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Monday, February 28, 2005

Serie A round-up: Clubs target transfers

Co-leaders Juventus and Milan are planning ahead to attract big names this summer with some moves are already agreed... Mancini insists Scudetto is not too far to get after derby loss... Nedved stays in hospital heightening fears he might miss Serie A decisive clash against AS Roma next weekend.

Moggi: The Scudetto Will Be Decided In The Direct Encounter

The Bianconeri’s General Manager predicts that the league will be won or lost in the direct clash against the Rossoneri.

More Problems For Fiorentina: Bojinov Out For A Month

The Viola’s situation is becoming more desperate as they will have to play without the Bulgarian player for the next month.

Capello: Juventus now regaining confidence

Juve coach Fabio Capello said: "I had already seen a good Juve performance in Madrid and we are now confident of our own potential again."

Parma's Gilardino agrees personal terms with AC Milan??

The Italy international is said to have verbally accepted terms on a five-year contract after his agent met with Milan chief Ariedo Braida last week.

Ancelotti: AC Milan deserved derby win for risks

Read also AC Milan match winner Kaka: I deserved some luck!

Real target for Trez

David Trezeguet is aiming to be fit in time for Juventus' UEFA Champions League second leg tie with Real Madrid.

'Bored' Berlusconi Unhappy Despite Win

The late derby win over city rivals Inter was not enough to make Italian prime minister and AC Milan chairman Silvio Berlusconi smile.

Ancelotti: We earned our luck

Mancini has no regrets

Sunday, February 27, 2005

AC Milan downs Inter Milan 1-0, ties Juventus atop Serie A

Defending champion AC Milan ended Inter Milan's 25-match unbeaten streak and possibly its derby rival's title hopes in a 1-0 victory at San Siro stadium on Sunday.

Stan doesn't fear the Diavolo

Dejan Stankovic maintains that Inter are the favourites to take Sunday’s 259th Derby di Milano, though he was impressed with the Rossoneri's European performance.

Ancelotti: Let's finish Inter

Carlo Ancelotti has announced an all-attack approach for Sunday’s Derby di Milano and aims to end Inter’s Scudetto hopes once and for all.

Serie A Scoring Leaders

Crespo: No problem scoring against Inter Milan

AC Milan striker Hernan Crespo says he'll have no problems scoring against former club Inter in tonight's big derby.

Serie A round-up

Udinese rescued a point to keep their UEFA Champions League hopes alive, as they came from two down to record a 2-2 draw with Fiorentina.

Saturday, February 26, 2005

Lazio confident keeping off contract stars

Lazio director general Gabriele Martino says the club is confident of securing its out-of-contract stars to new deals.

Zeman: Juve ruined football

Zdenek Zeman has launched another blistering tirade at Juventus after the doping trial judges gave details of their conclusions.

Adriano set for derby axe

Inter boss Roberto Mancini is considering relegating star striker Adriano to the bench for Sunday’s derby against Milan.

Friday, February 25, 2005

Italy preview

Four days after excellent Champions League results for Inter and Milan, the city rivals go head-to-head in the 260th 'Derby della Madonnina' on Sunday night.

Seedorf: We're Ready For The Derby!

Optimistic Stankovic Looking For First Derby Win

Ancelotti targets Inter

After their UEFA Champions League heroics against Manchester United on Wednesday, Milan now have their sights set on arch-rivals Internazionale.

Moratti: Inter have nothing to lose in Milan derby

Inter Milan supremo Massimo Moratti says coach Roberto Mancini's team has "nothing to lose" ahead of this weekend's massive Milan derby.

Thursday, February 24, 2005

Dida’s Heir Joins Chievo

Julio Cesar has been officially presented by Chievo Verona on Thursday morning.

Gattuso praises Milan

Gennaro Gattuso believes Milan showed their strength of character on Wednesday evening in beating Manchester United at Old Trafford.

Toldo accepts Porto blunder

The Nerazzurri were looking good for a win in Portugal, before Toldo missed a Nuno Valente cross and Ricardo Costa fired in.

Juventus confident of seeing off Roma for Parma's Bovo

Juve coach Fabio Capello has identified the Italy U21 international as a top target for the summer market and has instructed director general Luciano Moggi to do what he can to bring the player to Turin.

Lazio Keeper Hands In Ultimatum

Lazio keeper Matteo Sereni wants a starting role at the struggling club or he will leave.

Blasi: We’re Not Real, But…

The Juventus midfielder is confident that the Bianconeri can get back on track, both in Serie A and in the Champions League.

Moratti: We Always Lack Something

Inter’s Patron was disappointed by his team’s umpteenth draw of the season on Wednesday night at Oporto.

Mascherano snubs Italian job

Italian clubs keen on netting Javier Alejandro Mascherano have been beaten to his signature by Corinthians.

Kapo sets himself Real goal

Juventus’ Olivier Kapo hopes to face Real Madrid in a fortnight after recovering from a thigh injury.

Maldini joy at win

Paolo Maldini felt Milan deserved to edge their UEFA Champions League tussle with Manchester United.

Nedved injury not serious

Juventus coach Fabio Capello believes that the injury which forced Pavel Nedved out of last night's Champions League tie with Real Madrid, is not that serious.

Wednesday, February 23, 2005

Serie A Review: Round 25

This past weekend might become a milestone for the remaining part of the season as Milan have managed to climb back to first place (along with Juventus) five and a half months after being there last.

Stam snubbed Real switch

Milan stopper Jaap Stam has revealed that he has twice rejected moves to Real Madrid.

Bovo in good Kompany

Cesare Bovo and Vincent Kompany are the latest youngsters to be associated with Italian giants Juventus.

Livorno president insists Cassano not part of Mutu's Roma deal

Livorno president Aldo Spinelli has created a storm after a press interview on Sunday revealing that Roma were on the verge of signing Juventus star Adrian Mutu for next season.

Montella And Roma Searching For Agreement

AS Roma and their super striker Vincenzo Montella are currently in talks for a contract extension.

Tuesday, February 22, 2005

Kaka: I'll do the Double

Kaka is fired up for the next three days of crunch matches and pledged to score against both Manchester United and Inter.

Thanks, But Not Thanks Mancio-Totti

Roma superstar Francesco Totti publicly thanked Inter coach Roberto Mancini, who yesterday said if he had to choose a player to sign, it would have to be the Giallorosso skipper.

Chelsea ready to offer Inter Milan's Davids �3.5M-a-year

Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich is ready to accept a straight swap offer from Inter Milan of Edgar Davids for Argentine ace Juan Sebastian Veron.

Monday, February 21, 2005

Sheva surgery a success

Andrei Shevchenko's surgery on his facial injury was a success with Milan hoping their star striker will be able to figure in the UEFA Champions League second leg with Manchester United.

Ancelotti Wants To See More Character

A determined Carlo Ancelotti spoke about Wednesday’s Champions League encounter between Milan and Manchester United.

Mancio dreams of Totti

Inter boss Roberto Mancini has invited his club to make a summer bid for Roma’s Francesco Totti.

Shevchenko could have died

Milan have revealed that Andriy Shevchenko was lucky not to be fighting for his life after picking up a head injury on Saturday.

Papa sees 'real' Lazio side

Giuseppe Papadopulo says he’ll finally be able to field his preferred Lazio line-up against fellow mid-table strugglers Chievo.

Del Neri sticks by Euro dreams

Luigi Del Neri maintains Roma can still capture a Champions’ League spot as they prepare to face Livorno with a goalkeeping quandary.

Barca renew Dacourt bid

Roma are at the centre of transfer gossip with Olivier Dacourt attracting international interest and the club seeking Emmanuel Adebayor.

Roma chiefs discuss summer transfer targets

AS Roma chiefs spent last week discussing transfer targets for the summer market.

Capello would love Real Madrid's Raul at Juventus

Juventus coach Fabio Capello has admitted he'd love to sign Real Madrid captain Raul.

Serie A: Post-Match Comments

Zlatan enjoying the high life

Juventus striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic is not a man who is easily overawed, but he admits the idea of taking to the field at Real Madrid's Santiago Bernabeu stadium on Tuesday night sends a shiver down his Swedish spine.

Real Trez blow for Juve

Juventus will be without David Trezeguet for Tuesday night's game with Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League.

Sunday, February 20, 2005

Serie A Scoring Leaders

Serie A Sunday Wrap: Seeing Red In Verona On An Otherwise Homely Day

This afternoon, tempers flared, as the season comes down to the final stretch. Roma won handily versus visiting Livorno at the Stadio Olimpico, 3-0. Serie A leading goal scorer Vincenzo Montella got his eighteenth goal of the season 8th minute. Simone Perrotta added the second in the 70th, and captain Francesco Totti finished off Livorno in the 86th.

Baldini hints at Roma split

Director of Sport Franco Baldini admits he could not see his contract renewed, while Roma register for the Intertoto Cup.

Ronaldo plots Inter comeback?

Brazilian newspapers suggest Ronaldo’s difficult attitude is part of a plan to free himself from Real Madrid for a return to Inter.

Serie A Saturday Wrap: Milan Reach Juve At The Top

A 92nd minute goal by Serginho helped the Rossoneri move to the top of Serie A along with the Bianconeri who were held to a disappointing goalless draw at Messina.

Sheva out of United clash

Andrei Shevchenko has been ruled out of Milan's crucial UEFA Champions League clash with Manchester United next Wednesday.

Saturday, February 19, 2005

Serie A round-up

A sensational, yet controversial, goal from Brazilian Serginho in the final minute sent Milan to the top of Serie A.

Mes 0-0 Juv: Sicilian stalemate for Juve

Capello: We're unlucky

Ancelotti: Rooney can be great

Milan boss Carlo Ancelotti has insisted that Manchester United's Wayne Rooney can become a world great - ahead of the two sides' clash in the UEFA Champions League.

Juventus move quickly to contact Dortmund's Rosicky

Dortmund have announced they're on the brink of bankruptcy and must sell their big names to keep the club afloat.

Friday, February 18, 2005

Figo doesn't fear Juve

Luis Figo missed a penalty in their Champions’ League defeat to Juventus in 2003, but claims Real Madrid are the favourites to go through this time.

Milan welcome back Pirlo

Andrea Pirlo is back in the squad for Saturday’s clash with Cagliari and Carlo Ancelotti hints at a starting spot for the midfielder.

Sheva not keen on Chelsea

Ukrainian striker Andrei Shevchenko has reiterated his loyalty to AC Milan.

Mido And Roma – What Went Wrong?

When Egyptian striker Mido left Italian side AS Roma on loan to Tottenham in the last week of the January transfer window, it ended a disastrous few months for the talented footballer.

Trez and Nedved sidelined

Leaders Juventus will face Messina on Saturday without both David Trezeguet and Pavel Nedved.

Serie A Preview: Round 25

Meghni Worth 7.5 Million, Say Bologna

Bologna have told the clubs chasing Mourad Meghni that the player will cost 7.5 million.

Montella makes Roma pledge

Serie A top scorer Vincenzo Montella is ready to sign a contract extension with Roma.

Thursday, February 17, 2005

Chivu Back For Good This Time?

Christian Chivu played his first match for AS Roma after a strenuous four month injury layoff that greatly hindered the Giallorossi’s league campaign.

Totti Wedding Date Announced

AS Roma star Francesco Totti will get married this summer.

Inter For Life-Adriano

Inter's Brazilian superstar Adriano announced he intends to remain with the Nerazzurri for the rest of his career.

Italian trio in the money

Milan, Juventus and Inter are among the 10 richest clubs in the world, according to a new report.

Inter’s Moratti Celebrates Bittersweet 10th Year Anniversary

Despite all the money spent, Inter have only won one trophy in the past ten years

Fiorentina approach AC Milan for Ambrosini

Fiorentina have made a tentative enquiry after AC Milan midfielder Massimo Ambrosini this week.

Inter through to Coppa last four

Inter Milan eased into the semi-finals of the Italian Cup on Wednesday, beating Atalanta 3-0 to secure a 4-0 aggregate win. Serie A's bottom side beat Juventus in the last round, but struggled to trouble the nerazzurri at the San Siro.

Juventus ace Nedved closer to retirement

Juventus star Pavel Nedved could hang up his boots after next year's World Cup.

Inter Milan strike deal for Benfica defender Luisao

After weeks of talks, it was settled on Tuesday night that the Brazil international will move to the San Siro at the end of this season. Benfica will receive cash, plus midfielder Giorgis Karagounis, who has given a tentative nod to the deal, in exchange.

Coppa: Inter cruise into Semis

The Nerazzurri swept past sorry Atalanta to reach the final four of the Coppa Italia thanks to a 4-0 aggregate scoreline.

Milan rule out move for Ronaldinho

Milan vice-president Adriano Galliani has ruled out any possibility of bringing Barcelona superstar Ronaldinho to Italy.

Wednesday, February 16, 2005

Unsatisfied Adriano Eyeing Real Move?

Massimo Moratti and Florentino Perez discussed a possible move during Monday’s Ronaldo wedding celebrations.

Serie A Round 24: The Best Eleven?

Serie A team of the week for the twenty fourth round of matches.

Tuesday, February 15, 2005

Toni targets double record

Palermo striker Luca Toni admits he’s hoping to break two scoring records before the end of the season.

Bologna suffer new injury woe

The Rossoblu’s injury crisis deepens further with the news that Christian Amoroso is out for a month, while Carlo Mazzone hits out at agents.

Mexes to learn his fate

The Court of Arbitration for sport will inform Philippe Mexes on Wednesday if he can continue playing for Roma after completing an investigation of his transfer from Auxerre.

Lazio’s Giannichedda Heading Towards Inter?

The Biancoceleste midfielder’s contract expires in June and the Nerazzurri appear to have an advantage over Juve and Fiorentina in the race for the Italian player.

Sheva Defends Reggio Calabria’s Performance

Milan did not shine against Reggina on Sunday night, but according to the Ukrainian forward, the three points are the only thing that matters at the end of the day.

Atalanta suffer Taibi blow

Relegation threatened Atalanta will be without first choice ‘keeper Massimo Taibi for at least a month.The former Manchester United and Milan man picked up a thigh injury in Saturday’s 2-1 loss at Lazio.

Milan want Pirlo alternative

Milan will use the summer transfer window to find a backup for key man Andrea Pirlo.

Pelizzoli England bound?

Italian goalkeeper Ivan Pelizzoli could be heading to The Premiership in the summer.

Injured Nedved in fitness battle

Pavel Nedved is in a race against time to prove his fitness ahead of the Champions’ League clash against Real Madrid.

De Sanctis keen on Roma

Morgan De Sanctis is delighted by rumours that Roma want him – but insists Udinese will decide his future.

Duo could leave Roma

Roma may be pressed into reshuffling their rearguard in the summer due to doubts about the futures of two defenders.

Figo: Real have one option

Luis Figo admits Real Madrid only have one option ahead of their massive UEFA Champions League tie with Juventus.

San Siro to get makeover

AC Milan and FC Internazionale Milano have announced plans to improve and modernise the San Siro, or Stadio Giuseppe Meazza, and its surrounding area.

Del Piero: I'll complain to Juventus coach Capello directly

Juventus captain Alessandro del Piero insists if he has a problem with coach Fabio Capello he will "tell him to his face".

Monday, February 14, 2005

Kaladze in Chelsea link?

Milan are reportedly ready to offer Kakha Kaladze as a makeweight in their efforts to sign Hernan Crespo from Chelsea on a permanent basis.

Capello sees Cassano future

Juventus boss Fabio Capello has no doubts that Antonio Cassano is the future of Italian football.

Miccoli shuts Juventus door

Fiorentina ace Fabrizio Miccoli has ruled out a return to Juventus at the end of this season.

Serie A Review: Round 24

Nothing has changed at the top of Serie A as the three main title contenders all won, with difficulty, their respective encounters. At the other end of the table, Lazio and Fiorentina won precious points in their bid to remain in Serie A.

Home of Juventus star Emerson hit by Molotov cocktail

The family home of Juventus midfielder Emerson was the subject of a Molotov cocktail attack over the weekend.In recent months, Emerson's villa has been the subject of vandalism since his controversial move to Juventus from AS Roma.

Atletico Madrid brace for AC Milan Torres assault

Atletico Madrid are bracing themselves for a summer assault from AC Milan for their captain, Fernando Torres.

Pirlo Irreplaceable - Galliani

Milan vice-president Adriano Galliani has heaped praise on Andrea Pirlo.

Capello's Say On Del Piero, Totti, And Milan...

Fabio Capello spoke about a variety of issues in an interview with an Italian radio program ‘Radio Anch’ Io Sport’, held on Monday morning.

Zoff Has Only Good Thoughts After First Win

Dino Zoff was finally able to celebrate his first win since he took over struggling Fiorentina on Sunday afternoon.

Sunday, February 13, 2005

Reggina 0 - 1 Milan

A comical own goal has given Milan a hard-fought victory at the Stadio Granillo and keeps the gap at two points.

Serie A Wrap: Juve Bounce Back

The Bianconeri got back on the winning track as they defeated Udinese 2-1 at the Delle Alpi of Turin.

Zoff buries Viola rage

Dino Zoff sparked a scandal when he claimed referees were persecuting Fiorentina, but has changed his tune ahead of a crunch match with Parma.

Totti in new Roma pledge

Francesco Totti has reiterated his desire to stay at Roma despite intense speculation over his future.

Mazzarri plans Milan shock

Reggina have already tripped up Juve and Roma on home turf this season and Coach Walter Mazzarri admits he expects the same for Milan.

Capello stays practical

Juventus have lost their last two games and spent the week debating how to win back their smiles, but Fabio Capello remains the eternal pragmatist.

AC Milan's Stam: I don't need Man Utd revenge

AC Milan defender Jaap Stam insists he isn't looking for revenge over former club Manchester United when they clash in the Champions League later this month.

Juventus trail Marseille starlet Nasri

The French U17 international has already been given his senior debut by Marseille coach Philippe Troussier this season and is being likened to Zinedine Zidane.

Del Neri maintains Euro hopes

Gigi Del Neri insists Roma are not out of the chase for the Champions’ League places despite their defeat at the San Siro.

Saturday, February 12, 2005

Mancio still respects Roma

Roberto Mancini and goal hero Sinisa Mihajlovic praised the overall team performance after a crucial 2-0 victory over Roma.

Lazio 2 - 1 Atalanta

Fabio Liverani's last-gasp strike has given Lazio their first win since January 9 with a comeback against Atalanta.

Inter 2 - 0 Roma

Two Sinisa Mihajlovic free kicks proved enough as Inter beat Roma and stake their claim on the fourth Champions' League spot.

Juve performance improves

Juventus more than halved their net loss to €9.8m in the first half of 2004/2005 from €22.5m, it said on Friday.

Pancaro: 'Inter are out of title race'

Milan's Giuseppe Pancaro has written off the chances of San Siro rivals Inter making a bid for the scudetto. Inter are undefeated 23 games into the season, igniting talk of a title tilt despite currently lying nine points behind the second-placed rossoneri and a further two adrift of leaders Juve.

Palermo to snub mega offers

Palermo sporting director Rino Foschi insists the club have no plans to sell their best players in the summer.

Del Neri bets on Roma

Roma haven’t beaten Inter at the San Siro in over a decade, but Gigi Del Neri insists they are the favourites going into tonight’s crunch match.

Roma's Mancini "flattered" by Real Madrid talk

AS Roma wing-back Mancini admits he is "flattered" to be linked with Real Madrid, but says he cannot see the move happening.

Parma reject Chelsea bid for AC Milan-bound Gilardino'?

Blues owner Roman Abramovich reportedly offered £15 million for the Italy international centre-forward, but it was turned down by Parma as they have an agreement to sell the youngster to AC Milan in the summer.

Inter Milan offer Davids for Chelsea's Veron?

Inter Milan directors Marco Branca and Gabriele Oriali will be in London next week for talks with Chelsea.

Friday, February 11, 2005

Serie A Preview: Round 24

Juventus and Milan both have difficult ties against Udinese and Reggina respectively while Inter will entertain Roma at San Siro in the most interesting match of the day.

Milan Close To Gilardino Deal

Chelsea and Real Madrid have given up on signing the Parma striker whose future seems to be coloured in red and black.

Trez targets Platini record

David Trezeguet is confident that he can overtake Michel Platini to become France’s all-time greatest goalscorer.

Juventus given wake-up call

Juventus officials have reportedly held crisis talks with the squad in a bid to end their alarming slump in results.

Pirlo breathes sigh of relief

Andrea Pirlo’s injury is less serious than at first thought and Milan medical staff reveal they hope to have him at Old Trafford.

Serie A: Capello remains confident

Back-to-back defeats for Juventus have left AC Milan breathing down their necks so the Serie A leaders will not be relishing the prospect of Sunday's match at third-placed Udinese

Inter Milan want to extend loan for Chelsea's Veron

Ole says Inter want to sign Veron on-loan for another three seasons and at the same terms as agreed for this campaign. Chelsea have refused the approach, insisting they're only interested in a permanent deal for the Argentina international.

Inter Milan turn to Roma for Vieri deal

AS Roma have been linked with Inter Milan centre-forward Christian Vieri. The Italy international has fought his way back into Inter coach Roberto Mancini's first team plans in recent months, but his mega contract remains a financial burden on the club.

Inter Milan and AS Roma hope for a comeback

Inter Milan coach Roberto Mancini believes his side can rejoin the title race, despite the impressive lead of Juventus.

Veron Fee Too Much For Inter?

Inter are keen to complete the signing of Juan Sebastian Veron from Chelsea, but there are fears that Chelsea’s asking price will prove too much.

Real Again Linked With Megni

Real Madrid sporting director Arrigo Sacchi was at the Stadio Olimpico at the weekend to watch the game between Roma and Bologna.

Mancini Commits To Roma

Roma’s Amantino Mancini has committed himself to the club after reports linked him with a move to Real Madrid.

Pirlo Risks Long Lay-off

The midfielder picked up an injury during Italy’s victorious friendly against Russia.

AC Milan make quick Bodmer bid to beat Arsenal, Real Madrid

AC Milan have made a bid for Lille midfielder Mathieu Bodmer.Milan chief Ariedo Braida has offered £2.5 million for the Frenchman, while Lille are holding out for £4 million.

Agent: Man Utd, Chelsea rival Serie A clubs for Ajax's Maxwell

The agent of Ajax left-winger Maxwell has revealed Manchester United and Chelsea are challenging several Serie A clubs for his summer transfer.

Davids denies exit demand

Edgar Davids insists he has not asked to leave Internazionale despite professing his discontent at his situation at Giuseppe Meazza.

Thursday, February 10, 2005

Agent denies Chelsea contact for Inter ace Adriano

The agent of Inter Milan ace Adriano insists no contact has been received by Chelsea regarding a future move

Russia win gives Lippi food for thought

Italy coach Marcello Lippi is no closer to deciding on his first-choice line-up after watching his side beat Russia 2-0 in a friendly in Cagliari on Wednesday.