India can host Serie A’s Italian Super Cup

Inter Milan's Romelu Lukaku in action with Lecce's Zan Majer during the Serie A match between Inter Milan and Lecce, at San Siro, in Milan, Italy, at August 26, 2019. Photo: Reuters Serie A might consider India as a potential host for the Italian Super Cup, in an effort to broaden the tournament's global audience, … Continue reading India can host Serie A’s Italian Super Cup

Atalanta vs Barcelona: Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman to miss the match

Ademola Lookman has been ruled out of Atalanta’s UEFA Champions League clash with Barcelona. Lookman sustained a knee injury in Atalanta’s Serie A clash against Como last weekend. The Nigeria international is expected to be sidelined for a number of weeks. The winger’s return date will be determined after more tests in the upcoming days. … Continue reading Atalanta vs Barcelona: Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman to miss the match

Darmian shines as Inter thrash Venezia 1-0 at Stadio Pier Luigi Penzo, Venice

Inter Milan secured a 1-0 win at lowly Venezia on Sunday thanks to an early goal from Matteo Darmian that lifted them to second place in Serie A. The visitors took the lead after 16 minutes when Lautaro Martinez unleashed a low volley, forcing Venezia keeper Filip Stankovic into a one-handed reflex save, but the … Continue reading Darmian shines as Inter thrash Venezia 1-0 at Stadio Pier Luigi Penzo, Venice

January Transfer Window: Which Nigerian footballers are changing clubs?

The January transfer window opened last week, with some Nigerian players already on the move to join new clubs, while others await their fate amid transfer links this month. MEZIESBLOG takes a look at some of the Nigerian players that have joined new clubs, those who are expected to remain with their present clubs despite … Continue reading January Transfer Window: Which Nigerian footballers are changing clubs?

Serie A: Girona beat Valladolid to end winless streak

Soccer Football - LaLiga - FC Barcelona v Girona - Camp Nou, Barcelona, Spain - April 10, 2023 Girona's David Lopez during the match REUTERS/Albert Gea/File Photo Goals from David Lopez, Abel Ruiz and Arnaut Danjuma secured Girona a 3-0 LaLiga home win over relegation-threatened Real Valladolid on Friday, snapping their six-game winless run across … Continue reading Serie A: Girona beat Valladolid to end winless streak

Reijnders fires Milan to victory against Verona

AC Milan won 1-0 at Hellas Verona on Friday as Tijjani Reijnders' second-half strike proved decisive in a keenly-contested Serie A clash. The visitors scored in the 56th minute as Reijnders made a well-timed run to evade the defence before expertly guiding a first-time shot into the top corner. Milan are seventh with 26 points, … Continue reading Reijnders fires Milan to victory against Verona

Serie A: Juventus snatch a draw with last-minute penalty against Venezia

Dusan Vlahovic saved Juventus from a surprise defeat. MARCO BERTORELLO/AFP via Getty Images Juventus salvaged a 2-2 draw at home to struggling Venezia after Dusan Vlahovic converted a last-second penalty in Saturday's Serie A match, extending their run of draws this season. With the hosts heading towards their first league loss of the campaign, they got lucky when the ball struck Venezia defender Antonio … Continue reading Serie A: Juventus snatch a draw with last-minute penalty against Venezia

Serie A: Lookman bags brace, assists in Atalanta’s big win vs Verona

Ademola Lookman underlined his credentials as the favourite for the 2024 CAF Men’s Player of the Year by putting up a superb display in Atalanta’s 6-1 rout of Verona in a Serie A game on Saturday night. Lookman, who is among the 10 nominees for the prestigious award registered two goals and two assists in … Continue reading Serie A: Lookman bags brace, assists in Atalanta’s big win vs Verona

Serie A: Why Atalanta boss subbed Lookman early against Venezia

Atalanta manager, Gian Piero Gasperini, has revealed the reason behind Ademola Lookman’s early substitution against Venezia. Colombia international, Juan Cuadrado took the place of Lookman after the break. The winger struggled to make impact in the game before his substitution. Gasperini stated that the Nigerian showed signs of tiredness. “He was probably tired too, then … Continue reading Serie A: Why Atalanta boss subbed Lookman early against Venezia

Serie A: Napoli grab top position with victory against Monza

Napoli saw off lowly Monza 2-0 at home on Sunday to leapfrog to the top of the table with goals from Matteo Politano and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. After starting last season as champions and finishing a disappointing 10th place, Napoli have rediscovered their form this campaign, racking up four wins in six outings under coach Antonio … Continue reading Serie A: Napoli grab top position with victory against Monza