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/ 5609 days agoBarcelona 5-0 Real Madrid: Can Real still be considered Champions League contenders?
Tonight’s game promised to give one of the closest indications so far of who could become European champions this year, but in truth, nobody could’ve predicted what followed. Barcelona dissected their rivals with precise, incisive play that arguably would have torn absolutely any team in the world apart. In doing so, they confirmed their status […]
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/ 5770 days agoSouth Africa 2010 Analysis: Reasons behind Italy's Struggles
Italy managed to draw 1-1 against both Paraguay and New Zealand while failing to impress despite having seen a lot in terms of ball possession, in particular against the Kiwis when the Italians had just over 70% in terms of ball possession. Pundits and fans alike are debating what has gone wrong for the Azzurri […]
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/ 5799 days agoWhat Next For Inter After Winning The Champions League?
It is quite early to discuss next season's Champions League particularly with the World Cup looming ahead but Inter's historic treble was much more than a great achievement. It proved once again how difficult it is to repeat as a champion in Europe's elite club competition. For the Nerazzurri winning the Champions League is the […]
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/ 5800 days agoDiego Milito: Inter's Hero As Nerazzurri Complete Historic Treble
Inter have succeeded in completing a historic treble and credit must be given to everyone at the club from president Massimo Moratti for his persistence in pursuing the dream of emulating his father by winning the Champions League to Jose Mourinho for his exemplary preparation ahead of keys matches and for his superior motivational skills. […]
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/ 5806 days agoBayern Munich, Chelsea & Inter Achieve Domestic Double!
This weekend witnessed the conclusion of all of Europe's major football action and there was a unique outcome considering three clubs were able to combine the league and cup trophies together. Bayern Munich won the domestic double in Germany while Chelsea added the FA Cup on Saturday after their triumph in the Premier League the […]
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/ 5809 days agoChampions League Final: Inter vs Bayern Munich
Inter and Bayern Munich will clash next Saturday, May 22nd in Madrid to decide the European champion in a highly anticipated match between two sides which overcame some major obstacles such as Barcelona and Manchester United. The Nerazzurri had the tougher draw of the two teams playing last season's winners Barcelona on four occasions while […]
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/ 5809 days agoWill Jose Mourinho Leave Inter For Spain?
Inter coach Jose Mourinho has indicated on more than one occasion his desire to take charge of an elite club in Spain, a hint most likely directed towards Real Madrid since he has quite a tense relationship with Barcelona. Only the two giants of Spanish football can afford Mourinho's wage demands and can meet his […]
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/ 5827 days agoBarcelona-Inter In Return-Leg Of Champions League Semi-Final
The Camp Nou will be the venue when Barcelona host Inter in the second-leg of the Champions League semi-final. In Milan, Inter were able to score a fantastic 3-1 win after trailing 1-0 against the European champions. One player who has been instrumental for the Nerazzurri in Europe is Wesley Sneijder yet the Dutch playmaker […]
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/ 5834 days agoInter Host Barcelona In Champions League Semi-Final First-Leg
La Liga leaders Barcelona will travel to Milan to take on Inter in the highly anticipated clash between two of the best teams left in the European competitions. The current champions Barca rely heavily on midfield schemer Xavi Hernandez and superstar Lionel Messi while Inter will be attempting to reach the final in Madrid to […]
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/ 5841 days agoSerie A Title Between Roma & Inter After Milan Drop More Points
Milan were once again guilty of wasting an opportunity to close in on city rivals Inter after the Nerazzurri drew 2-2 in Florence a day prior to Milan's match against Catania. The Rossoneri were determined enough to fight back to earn a 2-2 draw against visiting Catania but the club's response came perhaps a little […]
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/ 5902 days agoInter-Chelsea: Sub-plots Make Tie One To Watch
The Champions League will feature a hotly contested tie between Italian champions Inter and English club Chelsea. There are many story-lines beyond Jose Mourinho's return to Stamford Bridge as the winner of this Round of 16 clash should have safe passage to the semi-finals where European champions Barcelona will likely be waiting. Below are some […]
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/ 5913 days agoCan Inter Achieve The Treble?
The Serie A season has perhaps been overshadowed by the struggles of Juventus which have culminated in the firing of Coach Ciro Ferrara. While it has been gloomy in Turin, the city of Milan has witnessed the revival of the Rossoneri but more importantly the continued dominance of the Nerazzurri on the domestic scene. Coach […]
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/ 6344 days agoSerie A Match Day 13 Results
Saturday November 22nd Fiorentina 4 – 2 Udinese Inter Milan 1 – 0 Juventus Sunday November 23rd Chievo 0 – 2 Siena Lazio 1 – 1 Genoa Lecce 0 – 3 AS Roma Napoli 2 – 2 Cagliari Reggina 3 – 1 Atalanta Sampdoria 3 – 0 Catania Bologna 1 – 1 Palermo […]
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/ 6463 days agoInter, Milan, Juventus Face Off In Turin
The annual Trofeo TIM pre-season tournament is today in Turin between Italy's top three clubs. For more on this event see my article, Trofeo TIM In Turin
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/ 6474 days agoInter Release New Kit For 08-09 Season
No Frank Lampard but Inter do have their new kit and doesn't Javier Zanetti look stunning in his blue with white SWOOSH socks. Captain Zanetti contributed to a mini exhibition, providing ten shirts from his private collection, one for each year from 1998 at this morning's presentation. Right off it looks like the biggest change is the […]