clauses in his contract that allows the club to trigger a one year extension. The Serbian international has met the requirements and he has been offered another year on his current deal. He won’t be a free agent at Old Trafford at the end of the season.

The Serbian midfielder has gone from zero to hero with his recent displays for Manchester United. He was condemned to the bench in the early part of the season.
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RODRIGUEZ FINALISE DEAL TO LEAVE AC MILAN

Posted on January 26, 2020 by index

Switzerland international Ricardo Rodriguez is believed to have sealed his fate concerning a move from the San Siro. The defender put his house up for sale and is now waiting for the transfer window to open on New Year’s Day.

After spending much of the season out of favor with Pioli, the 27yearold decided to leave the Italian club to allow him have a chance to represent his country in next year’s Euros

Majority of national teams have made a habit of prioritizing active club involvement over status in choosing players to represent them at major tournaments. This has caused a lot of inactive bench warmers to consider all kinds of outlets to make sure they are in good shape once the time comes. Continue reading “RODRIGUEZ FINALISE DEAL TO LEAVE AC MILAN” →

FOR BIG TEAMS, MODERN FOOTBALL IS GETTING DEPRESSIVE

Posted on November 6, 2019 by index

The only thing constant in life is change yet no one likes change. Of course, people want their life to change for the better but are they willing to change their behaviours inorder to get that better life?

Also, except you are winning, much of life will suck but at least in one or two areas, things remain as they are and we don’t get to complain about them for if not anything, they serve as emotional runbacks. Something for the memory.

AC Milan used to colour Europe red and black. People loved and still reference the great days of Arrigo Sacchi, GenaroGattuso and Paolo Maldini.
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SERIE A 2019/2020 PREDICTIONS

Posted on September 28, 2019 by index

The new season has begun in Italy and we can say from the two matchdays so far that it will be one of the tightest campaigns. Perennial champions Juventus have strengthened remarkably well but Inter Milan have made the most radical changes and Napoli have a solid unit.

Previewing the favourites, it is natural to begin from the current champions Juventus, the battle-tested Turin club. Boasting of Cristiano Ronaldo it is not surprising that Juventus is the bookies favourite to retain the title for the ninth consecutive year.
Last season was a walk in the park for Juventus as they were able to wrap the league title as early as March with the gap built against the chasing pack.
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AC MILANAFTER SEVILLA MIDFIELDER

Posted on July 11, 2019 by index

Italian side AC Milan are reportedly after the transfer of Sevilla midfielder Ever Banega.

The Daily Mirror reports that the Milan have lined up Sevilla midfielder Ever Banega as a direct replacement for Chelsea loaneeTiemoueBakayoko. He is expected to return back to Chelsea after the Italian club decided against making his loan move permanent after falling out with former manager GennaroGattuso.
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Pep Guardiola dismisses the recent speculation linking him with Juventus

Posted on April 20, 2019 by index

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has dismissed the recent speculation which has linked him with a possible move to Juventus at the end of the season. The Catalan tactician has enjoyed good success with the Citizens with a Premier League title already in his bag but there have been suggestions that he could pursue a fresh challenge with Juventus in the summer.

However, speaking in a press conference, Guardiola has clarified that simply won’t be the case and he is prepared to honour his Citizens contract, which expires in the summer of 2021. He added that the social media has played its part in influencing the speculation and rest assured, he won’t leave the Citizens in the near future unless they dismiss him from the helm.
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Piatek Sets a Record for AC Milan

Posted on March 9, 2019 by index

Associazione Calcio Milan usually called as A.C. Milan or simply Milan, the professional football club in Milan, Italy, Milan’s 18th FIFA and UEFA trophies are the fourth highest out of any club along with a joint Boca Juniors, and the most out of an Italian football club. Recently, Piatek has set a record for Milan club; He has again termed the main man at this time, he scored a total of three points against Atlanta. After this, another big one was bagged with a score of six goals. He was the first one get that amongst entire club members, attracting great media attention. He retained the title of the highest goal scorer for a long point of time. Later Gunnar Nordahl reached his score of six goals and attained the title of all-time top scorer. Gunnar took the time frame of 410 minutes to take over Milan’s score. Piatek is enjoying 35m price till now.

After the record, Milan TV has admitted that Piatek is definitely the fastest player to reach this for AC Milan club. And he managed to do so within 310 minutes, within his first five games. Milan remains in 4th rank and has got a qualifying berth in the famous Champions League, Milan is ahead of Atlanta as well as Roma and Lazio, both of which have a game in their hand and a lead of four points.

Hakan scored the first goal of the match within 10 minutes. Piatek was heading from the 61st and got his first goal at half time stroke with an amazing side-foot volley. Pietek didn’t even require watching the goalmouth; he fronted the defender and Ricardo’s cross. Earlier Atlanta was in the lead when Freuler got off from Gianluigi. The new player is definitely is living up to the expectations for Milan.

GATTUSO HITS OUT AT TRANSFER SPECULATION

Posted on January 3, 2019 by index

AC Milan manager Gennaro Gattuso seemed to have been angered when he was asked if he would be forced to get rid of some of the club’s top players during the January window in order to generate some money for the club.

The manager hit out at the media following the speculations that have been suggesting the club will be forced to sell some of its best players in order to keep in check with the Financial Fair Play regulations.
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