Napoli’s downfall can be traced back to a single ill-advised certified email that set off a chain of events leading to the destruction of the club in less than a year. Club president Aurelio De Laurentiis made a decision to unilaterally extend coach Luciano Spalletti’s contract with no prior discussion, assuming it would serve as
Italian Serie A
Maurizio Sarri’s resignation as Lazio coach has sent shockwaves through the Serie A club. Stepping down from his role as head coach, Sarri has left a void that will now be filled by assistant Giovanni Martusciello. This decision comes on the heels of Lazio’s recent 2-1 defeat against Udinese, marking a period of instability for
Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis is facing potential repercussions from UEFA after an incident involving a cameraman. The altercation took place during an interview with Napoli forward Matteo Politano on the sidelines before their Champions League match against Barcelona. De Laurentiis disrupted the interview by rushing onto the field and shouting at Politano. He then
Lecce coach Roberto D’Aversa, in a surprising turn of events, was caught on camera appearing to head-butt Hellas Verona striker Thomas Henry during a heated confrontation. After the incident, D’Aversa attempted to explain his actions by stating that he did not want his players to face any potential bans before their upcoming match against Salernitana.
Alphonse Areola of West Ham was the standout goalkeeper of the last round, with a remarkable rating of 9.62. He made a total of nine saves, including a crucial penalty stop, in West Ham’s 3-1 victory over Everton. Areola’s performance between the posts was instrumental in securing the three points for his team. Niklas Sule
The summer transfer window may still be months away from opening in Europe, but the rumors and speculations are already swirling around in the football world. Sky Sports Deutschland has provided some insights into Bayern Munich’s efforts to strengthen their full-back positions. The Bavarian giants are closely monitoring Jeremie Frimpong from Bayer Leverkusen as a
Juventus manager Max Allegri expressed deep regret and sorrow for Paul Pogba after the French midfielder received a four-year ban for doping from Italian authorities. Allegri emphasized his sympathy for Pogba on both a personal and professional level. In a news conference before Juventus’ match against Napoli, Allegri confessed to reaching out to Pogba to
The financial landscape of European club football is a constantly evolving entity that requires a keen eye for detail in order to truly understand the nuances of revenue generation within the sport. UEFA’s recent release of their annual report for 2023 sheds light on the top-earning clubs in terms of replica kit sales, providing a
This past weekend in Serie A, football fans were treated to an exciting reunion as Zito Luvumbo and Victor Osimhen squared off once again. The match featured some stellar performances that left fans in awe. Osimhen’s impactful header and Luvumbo’s late, game-tying goal added some unexpected drama to Francesco Calzona’s debut as Napoli coach. In
In the most recent round of fixtures across Europe’s top five leagues, there were standout performances from various players in different positions. These top performers showcased their skills and abilities, helping their teams to secure crucial victories or earn valuable points. Marcin Bulka, the 24-year-old goalkeeper for Nice in Ligue 1, put on an impressive