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Posted by: Portikins Sep 4 2006, 07:31 PM

All the Serie A talk here (non-Milan)!

Posted by: Portikins Sep 4 2006, 07:38 PM

I can't believe nobody opened this thread...

Well, I'll start. Something about the 3rd best italian team atm.

Roma bought Vucinic, usually a solid team. If they want to do something they can't put Totti alone upfront. He's a playmaker. Not an striker. (For me, that was their problem on Supercoppa... Totti wasn't even 100%... playing only in 50 metres of the field... not attacking... inviting Inter's comeback... etc)

It'll be interesting to see Totti + Vucinic.

If they get no injuries this year (last year was really bad for them), they can do good things.

So. WHAT DO YOU THINK OF THIS YEAR'S LEAGUE?

Posted by: X-Offender Sep 4 2006, 07:47 PM

Milan wins, lock the topic. tongue.gif

Just kidding. I think Roma have a very strong team, especially cause they got De Rossi and Mancini, amazing players IMO. They have two strong CB like Chivu and Mexes and a great star like Totti. When he'll get back to shape, Roma will have a very strong attack.

Then there's Inter. They definitely have a stronger team than last season's. But the fact is, Inter have always had a stronger team than the precedent season's and they always finish third, so I'm not very concerned about them.

I guess the war for title will be held between these two teams and of course, Milan.

Posted by: Portikins Sep 4 2006, 08:01 PM

Roma is more consistent (not getting stupid results week yes/week no) than Inter. And, playing like a team, not their individualities like Inter, can make Roma strong. I'm a little bit worried about them too.

Look at, for example, this Xmas tree:

Doni | Panucci, Mexes, Chivu, Martinez | De Rossi, Pizarro, Perrotta | Mancini, Totti | Vucinic (a Roma fan told me this line up yesterday).

With people like Aquillani and Montella benched.

A strong team, without a doubt.

Posted by: LaPalma Sep 4 2006, 08:05 PM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 4 2006, 07:01 PM)
Roma is more consistent (not getting stupid results week yes/week no) than Inter. And, playing like a team, not their individualities like Inter, can make Roma strong. I'm a little bit worried about them too.

Look at, for example, this Xmas tree:

Doni | Panucci, Mexes, Chivu, Martinez | De Rossi, Pizarro, Perrotta | Mancini, Totti | Vucinic (a Roma fan told me this line up yesterday).

With people like Aquillani and Montella benched.

A strong team, without a doubt.
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Sure, it the best team they had in years, but I'm a bit concerned about Totti. I'm not convinced he has fully recovered from his injury. He surely wasn't the real Totti during the WC...

Posted by: Portikins Sep 4 2006, 08:09 PM

QUOTE (LaPalma @ Sep 4 2006, 07:05 PM)
Sure, it the best team they had in years, but I'm a bit concerned about Totti. I'm not convinced he has fully recovered from his injury. He surely wasn't the real Totti during the WC...
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Yes. Francesco, at the moment, is not "Totti". It's only Francesco. rolleyes.gif

He's playing what? 30% he knows... hope he recover. A player like that should always be 100%.

Posted by: hashkal Sep 4 2006, 08:09 PM

Well..... It is gna be an interesting year in the Italian league especially after this summers calciopol scandal.... tongue.gif whateva...rubbish..

Roma
I'm wit u on Vucinic, gd buy strong player and Roma needed an attacker....Should link up well and score some goals.

Inter
All I cay say is Forza Crespo hes the man. I hope he doesn't score on us in the derbies. But They are gna be on fire this season.

Juve
They dont deserve any web time.........

Sampdoria
I like this team they're a good solid outfit with stylish players....but they sold tonneto(this dude score a goal on us at the ferraristaduim last year). and if flachi is still there then they should do well at least maybe uefa spot.

Milan!!! devil.gif
This is our year to capture the seria A and make some more history in the championsLeague. We should ao far and I think only bad luck or a misjudgment will cost us the trophy like last year.

As for the rest we will see them in action against milan devilsmiley.gif

Posted by: Portikins Sep 4 2006, 08:16 PM

Viola. Do not forget Fiorentina.

They start with -19, but they'll be on fire with Luca Toni and Mutu upfront. I hope they get a good start in Serie A. rolleyes.gif

Posted by: LaPalma Sep 4 2006, 08:21 PM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 4 2006, 07:16 PM)
Viola. Do not forget Fiorentina.

They start with -19, but they'll be on fire with Luca Toni and Mutu upfront. I hope they get a good start in Serie A.  rolleyes.gif
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One can only hope they won't be relegated with -19 points...

Posted by: KillerMax Sep 4 2006, 08:31 PM

QUOTE (LaPalma @ Sep 4 2006, 01:21 PM)
One can only hope they won't be relegated with -19 points...
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They won't be relegated, but it will be a bitter year for them. I have no idea how Toni agreed to stay there...

Posted by: LaPalma Sep 4 2006, 09:21 PM

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Sep 4 2006, 07:31 PM)
They won't be relegated, but it will be a bitter year for them. I have no idea how Toni agreed to stay there...
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I guess he hasn't agreed...he had no chance. A contract is a contract is a contract...

Posted by: dst Sep 4 2006, 09:33 PM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 4 2006, 10:16 PM)
Viola. Do not forget Fiorentina.
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they will be fighting to avoid relegation at the end of the season!!!!

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Sep 4 2006, 10:31 PM)
I have no idea how Toni agreed to stay there...
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he didn't!!! they just didn't sell him ...

Roma is a good team ... I like them I actually always did!!! Totti is a great player and faithfull!!! De Rossi/Mexes/Chivu are great ... Mancini is crap!!! With Vucinic they grew stronger ... even if they keep saying the are not ready to fight for the title I think they're strong opponents, stronger for us than Inter because they have the mentality too!!!

Posted by: KillerMax Sep 4 2006, 09:37 PM

Toni said after a talk with Viola's president, they reached an agreement and everything was fine. These were his own words.

Posted by: LaPalma Sep 4 2006, 09:42 PM

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Sep 4 2006, 08:37 PM)
Toni said after a talk with Viola's president, they reached an agreement and everything was fine. These were his own words.
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Well those words are one thing and the truth is another...Do you remember that stupid guy who left some Italian club for some English club (owned by some rich russian) because he wanted to learn english huh.gif ?

Posted by: KillerMax Sep 4 2006, 09:44 PM

QUOTE (LaPalma @ Sep 4 2006, 02:42 PM)
Well those words are one thing and the truth is another...Do you remember that stupid guy who left some Italian club for some English club (owned by some rich russian) because he wanted to learn english huh.gif ?
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Well, there you answered yourself. Toni shouldn't have settled. He should have done whatever he could to terminate the contract and leave the Viola. He doen't deserve this punishment. I'm really glad he didn't join Inter, but I would have been very happy if he joined Roma.

Posted by: X-Offender Sep 4 2006, 09:54 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 4 2006, 09:33 PM)
Mancini is crap!!!
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Posted by: dst Sep 4 2006, 10:00 PM

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Sep 4 2006, 11:37 PM)
Toni said after a talk with Viola's president, they reached an agreement and everything was fine. These were his own words.
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OK!!! so what did you expect him to say ... "I hate this club and that deficit ... I wanna leave but they won't let me go!!" ... Not gonna heppen!!!

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Sep 4 2006, 11:44 PM)
Toni shouldn't have settled. He should have done whatever he could to terminate the contract and leave the Viola.
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Yeah that would have persuaded Della Valle ... c'mon the guy is a pain in the @ss!!!

QUOTE (X-Offender @ Sep 4 2006, 11:54 PM)
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that's just me I guess!!! biggrin.gif

Posted by: Portikins Sep 4 2006, 10:13 PM

@dst, Mancini crap?

The coach YES.

The player? Gosh, obviously not dude. Very good player. One of their top 3 players IMO. But OK it's your opinion. I respect.

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Sep 4 2006, 10:54 PM

Good topic Portugal ..

About the league .. I think a lot of teams are aming for at least 3rd place, since Juve is out of the picture. I think everygame will be played with full potential by teams such as; Palermo, Livorno, Parma Chievo etc. ...

I know what ur thinking, that what kind of game will these guys play to even reach 3rd place !!!! And I say, it's there GOLDEN oppertunity to get the results, they know there opponents well .. And without Juve they know they have +6 points in their pockets from the start (hypothetically).

Us, Roma, Inter, Fiorentina, Lazio, and Reggina will go for our goals .. Let that be reducing the defficite, aiming for 1st place, or/and qualifying from the group stages .. But by mid-season, we will be worn out .. That's when these teams will really show their credability.

I think it will be a very interesting yr for Serie A, the yr w/o Juve ohmy.gif tongue.gif

Posted by: KillerMax Sep 4 2006, 10:59 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 4 2006, 03:00 PM)
OK!!! so what did you expect him to say ... "I hate this club and that deficit ... I wanna leave but they won't let me go!!" ... Not gonna heppen!!!
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*cough* Ibra *cough*

Posted by: dst Sep 4 2006, 11:02 PM

QUOTE (Rossoneri7 @ Sep 5 2006, 12:54 AM)
About the league .. I think a lot of teams are aming for at least 3rd place, since Juve is out of the picture.
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why are you doing this man ... third place is Inter's, period! mad.gif

Posted by: dst Sep 4 2006, 11:03 PM

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Sep 5 2006, 12:59 AM)
*cough* Ibra *cough*
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Ibra said what!!???

Posted by: LaPalma Sep 4 2006, 11:04 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 4 2006, 10:02 PM)
why are you doing this man ... third place is Inter's, period!  mad.gif
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I guess what he meant is, that a lot of teams are aiming for the third place this year but it will be Inters in the end...

Posted by: dst Sep 4 2006, 11:07 PM

QUOTE (LaPalma @ Sep 5 2006, 01:04 AM)
I guess what he meant is, that a lot of teams are aiming for the third place this year but it will be Inters in the end...
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even if someone manage to beat them to it ... it will be because of cheating. So Justice will awart third place to them next summer, I don't worry!!!

Posted by: Portikins Sep 4 2006, 11:08 PM

QUOTE (LaPalma @ Sep 4 2006, 10:04 PM)
I guess what he meant is, that a lot of teams are aiming for the third place this year but it will be Inters in the end...
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Nop. If that happen our friend Guido Rossi will show up again. biggrin.gif

Posted by: KillerMax Sep 4 2006, 11:11 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 4 2006, 04:03 PM)
Ibra said what!!???
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Simple:
Ibra wanted to leave just like Toni. Juve said no way. You can go to hell. No more sales. Last word. No! Blah blah blah... He didn't settle... He did whatever he could to leave. Toni gave up. And that's my point. smile.gif

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Sep 4 2006, 11:14 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 5 2006, 01:02 AM)
why are you doing this man ... third place is Inter's, period!  mad.gif
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I know Inter are crying out loud because they will probably loose it; they'll probably reach the last couple of weeks at first place, then go back down and reclaim what is theres'. tongue.gif

Posted by: dst Sep 4 2006, 11:17 PM

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Sep 5 2006, 01:11 AM)
Simple:
Ibra wanted to leave just like Toni. Juve said no way. You can go to hell. No more sales. Last word. No! Blah blah blah... He didn't settle... He did whatever he could to leave. Toni gave up. And that's my point. smile.gif
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yes but if Ibra had stayed he wouldn't say anything different I think (from what Toni said)... that's what I said. Maybe Joni BazookaToni could have managed to persuade Della Valle to let him go as well but I rate it highly unlikely!!!

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Sep 4 2006, 11:26 PM

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Sep 5 2006, 01:11 AM)
Simple:
Ibra wanted to leave just like Toni. Juve said no way. You can go to hell. No more sales. Last word. No! Blah blah blah... He didn't settle... He did whatever he could to leave. Toni gave up. And that's my point. smile.gif
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Juve gave him up because they are a Serie B club at the moment .. Just think of our situation had we been relegated; suddenly Kaka, Pirlo, etc .. want to leave .. Same situation ..

Toni is different .. He's still in Serie A, he backs off on them now (w/ point deduction), he knows he'll be criticized and hated by many.

Posted by: dst Sep 4 2006, 11:30 PM

QUOTE (Rossoneri7 @ Sep 5 2006, 01:26 AM)
Juve gave him up because they are a Serie B club at the moment .. Just think of our situation had we been relegated; suddenly Kaka, Pirlo, etc .. want to leave .. Same situation ..

Toni is different .. He's still in Serie A, he backs off on them now (w/ point deduction), he knows he'll be criticized and hated by many.
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... and that too!!! My fellow rossonero came on time!!! smile.gif

Posted by: Portikins Sep 4 2006, 11:35 PM

Too bad for Toni. The next 2 years without CL.

Maybe he'll end the career with no CL presences.

Posted by: LaPalma Sep 4 2006, 11:58 PM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 4 2006, 10:35 PM)
Too bad for Toni. The next 2 years without CL.

Maybe he'll end the career with no CL presences.
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maybe he's lucky and they let him go next year (when he's 30 already...)

Posted by: dst Sep 5 2006, 12:00 AM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 5 2006, 01:35 AM)
Maybe he'll end the career with no CL presences.
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a world champion that never played in CL ... now that's worse than Van Bommel winning the CL and Bergkamp missing it!!! sad.gif

Posted by: Portikins Sep 5 2006, 12:38 AM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 4 2006, 11:00 PM)
a world champion that never played in CL ... now that's worse than Van Bommel winning the CL and Bergkamp missing it!!! sad.gif
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Van Bommel... maybe a good player in Holland. In Spain... always diving and trying to injure the opponents. He's b/s as a person.

I remember the Barça-Real from last year, when he dived and got the penalty (obviously...).

In the end the media was asking him if he had a pool at home. laugh.gif

PS: Oh... somehow I've discovered that the portuguese are not the only who dive and cheat to win... rolleyes.gif

Posted by: han2503 Sep 5 2006, 12:57 AM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 4 2006, 11:38 PM)
Van Bommel... maybe a good player in Holland. In Spain... always diving and trying to injure the opponents. He's b/s as a person.

I remember the Barça-Real from last year, when he dived and got the penalty (obviously...).

In the end the media was asking him if he had a pool at home.  laugh.gif

PS: Oh... somehow I've discovered that the portuguese are not the only who dive and cheat to win...  rolleyes.gif
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I think every country in the last WC was accused of diving, which isn't false, Italy for example have Del Piero, he falls from the smallest of touches when I saw him doing it to Inter in the Tim cup I had to laugh but when he kept constantly doing it when playing against us I got really annoyed because of all the stoppages

Anyway, back on topic, I really think that we have a good chance this year and I know everyone has been hyping up Inter because they made 3 signings but as some have already said I'm more afraid of Roma, they might be playing their chances down saying that us and Inter are better but they have a great chance this season to win it as well, because just like us they play as a TEAM not like a bunch of headless chickens running around trying to do everything on their own. Plus if Totti get's 100% fit again we better watch out.

Posted by: florenti1 Sep 5 2006, 03:54 PM

Palermo has also a good team
with Barzagli and Zaccardo in defence
Simplicio ,Bresciano ,Diana in miedfield
Di Michele ,Amauri forward
They will fight for a place in CL and defenetly will make problems for the big teams

Posted by: dst Sep 5 2006, 06:04 PM

QUOTE (florenti1 @ Sep 5 2006, 05:54 PM)
Palermo has also a good team
with Barzagli and Zaccardo in defence
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Zaccarso is great ... for the opposing teams!!!! biggrin.gif

Posted by: amancik Sep 5 2006, 07:18 PM

Serie A: 2006-07 at a glance

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The new Serie A season is on the horizon. Football Italia rounds up what each team is aiming for and what they can realistically expect to achieve

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Ascoli
Surprised everyone by easing into mid-table last term. Without the element of surprise or gifted tactician Marco Giampaolo, the Bianconeri may have to fight to the bitter end to ensure another survival.

Aim: Survival
Prediction: Lack of goals will prove fatal

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Atalanta
Have become a yo-yo club in recent seasons but will be determined to cement their Serie A status and prove that they belong amongst the elite. Buoyed by the signatures of Christian Vieri, Nelson Abeijon and Cristiano Doni, the Nerazzurri are ready for a dogfight.

Aim: Survival
Prediction: Will just have enough to stay afloat

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Cagliari
Languished in the relegation zone for long periods of last season but found form after Christmas. Received a boost this summer when 22-goal striker David Suazo committed to the club, and will now look to ease their way up the table past sides with less top-flight experience.

Aim: Mid-table
Prediction: Mid-table comfort beckons

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Catania
The Sicilian minnows return to Serie A after over 20 years in the wilderness. The Elefanti have only made modest changes to the squad that secured second place in Serie B and have it all to do to prevent a quick return to the second tier.

Aim: Survival
Prediction: Will put up a brave fight but their return to A will be short-lived

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Chievo
The unfashionable Veronese outfit have a reputation for overachievement and were at it again last term, clinching a Champions League spot after the Calciopoli verdict. However, the Flying Donkeys fell at the first hurdle in Europe and may come crashing back to earth this time around as they will struggle to score without Amauri or the banned Victor Obinna.

Aim: Mid-table
Prediction: A hard season spent in the bottom half

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Empoli
The Azzurri unexpectedly survived comfortably last term and nearly grabbed a UEFA Cup spot after the Calciopoli scandal. However, the Tuscan minnows will have modest expectations once more this term having sold star striker Francesco Tavano.

Aim: Survival
Prediction: A nervy season near the drop zone, but last term’s experience will give them the edge

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Fiorentina
The Viola returned to the big time last season and were set for a Champions League campaign before the Calciopoli charges hit. They have maintained their key men, including 2005-06 Capocannoniere Luca Toni, but their ambitions are limited by a huge 19-point handicap.

Aim: UEFA Cup qualification
Prediction: To squeeze into the UEFA spots

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Inter
Belatedly awarded last season’s Scudetto, the Nerazzurri have gone about building the dream team needed to repeat the success on the field. They have arguably the strongest squad in Europe and will have eyes on the Champions League - Scudetto double. Surely Italy’s underachievers won’t disappoint this time…

Aim: Scudetto and Champions League
Prediction: Strong Scudetto favourites but may stutter in Europe.

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Lazio
Delio Rossi can be proud of his efforts after guiding the Biancocelesti to sixth place last year. However, the Calciopoli verdict has not only denied Rossi’s men UEFA Cup football but has also cost them 11 points. Without Fabio Liverani, Ousmane Dabo and Paolo Di Canio consolidation may be the name of the game.

Aim: Mid-table
Prediction: The usual inconsistency and a lower mid-table finish


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Livorno
Continue to confound the critics and despite struggling after the departure of Roberto Donadoni, they grabbed a UEFA Cup place after the Calciopoli verdict. Talismanic hit man Cristiano Lucarelli remains and the Amaranto could benefit from others’ point deductions.

Aim: UEFA Cup qualification
Prediction: Mid-table


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Messina
Survival in Serie A was again gained in the court room rather than on the pitch after Juve took their place in the Second Division. After little transfer activity, the Sicilians’ survival bid may go to the wire.

Aim: Survival
Prediction: May need the courts again


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Milan
Quieter in the transfer market than their city rivals and starting eight points behind them after the Calciopoli verdict, the Rossoneri must excel if they are to challenge for the title. As ever, the priority may be the Champions League, but a good start would breed Scudetto fever amongst the Diavoli faithful.

Aim: Champions League and Scudetto
Prediction: To fall just short again


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Palermo
Inconsistency continues to blight the Rosanero, but a strong finish to last season allows the Sicilians to take another shot at the UEFA Cup. The defence has been weakened by the sale of Fabio Grosso and Christian Terlizzi but Aimo Diana, Mark Bresciano and Amauri are useful additions.

Aim: UEFA Cup/Champions League qualification
Prediction: Should at least clinch a UEFA spot


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Parma
Last season was a rollercoaster ride for the Tardini faithful as the Crociati flirted with the relegation zone before a late charge pushed them into the UEFA Cup after the Calciopoli verdict. Will feel the loss of Marco Marchionni, but can hope to re-establish themselves as a top half side.

Aim: UEFA Cup qualification
Prediction: To successfully settle in the top half


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Reggina
The Amaranto have made a habit of slipping the noose in recent years, but the Reggio Calabria side’s task is even more daunting this time after the Calciopoli verdict imposed a 15-point penalty. Very few new faces have joined the crew on what may be a sinking ship.

Aim: Survival
Prediction: The 15-point handicap will prove too great a hurdle


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Roma
Scudetto candidates by default after the Calciopoli verdict, but have failed to strengthen greatly over the summer with Mirko Vucinic and David Pizarro the only notable arrivals. Coach Luciano Spalletti and Francesco Totti deny that the Giallorossi are title contenders, but they will look to build on last season’s improvement and at least secure Champions League football.

Aim: Scudetto
Prediction: Likely third place


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Sampdoria
Last season was another let-down for the Blucerchiati faithful as the Genoa outfit finished closer to relegation than Europe. There have been no big signings in the summer but talented Coach Walter Novellino will look to enjoy a very different campaign this time around.

Aim: UEFA Cup/Champions League qualification
Prediction: Top half


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Siena
It was mission accomplished for the Tuscans last term as they secured a fourth season amongst the elite. A number of players have returned to Juve after loan spells, but new Coach Mario Beretta and his gutsy side are no strangers to a dogfight.

Aim: Survival
Prediction: A trademark Siena escape

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Torino
One of Italy’s most celebrated clubs return to Serie A after an agonising spell in the wilderness. The Granata’s first task is survival and three big-name summer swoops for Christian Abbiati, Simone Barone and Stefano Fiore will help their cause greatly.

Aim: Survival
Prediction: Should survive with ease

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Udinese
Last season was an unqualified failure for the Friuli outfit who crashed out of the Champions League at the first stage and spent long periods perched precariously just above the drop zone. This season is a fresh start but the Zebrette will still be relying on the same stars in Vincenzo Iaquinta, Sulley Ali Muntari, Felipe and Morgan De Sanctis.

Aim: UEFA Cup/Champions League qualification
Prediction: A top-half finish

Posted by: dst Sep 5 2006, 08:28 PM

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Milan

Prediction: To fall just short again


Aghh!!! That little word just in the end is what hurts the most!!!
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Messina

Prediction: May need the courts again


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Posted by: dst Sep 6 2006, 04:15 PM

This season’s news today!
Ten things you’ll read about this season…


In an effort to keep you up to date with the Italian game, Football Italia brings you a brief rundown of the big stories likely to hit the newsstands this season

Ronaldo linked with Inter return
Because nothing beats flogging a dead chipmunk. Considering his recent weight gain, it’s believed Ronie’s nickname will be upgraded to ‘The Walrus of Football.’

Mauro Camoranesi fined by Juve
If he was out of control before, turning up late to training, demanding transfers in the Press, repeatedly getting sent off for the most pointless of reaction fouls, then imagine what the unhappy Oriundo will be like forced to play in Serie B?

Coppa Italia win rescues Inter’s season
Juventus are out of the picture, Milan have an eight-point penalty and the Nerazzurri have signed every player on the planet. Who could possibly mess this up? Inter.

Christian Vieri joins (insert club here) in January
Bobo finally embraces his true calling as a travelogue writer with his new book ‘Around the football world in 80 days.’

Cristiano Lucarelli in Aldo Spinelli row
Like Kate Moss and Pete Doherty, the on-off relationship will keep newspapers happy for months recycling the same tales of arguments, passion and a relationship on the verge of a nervous breakdown.

Coppa a key objective, says Coach
It doesn’t matter who, the same cliché will float to the surface just before they field a bunch of acne-ridden teenagers and ‘promising’ foreign loan players for that decisive Coppa Italia clash.

Refs slammed for errors
Luciano Moggi is gone, Calciopoli cleared the cobwebs, but the Italian tradition of insulting referees for even the slightest mistake – then insisting they’re still the best in the world – will continue unabated.

San Siro clubs complain about turf
The pitch is re-laid every three months with grass flown in from every corner of the globe, but the highest paid players in Italy are still going to spend half of every game tapping a clump of turf back into position. There are plans to include the gardener in the MilanLab staff.

Chivu ready for Real Madrid
What Fabio Capello wants, Fabio Capello gets. The serial poacher has plucked his old clubs dry and Roma’s Romanian defender Cristian Chivu is next on the list. If you invite Don Fabio round to dinner, be sure to count the cutlery before he leaves.

Ibra punches Adriano in training ground brawl
Hopefully with ‘This town ain’t big enough for the both of us’ playing in the background while Zlatan ‘Psycho’ Ibrahimovic goes mano a mano with Adriano ‘The Not So Gentle Giant.’


http://www.channel4.com/sport/football_italia/sep6ee.html

Posted by: dst Sep 6 2006, 04:17 PM

I think Ibra is really going to punch Adriano in the face!!!! biggrin.gif

Posted by: misha Sep 8 2006, 12:40 AM

Serie A transfers for the start of 2006-07 season


ASCOLI
In: Gianluca Pagliuca (goalkeeper, Bologna)

Out: Igor Budan (striker, Parma), Fabio Quagliarella
(striker, Sampdoria), Vittorio Tosto (defender, Empoli)


ATALANTA
In: Christian Vieri (striker, out of contract), Cristiano
Doni (midfielder, Real Mallorca), Nelson Abeijon (defender,
Cagliari), Fernando Tissone (midfielder, Udinese),

Out: Luca Saudati (striker, Empoli), Rolando Bianchi
(striker, Reggina)


CAGLIARI
In: Marco Fortin (goalkeeper, Siena), Leonardo Colucci (midfielder, Bologna)

Out: Nelson Abeijon (defender, Atalanta), Francesco Bega (defender, Genoa)


CATANIA
In: Fausto Rossini (striker, Udinese), Giuseppe Colucci (midfielder, Livorno)

Out: Roberto De Zerbi (striker, Napoli)


CHIEVO VERONA
In: Vincenzo Sicignano (goalkeeper, Lecce), Denis Godeas (striker, Palermo)

Out: Alberto Fontana (goalkeeper, Palermo), Daniele Franceschini (midfielder, Sampdoria), Amauri (striker, Palermo)


EMPOLI
In: Luca Saudati (striker, Atalanta), Vittorio Tosto (defender, Ascoli)

Out: Christian Rigano (striker, Messina), Francesco Tavano (striker, Sevilla)


FIORENTINA
In: Adrian Mutu (striker, Juventus), Fabio Liverani (midfielder, Lazio), Manuele Blasi (midfielder, Juventus)

Out: Valeri Bojinov (striker, Juventus), Cristian Brocchi (midfielder, AC Milan), Stefano Fiore (midfielder, Torino), Giuseppe Pancaro (defender, Torino)


INTER MILAN
In: Zlatan Ibrahimovic (striker, Juventus), Hernan Crespo (striker, Chelsea), Patrick Vieira (midfielder, Juventus), Olivier Dacourt (midfielder, AS Roma), Fabio Grosso (defender, Palermo), Douglas Maicon (defender, Monaco)

Out: Juan Sebastian Veron (midfielder, Estudiantes), Obafemi Martins (striker, Newcastle United), Cristiano Zanetti (midfielder, Juventus), David Pizarro (midfielder, AS Roma), Giuseppe Favalli (defender, AC Milan)


LAZIO
In: Stephen Makinwa (striker, Palermo)

Out: Fabio Liverani (midfielder, Fiorentina), Ousmane Dabo (midfielder, Manchester City), Paolo Di Canio (striker, Cisco Roma)


LIVORNO
In: Antonio Filippini (midfielder, Treviso), Samuel Kuffour (defender, AS Roma)

Out: Giuseppe Colucci (midfielder, Catania)


MESSINA
In: Christian Rigano (striker, Empoli), Mitsuo Ogasawara (midfielder, Kashima Antlers)

Out: Gaetano D'Agostino (midfielder, Udinese)


AC MILAN
In: Ricardo Oliveira (striker, Real Betis), Joann Gourcuff (midfielder, Stade Rennes), Giuseppe Favalli (defender, Inter Milan), Cristian Brocchi (midfielder, Fiorentina)

Out: Andriy Shevchenko (striker, Chelsea), Jaap Stam (defender, Ajax), Rui Costa (midfielder, Benfica), Marcio Amoruso (striker, Corinthians), Johann Vogel (midfielder, Real Betis)


PALERMO
In: Aimo Diana (midfielder, Sampdoria), Mark Bresciano (midfielder, Parma), Fabio Simplicio (midfielder, Parma), Alberto Fontana (goalkeeper, Chievo Verona), Amauri (striker, Chievo Verona)

Out: Fabio Grosso (defender, Inter Milan), Stephen Makinwa (striker, Lazio), Christian Terlizzi (defender, Sampdoria), Denis Godeas (striker, Chievo Verona)


PARMA
In: Igor Budan (striker, Ascoli), Vitali Kutuzov (striker, Sampdoria)

Out: Marco Marchionni (midfielder, Juventus), Bernardo Corradi (striker, Manchester City), Mark Bresciano (midfielder, Palermo), Fabio Simplicio (midfielder, Palermo)


REGGINA
In: Rolando Bianchi (striker, Atalanta)

Out: Francesco Cozza (midfielder, Siena), Carlos Paredes (midfielder, end of contract)


AS ROMA
In: David Pizarro (midfielder, Inter Milan), Mirko Vucinic (striker, Lecce), Marco Cassetti (defender, Lecce), Max Tonetto (midfielder, Sampdoria)

Out: Olivier Dacourt (midfielder, Inter Milan), Shabani Nonda (striker, Blackburn Rovers), Samuel Kuffour (defender, Livorno), Mido (striker, Tottenham Hotspur)


SAMPDORIA
In: Christian Terlizzi (defender, Palermo), Daniele Franceschini (midfielder, Chievo Verona), Fabio Quagliarella (striker, Ascoli)

Out: Aimo Diana (midfielder, Palermo), Vitali Kutuzov (striker, Parma), Max Tonetto (midfielder, AS Roma)


SIENA
In: Francesco Cozza (midfielder, Reggina), Vincent Candela (defender, Udinese), Valerio Bertotto (defender, Udinese), Alex Manninger (SV Salzburg)

Out: Igor Tudor (defender, Juventus), Nicola Legrottaglie (defender, Juventus), Marco Fortin (goalkeeper, Cagliari)


TORINO
In: Stefano Fiore (midfielder, Fiorentina), Christian Abbiati (goalkeeper, Juventus), Giuseppe Pancaro (defender, Fiorentina), Masashi Oguro (striker, Grenoble)

Out: Zisis Vryzas (striker, Xanthi)


UDINESE
In: Gaetano D'Agostino (midfielder, Messina), Gyan Asamoah (striker, Modena)

Out: Vincent Candela (defender, Siena), Valerio Bertotto (defender, Siena), Fausto Rossini (striker, Catania), Fernando Tissone (midfielder, Atalanta)

http://today.reuters.co.uk/news/articlenews.aspx?type=worldFootballNews&storyID=2006-09-07T030028Z_01_L04311107_RTRIDST_0_SPORT-SOCCER-ITALY-TRANSFERS.XML&pageNumber=0&imageid=&cap=&sz=13&WTModLoc=NewsArt-C1-ArticlePage6

Posted by: KillerMax Sep 8 2006, 01:04 AM

That ^ is not accurate. Lazio got Foggia and Milan got Bonera and Boriello... Not sure about other teams...

Posted by: Portikins Sep 8 2006, 02:04 PM

What if we get another season without trophies? The 3rd year in a row?

Next season... old people out? Coach out?

What do you think? Should we keep Carletto even if we fail on all the competitions (once again)?

Posted by: dst Sep 8 2006, 02:17 PM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 8 2006, 04:04 PM)
What do you think? Should we keep Carletto even if we fail on all the competitions (once again)?
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This year, in case we fail to win any silverware, I think Carlo is not the one to blame ... I'm sure our summer signings do not reflect his choices/demands!!!
However next summer our defence will be even more aged. Cafu will leave (I hope), Costacurta will (probably) retire as will Paolo ... Serginho will be 36 and 'Ffanculi 35!!! We will need new blood in the squadra. It all comes down to the question: Is is better to bring in a new coach too to sum up a new era or keep Carlo within Milan cause he has the necessary experience to "bring up" the newbies???

I think he should stay to help for the new era to be built but it's probably the fear of the new era that makes me think like that!!! unsure.gif

Posted by: Portikins Sep 8 2006, 02:23 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 8 2006, 01:17 PM)
This year, in case we fail to win any silverware, I think Carlo is not the one to blame ... I'm sure our summer signings do not reflect his choices/demands!!!
However next summer our defence will be even more aged. Cafu will leave (I hope), Costacurta will (probably) retire as will Paolo ... Serginho will be 36 and 'Ffanculi 35!!! We will need new blood in the squadra. It all comes down to the question: Is is better to bring in a new coach too to sum up a new era or keep Carlo within Milan cause he has the necessary experience to "bring up" the newbies???

I think he should stay to help for the new era to be built but it's probably the fear of the new era that makes me think like that!!!  unsure.gif
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I don't think Carletto should stay. He's in Milan for too long... he can't motivate the team anymore. But that's my opinion. Maybe you'll see me posting this 2339494495958 times during the season.

I don't know who could possible be the head for a new era in Milan. Well, actually I know (who could possibly be available at that time), but I'm not gonna say anything.

Posted by: han2503 Sep 8 2006, 03:20 PM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 8 2006, 01:23 PM)
I don't think Carletto should stay. He's in Milan for too long... he can't motivate the team anymore. But that's my opinion. Maybe you'll see me posting this 2339494495958 times during the season.

I don't know who could possible be the head for a new era in Milan. Well, actually I know (who could possibly be available at that time), but I'm not gonna say anything.
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Now you got me curious, because I for one don't see anyone available that could replace Carlo right know. Don't forget that Carlo brought Milan back to the top and that's where he is going to keep us until he is here. And I think that he still can motivate the players, it's not about the coach, do you think that Kaka isn't motivated to win the CL and the scudetto again? or some other of the young players, we have now, I'm pretty sure they want to win a lot more. The problem is, players like Pirlo, Seedorf and Gattuso who have practically won everything. Will they still be motivated, I'm not sure, but I think that Carlo will be able to motivate them.

I'm not sure a change of coach is such a good idea, don't forget where we were in the late 90's before Carlo came. And as dst mentioned I think he will be able to nurture the new era that is surely upon us

Posted by: Portikins Sep 8 2006, 03:45 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ Sep 8 2006, 02:20 PM)
The problem is, players like Pirlo, Seedorf and Gattuso who have practically won everything. Will they still be motivated, I'm not sure, but I think that Carlo will be able to motivate them.
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That's what I doubt. rolleyes.gif

Posted by: dst Sep 8 2006, 03:47 PM

Billy said at the beginning of last season that Carlo has not have that power anymore ... I think Billy knows what he saying. He's not at the age that would start a dispute for nothing anymore!!! wink.gif

anyway ... there's only one coach I'd like to see in Milan and that's Rijkard. I just came up with this ... It's not that I like him as a coach; in fact I think Ten Caten and the team themselves made him what he is but in my mind ... Milan seem (more) secure (than with anyone else) in his hands!!! He's a Milan legend and everybody loves him here so he'll have full support plus the most important thing is that he has shown as a player that he can be a leader!!! king.gif

anyway ... we'll see ... I have high hopes that Milan will win the Scudetto back this year!!!

Posted by: Portikins Sep 8 2006, 04:26 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 8 2006, 02:47 PM)
Billy said at the beginning of last season that Carlo has not have that power anymore ... I think Billy knows what he saying. He's not at the age that would start a dispute for nothing anymore!!! wink.gif

anyway ... there's only one coach I'd like to see in Milan and that's Rijkard. I just came up with this ... It's not that I like him as a coach; in fact I think Ten Caten and the team themselves made him what he is but in my mind ... Milan seem (more) secure (than with anyone else) in his hands!!! He's a Milan legend and everybody loves him here so he'll have full support plus the most important thing is that he has shown as a player that he can be a leader!!! king.gif

anyway ... we'll see ... I have high hopes that Milan will win the Scudetto back this year!!!
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Rijkaard is not a good coach. Barcelona without Ronaldinho = 0, and you saw Barça losing points when he was out last season. Good coaches don't need superstars to win.

Posted by: dst Sep 8 2006, 04:26 PM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 8 2006, 06:26 PM)
Rijkaard is not a good coach. Barcelona without Ronaldinho = 0, and you saw Barça losing points when he was out last season. Good coaches don't need superstars to win.
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I actually wrote that!!! smile.gif

Posted by: LaPalma Sep 8 2006, 04:37 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 8 2006, 01:17 PM)
This year, in case we fail to win any silverware, I think Carlo is not the one to blame ... I'm sure our summer signings do not reflect his choices/demands!!!
However next summer our defence will be even more aged. Cafu will leave (I hope), Costacurta will (probably) retire as will Paolo ... Serginho will be 36 and 'Ffanculi 35!!! We will need new blood in the squadra. It all comes down to the question: Is is better to bring in a new coach too to sum up a new era or keep Carlo within Milan cause he has the necessary experience to "bring up" the newbies???

I think he should stay to help for the new era to be built but it's probably the fear of the new era that makes me think like that!!!  unsure.gif
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I think you're right. Carlo has done a good job in the last years here. If we don't win any trophy this season again it's not his fault, but our boards fault, which dailed to sign some good young defenders...

Posted by: Portikins Sep 8 2006, 05:28 PM

2 matches for tomorrow, Saturday:

Roma-Livorno 17:00
Fiorentina-Inter 19:30


*Both UK Time.

Let the party begin!

Posted by: misha Sep 8 2006, 10:28 PM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 8 2006, 07:28 PM)
Fiorentina-Inter 19:30
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Let's hope that Fiorentina will do us a favor. sad.gif

Posted by: dst Sep 8 2006, 11:08 PM

QUOTE (mishale @ Sep 9 2006, 12:28 AM)
Let's hope that Fiorentina will do us a favor. sad.gif
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don't worry; sooner or later Inter will!!! wink.gif

Posted by: misha Sep 8 2006, 11:14 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 9 2006, 01:08 AM)
don't worry; sooner or later Inter will!!! wink.gif
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I know. I trust Inter on this area smile.gif

Posted by: LaPalma Sep 8 2006, 11:18 PM

QUOTE (mishale @ Sep 8 2006, 10:14 PM)
I know. I trust Inter on this area  smile.gif
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Yap, if there's one thing on earth thats certain, it's that Inter likes to screw it up more than anyone else... biggrin.gif

Posted by: Portikins Sep 8 2006, 11:33 PM

QUOTE (LaPalma @ Sep 8 2006, 10:18 PM)
Yap, if there's one thing on earth thats certain, it's that Inter likes to screw it up more than anyone else... biggrin.gif
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Inter's first 3 matches: Fiorentina (A), Sampdoria (H), AS Roma (A)

Ouch... not the easiest start for Inter. I expect 4 points in the end of the 3rd day. cool.gif

Posted by: Portikins Sep 9 2006, 05:31 PM

25' Roma 0-0 Livorno

Posted by: maldini03 Sep 9 2006, 05:52 PM

Roma1-0 Livorno'45

Posted by: Portikins Sep 9 2006, 05:54 PM

QUOTE (maldini03 @ Sep 9 2006, 04:52 PM)
Roma1-0 Livorno'45
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It seems that De Rossi scored a great goal.

Posted by: Portikins Sep 9 2006, 06:18 PM

2-0 Roma. Mancini

Posted by: aaron Sep 9 2006, 06:49 PM

Rimini - Juventus: 1-1
they are realy missing Moggi now devil.gif

Posted by: Portikins Sep 9 2006, 07:15 PM

QUOTE
Fiorentina-Inter: le formazioni ufficiali, fuori Adriano

FIORENTINA: Frey; Ujfalusi, Dainelli, Gamberini, Pasqual; Blasi, Liverani, Donadel, Gobbi; Toni, Mutu

INTER: Toldo; Maicon, Cordoba, Materazzi, J. Zanetti; Vieira, Cambiasso, Dacourt; Figo; Crespo, Ibrahimovic


Inter looks strong.

Posted by: misha Sep 9 2006, 07:44 PM

1:0 to Inter Cambiaso

Posted by: Portikins Sep 9 2006, 07:45 PM

1-0 for Inter.

Cambiasso ASSISTED BY IBRAHIMOVIC.

Bad player isn't he? Oliveira is way better. laugh.gif laugh.gif laugh.gif

Inter is going to be Champ, without a shadow of a doubt. In December we're gonna be like 20 points behind them. Mark my words.

Posted by: misha Sep 9 2006, 07:47 PM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 9 2006, 09:45 PM)
1-0 for Inter.

Cambiasso ASSISTED BY IBRAHIMOVIC.

Bad player isn't he? Oliveira is way better.  laugh.gif  laugh.gif  laugh.gif

Inter is going to be Champ, without a shadow of a doubt. In December we're gonna be like 20 points behind them. Mark my words.
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You are so optimistic smile.gif

Posted by: Portikins Sep 9 2006, 07:50 PM

QUOTE (mishale @ Sep 9 2006, 06:47 PM)
You are so optimistic smile.gif
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Realistic.

It's hard to admit that they have a better team? Better no. Way better. Maicon and Grosso were good transfers. Not only Zlatan and Vieira.

Only Barcelona, Real Madrid, ManUtd, Chelsea can compete with them if you look at the entire-squad quality.

Posted by: misha Sep 9 2006, 08:00 PM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 9 2006, 09:50 PM)
Realistic.

It's hard to admit that they have a better team? Better no. Way better. Maicon and Grosso were good transfers. Not only Zlatan and Vieira.

Only Barcelona, Real Madrid, ManUtd, Chelsea can compete with them if you look at the entire-squad quality.
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Thet have a bit better no way better. Thay always have a good team but they don't have a winners mentality. I'm also sure that they will have social problems in the team. At least between the strikers (too many).

The season just started and you can't know what will happen. Let's wait a little bit with conclusions.

Posted by: Portikins Sep 9 2006, 08:06 PM

QUOTE (mishale @ Sep 9 2006, 07:00 PM)
Thet have a bit better no way better. Thay always have a good team but they don't have a winners mentality. I'm also sure that they will have social problems in the team. At least between the strikers (too many).

The season just started and you can't know what will happen. Let's wait a little bit with conclusions.
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This is not the old-Inter... that lose against Fiorentina 3-0 away. No, it's not.

They've a strong midfielder. Super attack and a good defense. In grades, I'll give 15 to our team, 18 to Inter, 14 to Roma. (0-20)

Well, I'm saying this since the market close. We're not gonna win anything this year. We're gonna fight for the 3rd place and the quarter-finals on the CL. 3rd year in a row without trophies... and everybody will be happy in the end. rolleyes.gif

Posted by: Portikins Sep 9 2006, 08:14 PM

GOL 2-0! INTER! Figo assist to Cambiasso! cool.gif

Posted by: misha Sep 9 2006, 08:17 PM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 9 2006, 10:06 PM)
This is not the old-Inter... that lose against Fiorentina 3-0 away. No, it's not.

They've a strong midfielder. Super attack and a good defense. In grades, I'll give 15 to our team, 18 to Inter, 14 to Roma. (0-20)

Well, I'm saying this since the market close. We're not gonna win anything this year. We're gonna fight for the 3rd place and the quarter-finals on the CL. 3rd year in a row without trophies... and everybody will be happy in the end.  rolleyes.gif
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It's takes time to change mentality. They will still fear us when we will play against them. Don't forget that they have different formation this year and it will take some time to adapt to that also.

I still believe that we gonna win at least Seria A . Noobody will be happy with second or third place.

Posted by: Portikins Sep 9 2006, 08:19 PM

QUOTE (mishale @ Sep 9 2006, 07:17 PM)
It's takes time to change mentality. They will still fear us when we will play against them. Don't forget that they have different formation this year and it will take some  time to adapt to that also.

I still believe that we gonna win at least Seria A . Noobody will be happy with second or third place.
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Look at the different formation: Inter 4-3 Roma, Fiorentina 0-2 Inter at HT... rolleyes.gif

Posted by: misha Sep 9 2006, 08:27 PM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 9 2006, 10:19 PM)
Look at the different formation: Inter 4-3 Roma, Fiorentina 0-2 Inter at HT...  rolleyes.gif
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It's just 2 first games. It doesn't mean a thing. They can loose couple games afterwards

We have two games agains them that can lower the difference.

Posted by: Portikins Sep 9 2006, 08:44 PM

QUOTE (mishale @ Sep 9 2006, 07:27 PM)
It's just 2 first games. It doesn't mean a thing. They can loose couple games afterwards

We have two games agains them that can lower the difference.
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Even if we won both they'll still have 2 points more.

Posted by: misha Sep 9 2006, 08:51 PM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 9 2006, 10:44 PM)
Even if we won both they'll still have 2 points more.
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I said that we gonna lower the difference if we will win both games

Posted by: misha Sep 9 2006, 08:52 PM

3:0 Ibra

Posted by: Portikins Sep 9 2006, 08:54 PM

GOOOLL IBRA! AHAHAHAHAH THE BAD PLAYER! THE BAD ATTITUDE! THE PROBLEM-GUY! 0-3... great play by Inter.

PS: I told I'm gonna celebrate every goal, every assist by Ibra. cool.gif

Posted by: misha Sep 9 2006, 08:57 PM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 9 2006, 10:54 PM)
GOOOLL IBRA! AHAHAHAHAH THE BAD PLAYER! THE BAD ATTITUDE! THE PROBLEM-GUY! 0-3... great play by Inter.

PS: I told I'm gonna celebrate every goal, every assist by Ibra.  cool.gif
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Good for you smile.gif

Posted by: misha Sep 9 2006, 09:00 PM

3:1 Toni

Posted by: misha Sep 9 2006, 09:10 PM

3:2 Toni!!!!!

Posted by: Portikins Sep 9 2006, 09:11 PM

Great move on the 2nd goal. But Inter will win this one. 10 min to play.

Posted by: Portikins Sep 9 2006, 09:20 PM

Inter with Vieira is one thing. Without him is another team. That's why the 2 goals from Fiorentina (Vieira out of the pitch).

Posted by: Nova Sep 9 2006, 09:26 PM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 9 2006, 08:54 PM)
GOOOLL IBRA! AHAHAHAHAH THE BAD PLAYER! THE BAD ATTITUDE! THE PROBLEM-GUY! 0-3... great play by Inter.

PS: I told I'm gonna celebrate every goal, every assist by Ibra.  cool.gif
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ohmy.gif unsure.gif

Posted by: misha Sep 9 2006, 09:26 PM

Inter almost screw up this one too

Posted by: han2503 Sep 9 2006, 09:35 PM

QUOTE (mishale @ Sep 9 2006, 08:26 PM)
Inter almost screw up this one too
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Exactly, I said this on the live football thread that their craks will eventually begin to show, I would give it 5-6 weeks before they start to ruin everything.

And Portugal you have fun celebrating their goals. No one here said he was a bad player, infact everyone said that he was a very talented player, but didn't want him at Milan because he was a 'bad apple'. We'll just wait and see who was right on this one when some time passes and he and Adriano start to fight ecause both want to play or just simply don't get along.

Posted by: Nova Sep 9 2006, 09:39 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ Sep 9 2006, 09:35 PM)
Exactly, I said this on the live football thread that their craks will eventually begin to show, I would give it 5-6 weeks before they start to ruin everything.

And Portugal you have fun celebrating their goals. No one here said he was a bad player, infact everyone said that he was a very talented player, but didn't want him at Milan because he was a 'bad apple'. We'll just wait and see who was right on this one when some time passes and he and Adriano start to fight ecause both want to play or just simply don't get along.
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Be carefull... Thats his sweetheart you're talking about. biggrin.gif


Cant believe he even like that prick more then kaladze . And Kaladze is a Milan player laugh.gif

Posted by: han2503 Sep 9 2006, 09:43 PM

QUOTE (Nova @ Sep 9 2006, 08:39 PM)
Be carefull... Thats his sweetheart you're talking about.  biggrin.gif
Cant believe he even like that prick more then kaladze . And Kaladze is a Milan player  laugh.gif
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You hit the nail right on it's head there, because that is exactly what Zlatan is. I'll download his goal later and see what he did, because I honestly never wanted him at Milan, talented or not, he is not of Milan class.

And Kaladze might not be Nesta but he is good and we can't deny how good he was in the end of last season when he played in the centre next to Nesta, they didn't let a goal in for a long period of time.

Posted by: Nova Sep 9 2006, 09:53 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ Sep 9 2006, 09:43 PM)
You hit the nail right on it's head there, because that is exactly what Zlatan is. I'll download his goal later and see what he did, because I honestly never wanted him at Milan, talented or not, he is not of Milan class.

And Kaladze might not be Nesta but he is good and we can't deny how good he was in the end of last season when he played in the centre next to Nesta, they didn't let a goal in for a long period of time.
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You can easily predict his future clubs path too...

Inter => Real Madrid => Chelsea


Kaladze is a very good defender. Not like Nesta maybe , like you said , but we should be happy to have him. He can end his carreer at Milan.

Unlike that ukranian guy mad.gif

Posted by: GULLIVER Sep 9 2006, 10:14 PM

QUOTE (mishale @ Sep 9 2006, 11:27 PM)
It's just 2 first games. It doesn't mean a thing. They can loose couple games afterwards

We have two games agains them that can lower the difference.
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You think we won't lose points?

Posted by: misha Sep 9 2006, 10:25 PM

QUOTE (GULLIVER @ Sep 10 2006, 12:14 AM)
You think we won't lose points?
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We will. But I hope it will be after we close down the gap

Posted by: GULLIVER Sep 9 2006, 10:39 PM

QUOTE (mishale @ Sep 10 2006, 01:25 AM)
We will. But I hope it will be after we close down the gap
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You are too optimistic, but i'm with you

Posted by: X-Offender Sep 9 2006, 10:57 PM

I stopped watching the game after they scored the 3rd goal. When I checked live score later I was quite surprised the match ended 2-3. Even if Inter have a great team this year, and we can't deny it, they still will begin to crack at some time, and there's when we're gona nail them!

Posted by: Portikins Sep 9 2006, 11:32 PM

There's only 1 way to Inter lose points: Vieira injuried for long time.

Otherwise, Inter will keep winning match by match.

Posted by: KillerMax Sep 9 2006, 11:55 PM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 9 2006, 04:32 PM)
There's only 1 way to Inter lose points: Vieira injuried for long time.

Otherwise, Inter will keep winning match by match.
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Why don't you start supporting Inter man? Now don't go all pissed off at me, but what kind of Milan supporter celebrates when Inter scores? It seems like you are on their side because of Ibra...

Posted by: KillerMax Sep 10 2006, 12:01 AM

Anyways, Inter don't worry me. They are not a consistent team and they lack team spirit. Ibra was great today (even though he did make multiple laughble mistakes). But can he keep this form in every game? Hell no. I predict that Milan will be topping Inter in mid-season by 1 point in first place.

Posted by: Portikins Sep 10 2006, 12:25 AM

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Sep 9 2006, 10:55 PM)
Why don't you start supporting Inter man? Now don't go all pissed off at me, but what kind of Milan supporter celebrates when Inter scores? It seems like you are on their side because of Ibra...
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I'm gonna think about that (supporting Inter laugh.gif ).

Ibrahimovic is a damn good player. And yes, I'm gonna keep celebrating every goal assisted or scored by him. I said it when we missed the transfer (thank you, Milan board).

Posted by: misha Sep 10 2006, 12:41 AM

Don't you have a little bit faith in Milan?

Posted by: LaPalma Sep 10 2006, 01:01 AM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 9 2006, 11:25 PM)
I'm gonna think about that (supporting Inter  laugh.gif ).

Ibrahimovic is a damn good player. And yes, I'm gonna keep celebrating every goal assisted or scored by him. I said it when we missed the transfer (thank you, Milan board).
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What will you do if Ibra scores against us? And btw, I'm not all that p!ssed because our board missed out on ONE (they missed like every player this year) player that I like. We missed out on a dozen good players this. Do I celebrate their goals now? Hell no!

Posted by: Portikins Sep 10 2006, 01:10 AM

QUOTE (mishale @ Sep 9 2006, 11:41 PM)
Don't you have a little bit faith in Milan?
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A little bit. I'm Milanisti, and we have always faith on our team, but I'm just being realistic.

@LaPalma: Against us, I'm gonna scream even louder. Too bad I'm not gonna be next to Galliani, Braida or any Milan director at that time, if it really happens. rolleyes.gif

Posted by: KillerMax Sep 10 2006, 01:49 AM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 9 2006, 06:10 PM)
A little bit. I'm Milanisti, and we have always faith on our team, but I'm just being realistic.

@LaPalma: Against us, I'm gonna scream even louder. Too bad I'm not gonna be next to Galliani, Braida or any Milan director at that time, if it really happens.  rolleyes.gif
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You are gonna celebrate if he scores against us? Aww, that's a shame... But your just one person. A true Milan fan would never do such thing...

Posted by: Portikins Sep 10 2006, 02:07 AM

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Sep 10 2006, 12:49 AM)
You are gonna celebrate if he scores against us? Aww, that's a shame... But your just one person. A true Milan fan would never do such thing...
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Too bad, I'm not a true Milan fan. I'm a fake one. laugh.gif

Posted by: Nova Sep 10 2006, 02:12 AM

Portugal , serious dude ... Not agreeing with the Milan board is one thing i can "understand" .

But cheering when Ibra scores ?? Against us ??

I think you need to get your priorities straight.

I wanted Torres too , but you dont hear me complaining like a lil kid. Never mind cheering for the other rival team player .

Posted by: Nova Sep 10 2006, 02:15 AM

Btw , your signature is pathetic. really ... and your starting to annoy me

what the hell kinda attitude is that towards milan .

Posted by: Portikins Sep 10 2006, 02:20 AM

QUOTE (Nova @ Sep 10 2006, 01:12 AM)
Portugal , serious dude ... Not agreeing with the Milan board is one thing i can "understand" .

But cheering when Ibra scores ?? Against us ??

I think you need to get your priorities straight.
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Each of us have their priorities. This not make me more or less Milanista than you.

Posted by: Portikins Sep 10 2006, 02:22 AM

QUOTE (Nova @ Sep 10 2006, 01:15 AM)
Btw , your signature is pathetic. really ... and your starting to annoy me

what the hell kinda attitude is that towards milan .
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Pathetic... this is a word you could use in our transfer-market, this summer. rolleyes.gif

Annoying you? Too bad dude. Just respect me, as I respect you. cool.gif

Posted by: Nova Sep 10 2006, 02:27 AM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 10 2006, 02:20 AM)
Each of us have their priorities. This not make me more or less Milanista than you.
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Look at your signature man . I would be ashamed to be asociated as a milanfan when i read that crap.

Posted by: Nova Sep 10 2006, 02:34 AM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 10 2006, 02:22 AM)
Pathetic... this is a word you could use in our transfer-market, this summer.  rolleyes.gif

Annoying you? Too bad dude. Just respect me, as I respect you.  cool.gif
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I dont respect you. You're just pushing thing around here, and its a shame some of us work real hard to make this a great place and people like you have to f*ck it up.

Posted by: Portikins Sep 10 2006, 02:48 AM

QUOTE (Nova @ Sep 10 2006, 01:34 AM)
I dont respect you. You're just pushing thing around here, and its a shame some of us work real hard to make this a great place and people like you have to f*ck it up.
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Why all that anger? Don't be that agressive to me on the forum. Be agressive outside and in real life. Here, everybody are "big men" who can talk that way.

I'll continue to respect everyone down here, too bad a MOD can't do that.

Posted by: Nova Sep 10 2006, 02:53 AM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 10 2006, 02:48 AM)
Why all that anger? Don't be that agressive to me on the forum. Be agressive outside and in real life. Here, everybody are "big men" who can talk that way.

I'll continue to respect everyone down here, too bad a MOD can't do that.
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Man ,you cant even respect Milan , and your talking about respecting members here. You think its respecttfull when you bash a team that 99% of the members here love ??

I'll be however i like to be around here , if its agressive to you , then so'll be it. At least I'm not acting like some kid who didnt get his present for christmas.

And you can always take over the Mod status from me, since I'm such a disrespectful MOD. Maybe you can show the rest how its done , no ?

Posted by: Portikins Sep 10 2006, 03:07 AM

QUOTE (Nova @ Sep 10 2006, 01:53 AM)
Man ,you cant even respect Milan , and your talking about respecting members here. You think its respecttfull when you bash a team that 99% of the members here love ??

I'll be however i like to be around here , if its agressive to you , then so'll be it. At least I'm not acting like some kid who didnt get his present for christmas.

And you can always take over the Mod status from me, since I'm such a disrespectful MOD. Maybe you can show the rest how its done , no ?
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No... no... no, Nova, don't go that way.

I'm posting in this forum for a year. You were one of "the founders" of it. You probably know that, by this time, I could be at the same status-level as you... (yes, that) but I refused the admin offer some time ago. So, please, do not go that way.

So... I do not respect Milan. I just bash 'cause I want the best for Milan (believe it or not). If you continue with that unrespect mode on, I'll probably look for some other forums on the web (lot of them out there). It's a shame for MilanFan to have a MOD doing such a thing to a user.

Posted by: Nova Sep 10 2006, 03:22 AM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 10 2006, 03:07 AM)
No... no... no, Nova, don't go that way.

I'm posting in this forum for a year. You were one of "the founders" of it. You probably know that, by this time, I could be at the same status-level as you... (yes, that) but I refused the admin offer some time ago. So, please, do not go that way.

So... I do not respect Milan. I just bash 'cause I want the best for Milan (believe it or not). If you continue with that unrespect mode on, I'll probably look for some other forums on the web (lot of them out there). It's a shame for MilanFan to have a MOD doing such a thing to a user.
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You want the best for YOU. Thats for sure. How do you know whats the best for Milan ? Were do you have the guts to even think you know . Now you're suddenly mister caring & loving , huh ? Try to fool someone else man.

And I'm not one of "the founders" , by far . I'm just a MOD like the rest .

Oh , and if you refused to be a MOD before, thats your problem. Just dont play the victim around here like I'm the big bad MOD. If you think you can do it better , try it out ...

Dont worry mate , I'll be gone before you. Dont think i'll stay and listen to your crap all year long .

Posted by: Portikins Sep 10 2006, 03:37 AM

QUOTE (Nova @ Sep 10 2006, 02:22 AM)
You want the best for YOU. Thats for sure. How do you know whats the best for Milan ? Were do you have the guts to even think you know . Now you're suddenly mister caring & loving , huh ? Try to fool someone else man.

Dont worry mate , I'll be gone before you. Dont think i'll stay and listen to your crap all year long .
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? I'm not gonna say anything about the first paragraph. Really, I'm not gonna waste my time on that.

So, I guess we've problem here. It seems that MilanFan is a small place for us. I'll wait for m1ke and the others. I don't want to say goodbye only to you.

Nova, too bad you don't know what respect is. Really.

Posted by: KillerMax Sep 10 2006, 03:45 AM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 9 2006, 08:37 PM)
? I'm not gonna say anything about the first paragraph. Really, I'm not gonna waste my time on that.

So, I guess we've problem here. It seems that MilanFan is a small place for us. I'll wait for m1ke and the others. I don't want to say goodbye only to you.

Nova, too bad you don't know what respect is. Really.
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Dude, you are dissing Milan... Of course you are not gonna get respect when you say you are gonna cheer if ibra scores against us. Unless you're an Inter fan, I can't see why you would do such a thing. And your sig is not helping either... It's one thing to be realistic and it's another to cheer for a rival team, especially Inter.
No one wants you to leave, but you have to straighten some stuff before anything.

Posted by: Nova Sep 10 2006, 03:45 AM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 10 2006, 03:37 AM)
? I'm not gonna say anything about the first paragraph. Really, I'm not gonna waste my time on that.

So, I guess we've problem here. It seems that MilanFan is a small place for us. I'll wait for m1ke and the others. I don't want to say goodbye only to you.

Nova, too bad you don't know what respect is. Really.
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You telling me about respect ?????? YOu ???? YOU ???? with that signature ????

You know what , Ima cool off now ... before i'll do or say something i'll regret

Posted by: arivanjj Sep 10 2006, 03:48 AM

hey guys come on calm it, i feel like i'm in the inter forum.

Posted by: Portikins Sep 10 2006, 03:55 AM

QUOTE (Nova @ Sep 10 2006, 02:45 AM)
You telling me about respect ?????? YOu ???? YOU ???? with that signature ????

You know what , Ima cool off now ... before i'll do or say something i'll regret
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Prediction? What's the problem with predicting not a great future for this season?

Regret? Cmon... like you said: "I'm just here to f_ck up this place"... how can you have problems in the end, after ban me? smile.gif

Posted by: Nova Sep 10 2006, 04:09 AM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 10 2006, 03:55 AM)
Prediction? What's the problem with predicting not a great future for this season? 

Regret? Cmon... like you said: "I'm just here to f_ck up this place"... how can you have problems in the end, after ban me?  smile.gif
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Nothing , you're totally right man . Everyone cares about your predictions , who knows they might get rich on bet & win . All thanks to you

And i know another name for the site ... www.milanbash.com with a new moto "Think bad and bash the team even before the competition start" ... Isnt it great ?? We even might get some ultra Inter fans as mods just so they can cheer when that ugly son of a 3 legged goat Ibrahimovic scores against us ...

You just cant say one good thing about Milan, nothing is good for you . Youcant be satisfied, even for a team like Milan its unpossible to do so. We have to sign every player YOU like , otherwise we're crap. And btw , its your beloved don silvio who didnt sign Ibra , you're hero last year who was gonna save Milan from that idiot Galliani.

What right minded Milanfan will cheer for inter when they score against us ?

Oh i wont ban you Portugal , i'll ban myself in the end .

Posted by: Portikins Sep 10 2006, 04:22 AM

QUOTE (Nova @ Sep 10 2006, 03:09 AM)
Nothing , you're totally right man . Everyone cares about your predictions , who knows they might get rich on bet & win . All thanks to you

And i know another name for the site ... www.milanbash.com with a new moto "Think bad and bash the team even before the competition start"  ... Isnt it great ?? We even might get some ultra Inter fans as mods just so they can cheer when that ugly son of a 3 legged goat Ibrahimovic scores against us ...

You just cant say one good thing about Milan, nothing is good for you . Youcant be satisfied, even for a team like Milan its unpossible to do so. We have to sign every player YOU like , otherwise we're crap. And btw , its your beloved don silvio who didnt sign Ibra , you're hero last year who was gonna save Milan from that idiot Galliani.

What right minded Milanfan will cheer for inter when they score against us ?

Oh i wont ban you Portugal , i'll ban myself in the end .
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I'm not going to answer any more of your posts mate. Really, I'm tired of talking and you always showing that lack of respect. You're too angry and agressive against my person. Just because of a prediction? Ibra? Maybe because of something else I don't get it... or just don't know it.

I'm tired of this OT talk. I'm done.

Posted by: KillerMax Sep 10 2006, 04:24 AM

This is going nowhere. You guys should really continue your conversation through PM.

Posted by: dst Sep 10 2006, 12:12 PM

QUOTE (aaron @ Sep 9 2006, 08:49 PM)
Rimini - Juventus: 1-1
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this is Serie B man ... it don't belong here!!! rolleyes.gif

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 9 2006, 09:50 PM)
Only Barcelona, Real Madrid, ManUtd, Chelsea can compete with them if you look at the entire-squad quality.
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Real Madrid and Inter are really the best in Europe!?!? ... are you comparing the rosters or the teams!!??? cause they are two entirely different factors ... both have great rostrers but with those teams of them they're going nowhere ... Inter will (if) only win the Scudetto because of the handicap!!!!


QUOTE (han2503 @ Sep 9 2006, 11:43 PM)
he is not of Milan class.
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how come ...

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 10 2006, 01:32 AM)
There's only 1 way to Inter lose points: Vieira injuried for long time.
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Vieira started good with Giuve last year too but he had a crap season overall!!! wink.gif The only way this is going to work for Merda is because the multiplication oh his bad luck and Inter's (both negative) come out as positive ... but then again I hope those bad lucks just be added and they go down even more!!!! tongue.gif devil.gif

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 10 2006, 03:10 AM)
A little bit. I'm Milanisti, and we have always faith on our team, but I'm just being realistic.
@LaPalma: Against us, I'm gonna scream even louder.
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I don't really like that celebration thing you "adopted" but at the same time I don't have a problem with it ... It'll just make Milan's win sweeter at the end of the day!!! smile.gif

BUT if by any chance Ibra scores against us and you're next to me doing yer thing ... I'm sorry man but I'm really gonna smack you right in the face!!!! biggrin.gif



This is all crap you two have been going on with ...

Posted by: misha Sep 10 2006, 04:44 PM

Other scores from today:

Atalanta 3 - 1 Ascoli

Cagliari 0 - 1 Catania

Chievo 1 - 2 Siena

Messina 1 - 0 Udinese

Palermo 4 - 3 Reggina

Sampdoria 1 - 2 Empoli

Posted by: han2503 Sep 10 2006, 09:05 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 10 2006, 11:12 AM)
how come ...
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I wasn't referring to quality. Because everyone can see that he is a very talented player.

To put it simply he is just way too arrogant and self obsessed to worry about the team he plays for and he doesn't really have any class, both on and off the pitch.

Oh and you're totally right on the whole Viera thing, I'll give him till xmas until he starts fading away

Posted by: dst Sep 11 2006, 10:49 AM

QUOTE (han2503 @ Sep 10 2006, 11:05 PM)
To put it simply he is just way too arrogant and self obsessed to worry about the team he plays for and he doesn't really have any class, both on and off the pitch.
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arrogant!!??? how did you found out??? huh.gif
From what I've seen ... he's everything but arrogant!!! still ... you know I've said before that I'm not so sure about him succeeding in Serie A and that's just a bias on his nationality ...

QUOTE (han2503 @ Sep 10 2006, 11:05 PM)
Oh and you're totally right on the whole Viera thing, I'll give him till xmas until he starts fading away
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just two more good games .... and that's it for the current season!!!

Posted by: han2503 Sep 11 2006, 02:00 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 11 2006, 09:49 AM)
arrogant!!??? how did you found out??? huh.gif 
From what I've seen ... he's everything but arrogant!!! still ... you know I've said before that I'm not so sure about him succeeding in Serie A and that's just a bias on his nationality ...
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Who are you talking about dst?, I was talking about Zlatan when I said that he was arrogant

Posted by: dst Sep 11 2006, 03:14 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ Sep 11 2006, 04:00 PM)
Who are you talking about dst?, I was talking about Zlatan when I said that he was arrogant
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oops yes I thought we were talking about Torres wacko.gif ... On the Ibra matter I suppose you're right but still ... I'd give him a chance. However Milan didn't, period!!!

Maybe Nesta (who has had two big fights with him in the past) even complained about him ... as long as Alessandro's happy I am too!!!!! king.gif

Posted by: han2503 Sep 11 2006, 04:20 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 11 2006, 02:14 PM)
oops yes I thought we were talking about Torres  wacko.gif ... On the Ibra matter I suppose you're right but still ... I'd give him a chance. However Milan didn't, period!!!

Maybe Nesta (who has had two big fights with him in the past) even complained about him ... as long as Alessandro's happy I am too!!!!! king.gif
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Exactly, Alessandro is twice as important as Ibra would have been for us, and in any case looks like we made the right decision with our newly signed Brazilian.

And I'm definately glad we didn't get Zlatan. No matter how many he scores and sets up for inter. (i'm sure he won't score that much. I'll try and catch the Inter CL match, he's gonna play, and I wanna see how he does, last time I saw him (against Werder Bremen) ho got caught off-side like a million times.

And btw dst, how did Torres come into your mind during this conversation? I don't even remember if he even got mentioned biggrin.gif

Posted by: KillerMax Sep 11 2006, 05:45 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ Sep 11 2006, 09:20 AM)
And btw dst, how did Torres come into your mind during this conversation? I don't even remember if he even got mentioned  biggrin.gif
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Because he is just awesome like that! biggrin.gif

Posted by: dst Sep 11 2006, 05:53 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ Sep 11 2006, 06:20 PM)
And btw dst, how did Torres come into your mind during this conversation? I don't even remember if he even got mentioned  biggrin.gif
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It's either the booze or the drugs that got me this time!!!! freak.gif

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Sep 11 2006, 07:45 PM)
Because he is just awesome like that! biggrin.gif
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... and that's exactly how pKillerMax would answer!!!! tongue.gif

Posted by: Portikins Sep 15 2006, 04:49 PM

Inter-Sampdoria ; tomorrow - Saturday at 19:30 (IT).

After losing in CL, I do not believe Inter will give any chance to Samp. But... you never know.

Posted by: han2503 Sep 15 2006, 05:52 PM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 15 2006, 03:49 PM)
Inter-Sampdoria ; tomorrow - Saturday at 19:30 (IT).

After losing in CL, I do not believe Inter will give any chance to Samp. But... you never know.
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Who knows? I think their moral is down, Moratti has just publicly blasted the players, and they have just lost to a team that they (on paper) should have disposed of quickly. This is turning out to be a repeat of last season for Inter devil.gif

Posted by: dst Sep 15 2006, 06:31 PM

Mancini drops Adriano

Friday 15 September, 2006

Roberto Mancini has hinted that Adriano will be benched again for Saturday’s clash with Sampdoria following Inter’s loss in Lisbon.

The tactician had suggested that Hernan Crespo and Zlatan Ibrahimovic forge a more reliable partnership and it looks as if L’Imperatore will be dropped for the second consecutive Serie A tie.

“I think this is the best possible solution, seeing the physical condition of all my players,” said the former Lazio and Sampdoria man.

“As for Adriano, I do for him exactly what I do for all the other players in my side. I am trying to help him return to top form as soon as possible. I don’t think it’s fair to say that he is the only one responsible for the Lisbon defeat.”

Adriano was again disappointing in Portugal and was replaced by Hernan Crespo in the closing stages of that 1-0 loss.

The Brazilian hasn't scored a Serie A goal for the Nerazzurri since their last meeting with Sampdoria on March 11.

“We have a match every three days and we are therefore forced to change something every time, to give all players a chance to rest.”

The Nerazzurri suffered a surprise defeat away to Sporting Lisbon in their Champions League debut and were strongly criticised by President Massimo Moratti, who said the team had “no excuses” for the loss.

“We are over the Lisbon defeat. We didn't play a great game, but we shouldn’t have lost,” said Mancio.

“We didn't do much to win and were probably still tired after the game in Florence. We have five more matches in this phase and I am sure we can still qualify,” added the Coach.

Mancini does not intend to review his tactics for the match with Sampdoria and confirms that he always fields a 4-4-2 formation.

“We always play that way, the men are always the same. Most of the times we play with a four-man midfield line, but we sometimes use a diamond formation to give players like Luis Figo the chance to better express themselves.”


http://www.channel4.com/sport/football_italia/sep15l.html

Posted by: dst Sep 15 2006, 06:34 PM

riot's waiting on the edge of it's feather to fly!!!! rolleyes.gif

Posted by: misha Sep 15 2006, 06:35 PM

QUOTE
  devil.gif
Mancini keen to make amends

Inter Milan boss Roberto Mancini wants his team to bounce straight back this weekend following their midweek Champions League defeat.
Hopes were high that Inter might challenge for both the Scudetto and the Champions League this campaign but they tasted defeat at the first time of asking in Europe this week, with a 1-0 reverse at Sporting Lisbon. 
 
Club president Massimo Moratti has already expressed his displeasure at the midweek result and heaped pressure on the manager, who many thought might be shown the door at the end of last season. 
Mancini entertains his old side Sampdoria at the weekend and is desperate for a victory to settle the nerves at the San Siro. 
Despite having happy memories at his time with the Genoa side Mancini wants all three points on Saturday evening. 
http://www.clubcall.com/index.jsp?storyID=291189
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Posted by: dst Sep 15 2006, 06:38 PM

is there anyone worse than Mancini!!???? hmm ... Eriksson!!?? I hope he's coming biggrin.gif

Posted by: Jack Sparrow Sep 15 2006, 06:43 PM

laugh.gif Eriksson yeah...he'd probably pick out all the players out of form and keep playing them hopeing to get them bak in touch. Good for Milan, nothing changes for Inter. biggrin.gif

Posted by: misha Sep 15 2006, 06:45 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 15 2006, 08:38 PM)
is there anyone worse than Mancini!!???? hmm ... Eriksson!!?? I hope he's coming biggrin.gif
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I have read today that Moratti wants Mourinho to come (he liked when Jose said that Inter are favorites for the CL) , but I think he is smart enough not to go there smile.gif

Posted by: X-Offender Sep 15 2006, 11:33 PM

QUOTE (mishale @ Sep 15 2006, 06:45 PM)
I have read today that Moratti wants Mourinho to come (he liked when Jose said that Inter are favorites for the CL) , but I think he is smart enough not to go there smile.gif
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He actually said that? Hmmm, I remember him bashing Inter saying they're not the Italy champions, they finished 3rd last year and they should be treated that way. I don't think Mourinho likes Inter.

Posted by: GULLIVER Sep 15 2006, 11:35 PM

QUOTE (X-Offender @ Sep 16 2006, 02:33 AM)
He actually said that? Hmmm, I remember him bashing Inter saying they're not the Italy champions, they finished 3rd last year and they should be treated that way. I don't think Mourinho likes Inter.
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Mourinho likes money, a looot. And guess what!!!! rolleyes.gif Moratti has looots of them laugh.gif

Posted by: han2503 Sep 16 2006, 12:03 AM

Portugal. Did you ever agree to my bet? The one of us being past inter by xmas time? I don't trecall you ever did agree with it, I suppose you wouldn't want to take me up on it now would you seeing that Inter are already slipping into the twilight zone and the season has ONLY JUST BEGUN. devil.gif

Btw dst, you're right. I can't wait fot the next riot to happen from the Inter fans. devil.gif

Posted by: misha Sep 16 2006, 01:29 AM

QUOTE (X-Offender @ Sep 16 2006, 01:33 AM)
He actually said that? Hmmm, I remember him bashing Inter saying they're not the Italy champions, they finished 3rd last year and they should be treated that way. I don't think Mourinho likes Inter.
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Yea.
QUOTE
"When you speak about the players Chelsea bought, I think it's correct to say Chelsea should be stronger and should be contenders.

"But you should not forget the other teams. You have a minimum of 10 teams who can win it."

Of those ten, Mourinho reckons Serie A favourites Internazionale of Milan are the strongest, but he is braced for a stern examinatuion of his own side's credentials from Bremen in tonight's opener.

"In terms of numbers and quality, I think Inter Milan have the best squad in the world at the moment," said Mourinho.
http://www.goal.com/en/Articolo.aspx?ContenutoId=125680
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Posted by: dst Sep 16 2006, 07:44 PM

I think we need to take Roma more seriously ... I can see Inter slipping up goofy points but I think Roma could make it if we don't!!!

Posted by: Portikins Sep 16 2006, 07:52 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ Sep 15 2006, 11:03 PM)
Portugal. Did you ever agree to my bet? The one of us being past inter by xmas time? I don't trecall you ever did agree with it, I suppose you wouldn't want to take me up on it now would you seeing that Inter are already slipping into the twilight zone and the season has ONLY JUST BEGUN.  devil.gif

Btw dst, you're right. I can't wait fot the next riot to happen from the Inter fans.  devil.gif
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Long-term predictions are always risky. I hope you're right, but I doubt.

Inter is playing at the moment. 20 min: 0-0. Adriano out of Mancini options. It's obvious he wants Madrid. He's tired of Inter.

Posted by: misha Sep 16 2006, 08:15 PM

Inter are playing good but Sampdoria keeper is amazing until now (42 min)

Posted by: han2503 Sep 16 2006, 08:16 PM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 16 2006, 06:52 PM)
Long-term predictions are always risky. I hope you're right, but I doubt.

Inter is playing at the moment. 20 min: 0-0. Adriano out of Mancini options. It's obvious he wants Madrid. He's tired of Inter.
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Ok I'll give you that, but I'm still confident that I'm right about them. And as dst mentioned, we should probably worry more about Roma.

So how are things going in the match? Is it over?

Posted by: misha Sep 16 2006, 08:19 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ Sep 16 2006, 10:16 PM)
So how are things going in the match? Is it over?
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0:0 almost half time

Posted by: misha Sep 16 2006, 08:38 PM

Penalty for Sampdoria and 1:0. FLACHI

Posted by: han2503 Sep 16 2006, 08:51 PM

QUOTE (mishale @ Sep 16 2006, 07:38 PM)
Penalty for Sampdoria and 1:0. FLACHI
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YESS PLS god let Sampdoria hold the lead so by the next 2 games we will catch them

Posted by: misha Sep 16 2006, 08:55 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ Sep 16 2006, 10:51 PM)
YESS PLS god let Sampdoria hold the lead so by the next 2 games we will catch them
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Inter are pressing hard but still 1:0 (65min)

Posted by: misha Sep 16 2006, 09:10 PM

F@ck F@ck F@ck own goal 1:1 sad.gif (80min)

Posted by: han2503 Sep 16 2006, 09:18 PM

QUOTE (mishale @ Sep 16 2006, 08:10 PM)
F@ck F@ck F@ck own goal 1:1 sad.gif  (80min)
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Damn!! Who was the stupid idiot that did that?

But they better atleast hold on to the draw.

Posted by: Portikins Sep 16 2006, 09:26 PM

IT'S OVER.

INTER 1-1 SAMPDORIA! THANK YOU SAMPDORIA!
cool.gif

Now, it's our time. We CAN'T lose points tomorrow.

Posted by: han2503 Sep 16 2006, 09:29 PM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 16 2006, 08:26 PM)
IT'S OVER.

INTER 1-1 SAMPDORIA! THANK YOU SAMPDORIA!
  cool.gif

Now, it's our time. We CAN'T lose points tomorrow.
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This is great. Now it's time for us to strike back. I hope that because of this the players won't lose focus.

If we win against Parma then by the next game we can start going on POSITIVE points if we also win against Ascoli.

Let's hope that Inter continue to tumble. Who are they going to play on wednesday?

Posted by: misha Sep 16 2006, 09:30 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ Sep 16 2006, 11:18 PM)
Damn!! Who was the stupid idiot that did that?
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Bonani

Inter had so may chances but the screw it up as always. Sampdoria keeper was great

Posted by: misha Sep 16 2006, 09:31 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ Sep 16 2006, 11:29 PM)
This is great.  Now it's time for us to strike back. I hope that because of this the players won't lose focus.

If we win against Parma then by the next game we can start going on POSITIVE points if we also win against Ascoli.

Let's hope that Inter continue to tumble. Who are they going to play on wednesday?
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Roma smile.gif

Posted by: Portikins Sep 16 2006, 09:34 PM

Yeah. On Wednesday we get Ascoli in San Siro, and Inter plays in the Olimpico vs. Roma.

Posted by: han2503 Sep 16 2006, 09:43 PM

QUOTE (mishale @ Sep 16 2006, 08:31 PM)
Roma  smile.gif
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QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 16 2006, 08:34 PM)
Yeah. On Wednesday we get Ascoli in San Siro, and Inter plays in the Olimpico vs. Roma.
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devil.gif devil.gif devil.gif

Now we habe been dealth a great hand, it's up to us not to screw it up. Considering how charged up all our players are I think it's safe to say we will get all 6 points, but sh!t happens so we need to keep focused.

I think that us catching the merda is going to be MUCH more faster then I thought.

I think the best rusult out of the Roma Inter match for us would be for them to draw, since both are the big competitors.

Posted by: X-Offender Sep 16 2006, 09:52 PM

Inter played bad, had a couple of golden occasions, but in general they played a bad game. A draw was the most fair result IMO. On Wednesday they have a very tough match, and I think they might even lose it. But still I would prefer a draw, cause as dst said, Roma are a serious threat.

Posted by: dst Sep 16 2006, 10:27 PM

biggrin.gif biggrin.gif biggrin.gif

if we win the two upcoming games we'll have 1 point!!!! (Isn't it funny???) And Inter will probably have 4 or 5!!!! Even though 4 looks nice we definetely don't want Roma to win that game ... we'll see ... the sure thing is that either Roma or Merda will lose some points at the Olympico!!!! devil.gif

Forza Mancini!!!!!!!!!

Posted by: misha Sep 16 2006, 10:38 PM

QUOTE
Inter 1 - 1 Sampdoria
Flachi pen 48 (S), Bonanni og 80 (I)

Inter had two goals disallowed, but only earned a point against Sampdoria at San Siro thanks to a late own goal. The Blucerchiati can't celebrate too much, as they set a new club record, extending their winless Serie A streak to 15 games.

The Nerazzurri needed a positive performance to wipe away the bitterness of their midweek Champions League defeat at Sporting Lisbon and Adriano paid the price, dropped again in favour of Hernan Crespo and Zlatan Ibrahimovic. With Esteban Cambiasso still injured, Mariano Gonzalez made a midfield start.

Sampdoria had Giulio Falcone and Gennaro Del Vecchio suspended after their shock 2-1 home defeat to Empoli and fielded a completely renovated defence. That result equalled their club record of 14 Serie A games without a win.

Marco Materazzi charged down a Francesco Flachi effort, while Dejan Stankovic had penalty appeals rejected for Parola's clumsy challenge. Luca Castellazzi did well to grip Maicon's header to the ground.

The Sampdoria goalkeeper performed a remarkable double save on both Ibrahimovic's right-foot shot into the ground and the Maicon rebound from point-blank range.

The visitors lost Parola to a head injury early on, making way for Franceschini. Flachi almost created an opener for Emiliano Bonazzoli, who was at full stretch in his bid to turn in at the far post.

Castellazzi was on spectacular form and performed another crucial save to keep out Crespo, who latched on to Ibrahimovic's headed assist. Ibra's backheel then sent Mariano Gonazlez running, but the Samp defence scrambled clear.

Sampdoria also had a chance before the break for Bonazzoli, but Flachi put so much effort into keeping his cross in play that he clattered head first into the advertising boards and a photographer behind them.

Even in 10 men the Blucerchiati nearly took the lead in first half stoppages, as they won back the ball and Ruben Olivera volleyed over the bar from a promising position.

The start of the second half was certainly eventful. Within the opening 90 seconds Crespo had deflected a Maicon shot, but not enough to beat Castellazzi, then Ivan Cordoba pushed Flachi for a penalty. The Colombian was already on a booking, so fortunate not to receive a second card. Flachi got back up to convert the spot-kick through the centre and give Sampdoria a shock lead.

Ibrahimovic nodded a Dejan Stankovic free kick over the bar, but Ibra's header from a Gonzalez cross was just past both the far post and a Crespo who came diving in.

The Swede ran rings around Luigi Sala, but chose to drill off target when he could've set up Stankovic. Inter needed reinforcements and introduced Luis Figo for Mariano Gonzalez.

Castellazzi blocked a long-range Javier Zanetti strike, but at the other end Julio Cesar mis-timed his run on a throw-in and Marco Materazzi had to clear the danger from Flachi.

Figo rose above the crowd to head a Stankovic cross from the left, but it was just past the far post.

Cordoba was left with a bloody nose from an accidental Bonazzoli elbow, then Figo wasted a golden opportunity by mis-kicking the ball and getting it tangled up between his legs from eight yards.

Patrick Vieira thought he'd equalised on 70 minutes, but he was judged offside when he smashed Ibrahimovic's cross into the net. The replays suggest it was an extremely tight decision.

Christian Maggio did well to push a cross away moments before it got to the head of Ibrahimovic, then Olivier Dacourt skipped past two players and his strike was deflected over the bar off Sala's back.

In a desperate bid to earn at least a point from this game, Roberto Mancini introduced Adriano for Stankovic, playing a 4-2-3-1 system with Crespo the centre-forward.

Zanetti had another good opportunity, but when Inter finally did equalise, it was thanks to a comical own goal. Figo's corner kick went past Castellazzi and ricocheted into the net off Massimo Bonanni's head.

Sampdoria have terrible memories of San Siro, where they were winning 2-0 at the 90th minute only to lose 3-2 in an extraordinary encounter. Adriano did hit the back of the net soon after with a header, but it was disallowed for a push on the defender.

Maicon drilled well over from the edge of the area, but Samp also threatened with a long-range Franceschini effort. Ibrahimovic tried to score from an impossible angle deep into stoppages, but it ended with a share of the points and yet more criticism for Mancini's Nerazzurri all-stars.

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Posted by: dst Sep 16 2006, 10:52 PM

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Inter had two goals disallowed

ohmy.gif For God's sake now Rossi give them the title right away, soon enough before you leave!!!! puke.gif

Oh but ...
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The Colombian was already on a booking, so fortunate not to receive a second card.

ahem ... last time I checked 'The Book' still read that a yellow card is given when a penalty is inflicted ... rolleyes.gif


I won't say that the ref is also 'fortunate' (cause I really don't believe that's the case) but for God's sake I would have done a better job!!! Find some good ref!!!!!!!!!!!! mad.gif

Posted by: arivanjj Sep 17 2006, 12:11 AM

great result, tomorrow a win for us is a must.

Posted by: GULLIVER Sep 17 2006, 07:53 AM

Good, damn good. Inter will draw and lose more matches then usual . cool.gif loool.

THey suck. but what a game by Ibrahimovich. Fantastic, just beautiful.

Posted by: misha Sep 17 2006, 04:03 PM

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  Ascoli 1 - 1 Messina

  Catania 0 - 0 Atalanta

  Empoli 1 - 1 Chievo

  Lazio 1 - 2 Palermo

  Livorno 1 - 0 Fiorentina  ohmy.gif

  Siena 1 - 3 AS Roma  sad.gif

  Udinese 2 - 0 Torino
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Posted by: amancik Sep 17 2006, 04:06 PM

noooo!!! Fiorentina lost in two consecutive games ... they really are under pressure now ohmy.gif

Posted by: misha Sep 17 2006, 04:07 PM

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Pagliuca sets new Serie A record 

Former Italy number one Pagliuca has passed Dino Zoff's record
Gianluca Pagliuca broke Dina Zoff's Serie A appearance record for a goalkeeper when he started for Ascoli at Messina on Sunday.
The 39-year-old former Italy international made his 570th appearance to set the new mark.

Former Bologna, Sampdoria and Inter Milan keeper Pagliuca was Italy's first choice at the 1994 World Cup.

AC Milan captain Paolo Maldini is the overall record holder, with 583 appearances, and he is still playing.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/europe/5354172.stm
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Posted by: LaPalma Sep 17 2006, 04:39 PM

QUOTE (mishale @ Sep 17 2006, 03:07 PM)
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Pagliuca is a legend, 570 caps is great, especially considering he's still a good GK...but no need to mention Paolo is even bigger cool.gif

Posted by: dst Sep 17 2006, 04:40 PM

well I think that at least Fiorentina (if not Lazio too) will be fighting to avoid relegation by the end of the season!!!!


Torino lost!!! Damn!!! sad.gif
Palermo are looking good!!! huh.gif

Posted by: X-Offender Sep 17 2006, 04:43 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 17 2006, 04:40 PM)
well I think that at least Fiorentina (if not Lazio too) will be fighting to avoid relegation by the end of the season!!!!
Torino lost!!! Damn!!! sad.gif 
Palermo are looking good!!! huh.gif
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Man you should have watched Palermo's keeper Agliardi in the 1st half, he was phenomenal, I would give him a 10, but since I didn't watched the 2nd half I don't wanna judge.

Posted by: dst Sep 17 2006, 04:49 PM

QUOTE (X-Offender @ Sep 17 2006, 06:43 PM)
Man you should have watched Palermo's keeper Agliardi in the 1st half, he was phenomenal, I would give him a 10, but since I didn't watched the 2nd half I don't wanna judge.
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hmm ... he's only 23 ... I honestly don't recall hearing his name anywhere but I'll be sure to keep an eye on him!!!

Posted by: han2503 Sep 17 2006, 05:14 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 17 2006, 03:40 PM)
well I think that at least Fiorentina (if not Lazio too) will be fighting to avoid relegation by the end of the season!!!!
Torino lost!!! Damn!!! sad.gif 
Palermo are looking good!!! huh.gif
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Fiorentina and Lazio will surely be fighting to stay in the top flight, I gues Toni and some other players could leave them in that january tranfer window if they see that the club isn't going anywhere.

And could it be that Palermo may have a decent chance this year for the title, they seem like they can be seriously called contenders this season. Or will they begin to stumble as the season wears on? I think that the 2nd option is more realistic for them.

Posted by: misha Sep 17 2006, 05:34 PM

QUOTE (LaPalma @ Sep 17 2006, 06:39 PM)
Pagliuca is a legend, 570 caps is great, especially considering he's still a good GK...but no need to mention Paolo is even bigger cool.gif
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Yea, I remember his great performances in 1994WC ,but it ended with that damn penalty kicks

Posted by: dst Sep 17 2006, 06:16 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ Sep 17 2006, 07:14 PM)
And could it be that Palermo may have a decent chance this year for the title, they seem like they can be seriously called contenders this season. Or will they begin to stumble as the season wears on? I think that the 2nd option is more realistic for them.
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No way man ... realistic target would be 4th place!!!!

Posted by: KillerMax Sep 17 2006, 06:36 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 17 2006, 11:16 AM)
No way man ... realistic target would be 4th place!!!!
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I think they can do better than Inter this season. I like Palermo. Roma and Palermo should make an intersrting rivalry this season.

Posted by: dst Sep 17 2006, 06:38 PM

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Sep 17 2006, 08:36 PM)
I think they can do better than Inter this season.
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I don't know why but this made me laugh ... I think we are underestimating Inter a little bit too much there ... Palermo is a mid-table team!!!

Posted by: LaPalma Sep 17 2006, 06:44 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 17 2006, 05:38 PM)
I don't know why but this made me laugh ... I think we are underestimating Inter a little bit too much there ... Palermo is a mid-table team!!!
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You CAN'T UNDERESTIMATE Inter....
No honestly, I don't think Palermo will be this good the entire season, but you never know...

Posted by: KillerMax Sep 17 2006, 06:49 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 17 2006, 11:38 AM)
I don't know why but this made me laugh ... I think we are underestimating Inter a little bit too much there ... Palermo is a mid-table team!!!
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I think Palermo have young and talented players. They are somewhat a weaker version of Roma.

Posted by: dst Sep 17 2006, 06:49 PM

QUOTE (LaPalma @ Sep 17 2006, 08:44 PM)
You CAN'T UNDERESTIMATE Inter....
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well ofcourse, there's not much job to be done on that part but still if Palermo somehow manages to finish above them they have to call it quits and close the club down!!!!

Posted by: KillerMax Sep 17 2006, 06:51 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 17 2006, 11:49 AM)
well ofcourse, there's not much job to be done on that part but still if Palermo somehow manages to finish above them they have to call it quits and close the club down!!!!
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NOO!!!!!!!!!! Serie A won't be as much fun without Merda!!!!!

Posted by: misha Sep 17 2006, 06:51 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 17 2006, 08:49 PM)
well ofcourse, there's not much job to be done on that part but still if Palermo somehow manages to finish above them they have to call it quits and close the club down!!!!
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They should have done it a long time ago biggrin.gif

Posted by: LaPalma Sep 17 2006, 06:54 PM

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Sep 17 2006, 05:51 PM)
NOO!!!!!!!!!! Serie A won't be as much fun without Merda!!!!!
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Yeah, it would be a place with less fun.... cool.gif

Posted by: dst Sep 17 2006, 06:54 PM

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Sep 17 2006, 08:49 PM)
I think Palermo have young and talented players. They are somewhat a weaker version of Roma.
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Whatever, they'll slip a lot guys ... two wins in two games do not make them so good as to fight for second place!!!

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Sep 17 2006, 08:51 PM)
NOO!!!!!!!!!! Serie A won't be as much fun without Merda!!!!!
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I know biggrin.gif

QUOTE (mishale @ Sep 17 2006, 08:51 PM)
They should have done it a long time ago biggrin.gif
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well if not anything else you have to praise their fighting spirit!!!! laugh.gif laugh.gif laugh.gif

Posted by: misha Sep 17 2006, 07:04 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 17 2006, 08:54 PM)
well if not anything else you have to praise their fighting spirit!!!!  laugh.gif  laugh.gif  laugh.gif
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And their faith. (Year after year...) smile.gif

Posted by: KillerMax Sep 17 2006, 07:08 PM

QUOTE (mishale @ Sep 17 2006, 12:04 PM)
And their faith. (Year after year...) smile.gif
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They don't have faith... They have hope every year and after mid season that's gone too. smile.gif

Posted by: LaPalma Sep 17 2006, 07:15 PM

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Sep 17 2006, 06:08 PM)
They don't have faith... They have hope every year and after mid season that's gone too. smile.gif
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Hmm, you're right, I guess that means the color of hope Isn't green but black and blue wink.gif

Posted by: dst Sep 17 2006, 09:44 PM

QUOTE (LaPalma @ Sep 17 2006, 09:15 PM)
Hmm, you're right, I guess that means the color of hope Isn't green but black and blue wink.gif
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no black and blue is the color of 'not another Coppa Italia please'!!!??? tongue.gif

Posted by: han2503 Sep 17 2006, 09:50 PM

Serie A week 2

Ascoli 1-1 Messina
Catania 0-0 Atalanta
Empoli 1-1 Chievo
Inter 1-1 Sampdoria
Lazio 1-2 Palermo
Livorno 1-0 Fiorentina
Parma 0-2 Milan
Reggina 2-1 Cagliari
Siena 1-3 Roma

Posted by: Portikins Sep 18 2006, 12:04 PM

Hum... for Wednesday I don't know. What would be better? A draw? I don't know. I want to laugh a bit, so I'll probably like a Roma win. Inter will be in deep chaos if that happens.

That's what I would like. But... somehow I think Inter will win this one. It's like this... they can't afford to lose. I mean, in 3 rounds and the super-mega-ultra-Inter with all those superstars 5 points behind Roma? rolleyes.gif

Posted by: dst Sep 18 2006, 12:56 PM

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In addition, Inter may consider making a new attempt to sign Gianluigi Buffon, as both Francesco Toldo and Julio Cesar are struggling to secure the No 1 jersey.

Juventus have so far resisted all overtures for the World Cup winner, but may change their mind in January if Inter were to make an adequate offer.

Football Italia


I'd hate it if this came through!!!! mad.gif

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Sep 18 2006, 03:28 PM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 18 2006, 02:04 PM)
Hum... for Wednesday I don't know. What would be better? A draw? I don't know. I want to laugh a bit, so I'll probably like a Roma win. Inter will be in deep chaos if that happens.

That's what I would like. But... somehow I think Inter will win this one. It's like this... they can't afford to lose. I mean, in 3 rounds and the super-mega-ultra-Inter with all those superstars 5 points behind Roma?  rolleyes.gif
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I am w/ u on this .. I dont know what I want .. Roma or Inter to win, in any senario I think it will be better for us as it will cut the deficit on anyone of these two opponents.

But what I fear most is a surprise from the small teams, I mean they could cause a lot of probs for us and the compeditors, bcz of the calciopoli incidents, they would take advantage and aim higher this season.

Posted by: han2503 Sep 18 2006, 05:42 PM

I think that a Roma Inter draw is the best result, now is not the time to make fun of them (this is aimed at you Portugal, how dare you be disrespectful to the champions tongue.gif ). We can make fun of them when they lose the league, when it had practically been given to them before the season started, but now it's time to see what would profit us the most and that would be a draw, between them.

Posted by: misha Sep 18 2006, 06:08 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ Sep 18 2006, 07:42 PM)
I think that a Roma Inter draw is the best result We can make fun of them when they lose the league, when it had practically been given to them before the season started, but now it's time to see what would profit us the most and that would be a draw, between them.
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Another thing great in being Milan fan that you can always make fun of Inter smile.gif

I would like draw or Roma win. It will be easier to catch Rome later on.
QUOTE (han2503 @ Sep 18 2006, 07:42 PM)
now is not the time to make fun of them (this is aimed at you Portugal, how dare you be disrespectful to the champions  tongue.gif ).
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Posted by: misha Sep 18 2006, 07:15 PM

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Sicilian rivals resume Serie A rivalry after 43-year gap


ROME, Sept 18 (Reuters) - Connoisseurs of Italian football have a treat to savour on Wednesday when Sicilian rivals Palermo and Catania resume an ancient rivalry.

The last top-flight derby between the two was in 1963 although the passions surrounding their meetings have not cooled in the intervening years.

"I'm only 45 years old, so I'm a little young to remember the last one," the sports editor of La Sicilia newspaper, Antonio Fiasconaro, told Reuters.


"But there isn't a match like it. It's the mother of all derbies.

"There has always been an intense rivalry between the two cities, and it's not just limited to football.

"Palermo and Catania are rivals in everything: business, culture, art - you name it. So both sets of fans will see the match as a chance to get one up on the others."

The last time the teams played each other, in April 2004, they were both in Serie B.

Palermo crushed mid-table Catania 5-0 on their way to winning promotion.
Since then, Palermo have developed into one of the strongest sides in Italy.

Canny transfer deals and the return of Francesco Guidolin -- the coach who led them to promotion in 2004 and a fifth-place finish in Serie A the following year -- has made them widely-tipped for a top-four finish this season.

Catania, meanwhile, regained their top-flight status after finishing second in Serie B last season.

Promotion capped a 13-year climb through the divisions which began in 1993 when Catania were thrown into Italy's Eccellenza league, on the fringes of professional football in Italy, for financial irregularities.


Now, with three teams in Serie A -- the other being Messina -- Sicilian football has never looked in such good health.

"It's a very exciting moment for Sicilian football," said Fiasconaro.

"Palermo have won their last three matches, including an historic win over West Ham in the UEFA Cup.

"They have scored six goals in two games in Serie A so far and are the most prolific team in the division, while Catania have yet to concede a goal," he said.

"Obviously I'd say Palermo were favourites, but Catania haven't played any European football. They are fresher, and it's a derby -- anything can happen".

http://today.reuters.co.uk/news/articlenews.aspx?type=worldFootballNews&storyid=2006-09-18T155033Z_01_L18849316_RTRIDST_0_SPORT-SOCCER-SICILY.XML&src=rss
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Posted by: LaPalma Sep 18 2006, 07:23 PM

QUOTE (mishale @ Sep 18 2006, 05:08 PM)
Another thing great in being Milan fan that you can always make fun of Inter smile.gif

I would like draw or Roma win. It will be easier to catch Rome later on.

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100% agree.
A draw would be as perfect as making fun of Inter again biggrin.gif

Posted by: han2503 Sep 19 2006, 10:55 PM

Serie A General Preview: Wild Wednesday

Round 3 – Wednesday 20/9/06

Atalanta - Empoli
Cagliari - Livorno
Chievo - Lazio
Fiorentina - Parma
Messina - Reggina

Milan - Ascoli
Palermo - Catania
Roma - Inter
Sampdoria - Udinese
Torino - Siena


The undoubted highlights of this week’s Serie A midweek mayhem are two key clashes that bring big names face-to-face. AS Roma host Inter Milan with the Giallorossi sitting pretty on top of Serie A after taking over from the Nerazzurri, who slumped into fourth place after their insipid home draw against Sampdoria in the Saturday San Siro stalemate.

In fact it’s been exactly ten days since the last Interista scored as the binary draw was nabbed thanks to a Bonanni own goal ten minutes from time after Flachi’s 48th minute penalty put the visitors ahead. Last season’s Olímpico match also ended in deadlock with Taddei and Materazzi topping and tailing the game in the 9th and 89th minutes.

The last win between the two teams dates back to October 2005: Both Totti (pre-broken ankle) and Adriano (pre-weight gain drama) bagging braces but Montella’s opener for AS Roma made the difference and the honours went to the Romans who marched out of San Siro with three points. Both results combined to enable AS Roma’s ‘Magica’ to behead ‘Il Biscione’ on aggregate.

Given last season’s background and current form it’s arguable that the Giallorossi will leave Inter black and blue. Inter have been dependent on the work of Esteban Cambiasso and Zlatan Ibrahimovic to do their scoring so far, whereas Roma have shown they can share things out with Pizarro, Mancini, Rossi, Chuka and Taddei all getting a pizza the action.

Things haven’t been helped by Adriano’s ‘unhappiness’ and Mihajlovic jibes at the fact that the Emperor is a little too chubby to play his best game right now, and ex-Inter man Pizarro has been keen to twist the knife in Mancini’s side by telling Inter to get used to seeing Roma ahead of them as the season unfolds.

Inter do have the fact that they won the Italian Super Cup with a close 4-3 aggregate on their side - but looking back in history AS Roma hold the overall edge over the visitors with 31 wins compared to 24 Nerazzurri victories The remaining 20 ended up with both sides nabbing a point apiece: a final scoreline that many have predicted already.

Possible First Elevens (Unconfirmed)

ROMA (4-4-2): Doni; Panucci, Mexes, Ferrari, Chivu; Pizarro, Perrotta, De Rossi, Mancini, Taddei; Totti

INTER (4-4-2): Toldo; J.Zanetti, Samuel, Materazzi, Grosso; Vieira, Dacourt, Stankovic, Figo; Ibrahimovic, Crespo

Fiorentina and Parma come together for another mouth-watering clash of titans despite the Viola still being hamstrung by the Calciopoli punishment and their own execrable play so far this season. Two defeats have left the Florentines with egg on their faces; only Luca Toni saving himself with the brace against Inter in a home opener that ended in defeat.

The late double-tap wasn’t enough to overcome the damage done by an inspired Cambiasso and an Ibrahimovic making an impact on his debut with the Nerazzurri. To add insult to injury Livorno’s Lucarelli rubbed salt in the Tuscan wounds with a lone goal that leaves the Viola without a single point – and with a lot to prove tomorrow.

Looking back at last season ACF Fiorentina can take heart by remembering an aggregate 8-3 hammering of FC Parma. The home opener at the Stadio Artemio Franchi saw Toni wallop in a hat-trick punctuated by a Fiore goal that made Grella’s goal for the ‘Gialloblu’ a mere consolation present as the visitors were air-dried and eaten whole by the hosts.

The return seemed set for Parma to get their revenge as Fabio Simplicio slotted home an early penalty and Mark Bresciano put the hosts two up, but Fiorentina turned the tables through a Bojinov brace (35 & 39 mins), Jørgensen (48 min ) and a final Jimenez (68 min) strike to leave the Ennio Tardini stadium between silent tears and apoplectic rage.

Parma could theoretically be considered to have the edge this season as they’ve actually salvaged a point thanks to a Budan goal against Torino at the Delle Alpi in the opening match, but slipping from 9th to 14th after AC Milan came, saw and conquered last Sunday isn’t exactly the best calling card for the visitors to look back on.

Perhaps an angry Morfeo will provide a metamorphosis; the playmaker having been discarded by Fiorentina and eager to show just why his ex-club made a mistake. Although Parma were smoked by AC Milan, Domenico showed class that could be just the tonic if he receives decent support from the rest of the team.

Possible First Elevens (Unconfirmed)

FIORENTINA (4-2-3-1): Frey; Ujfalusi, Dainelli, Gamberini, Potenza; Blasi, Donadel; Jorgensen, Montolivo, Mutu; Toni

PARMA (4-2-3-1): De Lucia; Coly, Paci, Contini, Castellini; Grella, Ciaramitaro; Gasbarroni, Morfeo, Pisanu; Budan

AC Milan welcome minnows Ascoli to San Siro with an unbeatable start to the season under their belt – if one takes away the Calciopoli punishment handed down after last year’s revelations hit the Calcio and slapped wrists by giving certain clubs a handicap to start with.

This explains why the Rossoneri are lounging in the lower depths in a hellish 17th place despite two straight wins. ‘Il Diavolo’ may not have lived up to their nickname with entirely devilish behaviour, but it’ll take more angelic play from Ancelotti’s boys to dig their way out of purgatory.

Kaká is still showing just why he’s one of the most coveted midfielders alive and can now count on yet another fellow Brazilian as Ricardo Oliveira has bounced around from Real Betis to São Paulo and back before being bagged in yet another smart deal by Berlusconi’s execs.

Both have already scored this season, together with veterans Seedorf and Inzaghi, showing that AC Milan offer danger from all angles. The foursome should be present tomorrow, although doubts do surround whether or nor Ambrosini will get the nod before the Dutchman.

What is certain that is that Ascoli may not present a threat on paper, but the ‘Picchio’ (woodpecker) gave a headache to the big boys from Milan last season. The first match ended in a 1-1 draw at the Cino e Lillo del Duca stadium and the San Siro return game in January ended with a chillingly slim 1-0 win as Milan couldn’t improve on Inzaghi’s 4th minute goal.

Ascoli – actually founded a year before the Milanese club – are in 13th place after improving on the 3-1 debut defeat at Atalanta with Sunday’s home draw against Messina. Perrulli and Bjelanovic are the marksmen so far, although Ascoli stand out more for their defensive solidity than any offensive flair. ‘Il Picchio’ may well play a 4-5-1 with Bjelanovic as the lone danger man.

Possible First Elevens (Unconfirmed)

MILAN (4-3-1-2): Dida; Cafú, Bonera, Nesta, Jankulovski; Pirlo, Gattuso, Seedorf (Ambrosini); Kaká; Oliveira and Inzaghi

ASCOLI (4-5-1): Pagliuca; Foglio, Nastase, Cudini, Lukovic; Giampà, Pecchia, Zanetti, Fini, Perrulli; Bjelanovic

Chievo host Lazio up in Verona with the visiting Biancocelesti in dire need of a victory after two losses have seen the Romans sunk to 18th place whilst cross-town arch-rivals AS Roma are off to a ‘Magica’ start with the polar opposite haul of two wins in a row.

The hosts have been slapped sideways by an unexpected 2-0 bashing by Portuguese outfit Sporting Braga in the UEFA Cup first leg – to add insult to the CL elimination – that has cast doubts on their ability to contain a wounded Lazio.

Last weekend’s draw with Empoli ameliorated the initial home defeat to Siena, and looking back at last season Chievo can take heart from two draws against the Biancocelesti. Both matches ended in a 2-2 stalemate: Tiribocchi’s late brace in the first half being spoilt by an Oddo penalty that added to Mauri’s first half strike to nail a draw for the Romans.

This season's starter saw the team from the capital handed a defeat they couldn’t refuse by Palermo at the Olímpico thanks to a first half brace from Michele that Rocchi’s 73rd minute goal couldn’t overturn. Last Sunday it was Makinwa’s turn to grab cold consolation in Milan.

Mudingayi and Manfredini are slated to make it into the first eleven as Valon Behrami and Mutarelli are in dry dock. It’ll also be a case of déjà vu for Oddo and Siviglia as they return to the stage where they made their debuts.

With Amauri now at Palermo there’s a certain lack of bite with Pellissier out injured. The Brazilian has been sorely missed in the first two matches as Centre-back Mandelli is, so far, the only other scorer for Chievo.

Possible First Elevens (Unconfirmed)

CHIEVO (4-4-2): Squizzi; Moro, Mandelli, Scurto, Lanna; Semioli, Giunti, Brighi, Marcolini; Tiribocchi, Bruno

LAZIO (4-4-2): Peruzzi; Oddo, Siviglia, Stendardo, Zauri; Manfredini, Mudingayi, Ledesma, Mauri; Rocchi, Makinwa

The Sampdoria and Udinese match brings together two teams hovering around mid-table, although the team from Udine is in far better emotional shape as the Blucerchiati have gone a jaw-droppingly poor 15 games without a win and Bonanni’s own goal against Inter was enough to get Samp fans tearing their hair out with frustration as the curse continued.

The stripy Zebrette have gone from cold to hot after the opening defeat to Messina was contrasted by Sunday’s welcome win over Torino at the Friuli stadium. New boy from Brazil Felipe impressed with the sort of volley that’s worth replaying in slow-mo. Casting our minds back to last year’s confrontations also saw Udinese come out on top.

The first game was almost at Xmas and Zapata put the Zebrette hosts ahead in the 61st minute; Blucerchiati boy Castellini handing Udinese an early present with an own goal ten minutes from time. The April return game was evenly matched with F. Flachi and A.D. Natale scoring within four minutes of each other to share the spoils at Samp’s Luigi Ferraris home.

Possible First Elevens (Unconfirmed)

SAMPDORIA (4-4-2): L Castellazzi; Maggio, Sala, Palombo, C Zenoni; Olivera, Volpi, Delvecchio, Bonanni; Flachi, Bonazzoli

UDINESE (4-3-3): De Sanctis; Zenoni, Natali, Zapata, Felipe; Obodo, Muntari, Pinzi; Asamoah, Iaquinta, Di Natale

Posted by: dst Sep 20 2006, 09:39 PM

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Atalanta - Empoli 0-0
Cagliari - Livorno 2-2
Chievo - Lazio  0-1
Fiorentina - Parma 1-0
Messina - Reggina 2-0
Milan - Ascoli  1-0
Palermo - Catania 5-3
Roma - Inter  0-1
Sampdoria - Udinese 3-3
Torino - Siena  1-2

Posted by: dst Sep 20 2006, 09:40 PM

Palermo won 5-3 ... ohmy.gif
is this the Serie A or EPL!!????

well done Sampdoria ... but heck, Torino lost once again!!! sad.gif

Posted by: Portikins Sep 20 2006, 09:58 PM

Lazio and Fiorentina won their 1st match of the season.

3rd round played: Milan - 13th place : 1 point. Let's go ragazzi!

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Sep 20 2006, 10:44 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 20 2006, 11:40 PM)
Palermo won 5-3 ...  ohmy.gif
is this the Serie A or EPL!!????
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Yeah .. Palermo are paving the way .. they are one of the teams that will be making a shoke challenge come the end of the season

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 20 2006, 11:40 PM)
well done Sampdoria ...
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They came back from 3-1 down to tie it off .. I definatly want to see this match, cuz it looks like a very intense one

Posted by: dst Sep 20 2006, 10:52 PM

QUOTE (Rossoneri7 @ Sep 21 2006, 12:44 AM)
Yeah .. Palermo are paving the way .. they are one of the teams that will be making a shoke challenge come the end of the season

They came back from 3-1 down to tie it off .. I definatly want to see this match, cuz it looks like a very intense one
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Did you see Agliardi's mistake!!??? ... http://www.zshare.net/download/palermo-v-catania-keeper-error-zip.html credit to Toone10 of SP forums!!!

I think Sampdoria were down 3-0!!! unsure.gif anyway kudos to 'em!!! biggrin.gif

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Sep 20 2006, 11:06 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 21 2006, 12:52 AM)
Did you see Agliardi's mistake!!??? ... http://www.zshare.net/download/palermo-v-catania-keeper-error-zip.html credit to Toone10 of SP forums!!!
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Wow !!! He'll be having nightmares about it tongue.gif I kept replaying it 6 times, still couldn't figure out how difficult it was to just pick it up with two hands !

Posted by: dst Sep 20 2006, 11:12 PM

QUOTE (Rossoneri7 @ Sep 21 2006, 01:06 AM)
Wow !!! He'll be having nightmares about it tongue.gif I kept replaying it 6 times, still couldn't figure out how difficult it was to just pick it up with two hands !
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Not even Dida in his prime time could have done that!!! biggrin.gif

Posted by: misha Sep 20 2006, 11:16 PM

QUOTE (Rossoneri7 @ Sep 21 2006, 01:06 AM)
Wow !!! He'll be having nightmares about it tongue.gif I kept replaying it 6 times, still couldn't figure out how difficult it was to just pick it up with two hands !
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What a HUGE mistake. biggrin.gif biggrin.gif biggrin.gif

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Sep 20 2006, 11:16 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 21 2006, 01:12 AM)
Not even Dida in his prime time could have done that!!!  biggrin.gif
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laugh.gif Thank God we have Dida, or I'd be breaking everything in sight if something like that happened to him .. aaa to us !!! Hey dont even joke about that !! unsure.gif laugh.gif

Posted by: X-Offender Sep 20 2006, 11:41 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 20 2006, 10:52 PM)
Did you see Agliardi's mistake!!??? ... http://www.zshare.net/download/palermo-v-catania-keeper-error-zip.html credit to Toone10 of SP forums!!!

I think Sampdoria were down 3-0!!!  unsure.gif anyway kudos to 'em!!! biggrin.gif
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Incredible. On sunday he made super-mega-extra saves against Lazio, and now look what he does. Incredible. Oh, and did anyone see that Corona from Catania? What a player, never heard of him before.

Posted by: misha Sep 21 2006, 05:21 PM

QUOTE
Betting duo banned!

The Disciplinary Commission has handed Francesco Flachi of Sampdoria and Atalanta’s Moris Carrozzieri two-month bans as the result of a betting enquiry.

The two players were indicted in October 2005 and August 2006, and were accused of “trying to obtain information on the final result of some football matches, in order to allow third parties to place their bets and be sure to win.”

The matches in question were Roma-Lazio in Serie A and Pisa-Frosinone in Serie C1, both dating back to 2004-05, when Flachi (pictured) and Carrozzieri played for Samp.

Flachi was accused of trying to obtain information on the Rome derby by contacting his former teammate Fabio Bazzani on behalf of a group of gamblers in Liguria, while Carrozzieri called Gian Luca De Angelis of Frosinone to see if his team “would be content with a draw.”

The Commission based their investigation on telephone interceptions and decided to ban the players because of their behaviour, which proved to be “against the duties of loyalty, integrity and honesty.”

Sampdoria were also deemed guilty of objective responsibility in this case and were sentenced to pay a €20,000 fine to the Lega Calcio.

Football Italia
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Posted by: dst Sep 21 2006, 10:56 PM

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Toni cleared of red card
Thursday 21 September, 2006

Fiorentina striker Luca Toni has escaped a ban for his wrongful dismissal, but Patrick Vieira of Inter has been slapped with a three game stop.

Toni was sent off in last night’s 1-0 win over Parma for what the referee believed was an elbow on Massimo Paci.

However, the disciplinary panel have cleared the Italian of foul play and handed Paci a two-match ban for simulation instead.

Paci’s punishment comes just hours after the player admitted there was no contact between the two. “He didn’t elbow me,” said the Gialloblu man.

Meanwhile, Vieira has been handed a three-match suspension after his early bath against Roma last night.

The former Juventus player, sent off against Sporting Lisbon last week, was booked twice but has been heavily penalised for using foul and abusive language towards the referee.

Palermo midfielder Fabio Simplicio, who picked up one yellow card too many against Catania, has been served with the normal one-game penalty.


http://www.channel4.com/sport/football_italia/sep21l.html
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Posted by: dst Sep 21 2006, 10:57 PM

QUOTE
Meanwhile, Vieira has been handed a three-match suspension after his early bath against Roma last night.

The former Juventus player, sent off against Sporting Lisbon last week, was booked twice but has been heavily penalised for using foul and abusive language towards the referee.


Hope it proves decisive!!! smile.gif


as much as this:

Posted by: dst Sep 21 2006, 10:58 PM

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Roma suffer Mancini loss
Thursday 21 September, 2006

The plans of Roma boss Luciano Spalletti have been hit by an injury to key midfielder Amantino Mancini.

The Brazilian limped out of the side’s 1-0 home defeat to Inter last night and tests have confirmed what was first feared.

The former Venezia man has pulled a muscle in his left thigh and will be out until October 15, with his return pencilled in for the game against Reggina.

The loss of the South American has further complicated the work of Spalletti whose treatment room is filling up.

Brazilian winger Rodrigo Taddei is struggling with an ankle problem, while Francesco Totti is still some way off his best and could be rested for the trip to Parma.

The Giallorossi will also still be without both summer signings Mirko Vucinic and Gilberto Martinez on Sunday.

However, the Serbian striker could return to action at the start of October when the capital side take on Empoli at the Olimpico.


http://www.channel4.com/sport/football_italia/sep21k.html
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Posted by: misha Sep 21 2006, 11:03 PM

QUOTE
Patrick Vieira of Inter has been slapped with a three game stop.
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Good news devil.gif He deserve this.

Posted by: Portikins Sep 21 2006, 11:36 PM

Good. Inter's best player out, and Roma's best attacker out too. cool.gif

Posted by: dst Sep 24 2006, 11:47 AM

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Di Canio-Lotito row goes to court
Sunday 24 September, 2006

The rapport between Paolo Di Canio and Lazio President Claudio Lotito has deteriorated further with the two men suing each other.

The player, who did not have his contract renewed this summer and joined Serie C outfit Cisco Roma, has appealed to the Lega Calcio for unpaid wages.

Di Canio claims the club owes him the pay packet from May and June 2006, totalling around £26,000.

However, in response Lotito has started his own legal action against Di Canio for the money he had to pay in fines last season.

The fiery former Juventus, Milan, Napoli and West Ham United star regularly got into trouble with the authorities for using a Fascist ‘Roman salute’ towards the Lazio fans.

The Biancocelesti President is also suing Di Canio for £4,000 – the value of 250 team jerseys with his Number 9 on that the player gave to friends as gifts.

Lotito and Di Canio have long criticised each other publicly, but their animosity threatens to spill out into the courtroom.


http://www.channel4.com/sport/football_italia/sep24c.html
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Posted by: dst Sep 24 2006, 11:52 AM

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De Santis Disgusted By Inter
The former Italian referee attacked the Nerazzurri for being followed and tapped by Moratti's club.

A furious Massimo De Santis spoke about being suspended for 4 years following the Calciopoli trial. According to the former international referee, he was totally appalled by Massimo Moratti's behaviour in the so-called 'Operazione Ladroni' (Operation Robbers), for tapping his phone.

"At first, when we learnt about this operation set up by Moratti, we were really disgusted. I'm using a strong term, however I must say that today, compared to what I'm paying, always declaring myself innocent, all of this really brought me a sense of disgust."

De Santis attacked Inter for trying to look innocent in the Calciopoli scandal while trying to put other clubs in trouble by intercepting their phone calls.

"All of this occured by people who in all of this have always proclaimed themselves innocent and not connected to anything because they were not involved in the telephone interceptions.

"At this point I think that maybe the only thing that Inter can do is that they play the league on their own, at least they will win all the matches without any referee damaging them. I think that the matches should be won on the pitch."

These declarations are set to spark a new wave of controversy with Inter being at the centre of all this.


http://www.goal.com/en/articolo.aspx?contenutoid=133553
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Posted by: han2503 Sep 24 2006, 12:08 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 24 2006, 10:52 AM)
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De Santis Disgusted By Inter
The former Italian referee attacked the Nerazzurri for being followed and tapped by Moratti's club.

A furious Massimo De Santis spoke about being suspended for 4 years following the Calciopoli trial. According to the former international referee, he was totally appalled by Massimo Moratti's behaviour in the so-called 'Operazione Ladroni' (Operation Robbers), for tapping his phone.

"At first, when we learnt about this operation set up by Moratti, we were really disgusted. I'm using a strong term, however I must say that today, compared to what I'm paying, always declaring myself innocent, all of this really brought me a sense of disgust."

De Santis attacked Inter for trying to look innocent in the Calciopoli scandal while trying to put other clubs in trouble by intercepting their phone calls.

"All of this occured by people who in all of this have always proclaimed themselves innocent and not connected to anything because they were not involved in the telephone interceptions.

"At this point I think that maybe the only thing that Inter can do is that they play the league on their own, at least they will win all the matches without any referee damaging them. I think that the matches should be won on the pitch."

These declarations are set to spark a new wave of controversy with Inter being at the centre of all this.
http://www.goal.com/en/articolo.aspx?contenutoid=133553
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He is right, it is no secret that Moratti is a share holder of the company that did the telephone tapping. So any dirt found on Inter could have been gotten rid of before this blew up.

Posted by: Portikins Sep 24 2006, 12:14 PM

From now on, I'm De Santis fan.

Posted by: Nova Sep 24 2006, 01:58 PM

I go crazy if both roma & Inter lose today. Then we would've wasted a perfect chance to close the gap. sad.gif

Posted by: Portikins Sep 24 2006, 02:08 PM

5min. Roma scored in Parma.

Inter got 2 chances but missed both.

Posted by: Portikins Sep 24 2006, 02:12 PM

Goal Crespo 1-0 for Inter.

OK. It's done for today.

Posted by: han2503 Sep 24 2006, 02:49 PM

Is it HT already?

Posted by: misha Sep 24 2006, 03:15 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ Sep 24 2006, 04:49 PM)
Is it HT already?
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2:0 58 min
Samuel with the second sad.gif

Posted by: Portikins Sep 24 2006, 03:16 PM

2-0 Inter. Samuel. It's confirmed. We're 8 points behind them.

Roma is winning 3-0 in Parma, so we're 7 behind them too.

Posted by: Portikins Sep 24 2006, 03:21 PM

3-0 Inter. Stankovic. What a goal.

Posted by: misha Sep 24 2006, 03:22 PM

It's 3:0 already 65 min
great goal by Stankovic

Posted by: Portikins Sep 24 2006, 03:30 PM

4-0 for Inter. Crespo again. What a party in San Siro...

Inter fans singing loudly "Il Campioni d'Italia siamo noi..."

Chievo is sh1t this year. Even Braga is going to kick their *** out of UEFA Cup.

Posted by: mishie Sep 24 2006, 03:31 PM

crespo agian thats his second. why inter hernan!!!

Posted by: Portikins Sep 24 2006, 03:34 PM

4-1. Chievo scored from a penalty.

Posted by: Portikins Sep 24 2006, 03:44 PM

4-2 for Chievo. Tiribocchi. Great shot.

Posted by: Nova Sep 24 2006, 03:46 PM

cmon chievo , 2 more biggrin.gif !!!! laugh.gif

Posted by: Portikins Sep 24 2006, 03:46 PM

87min!!! 4-3!!! Chievo score the 3rd!

Good ol' Inter is back.

Too bad the game is almost over.

Posted by: Portikins Sep 24 2006, 03:53 PM

FT 4-3 for Inter vs. Chievo

Parma 0 - 4 Roma ohmy.gif

Posted by: misha Sep 24 2006, 04:01 PM

Ascoli 1 - 1 Sampdoria

Empoli 2 - 0 Palermo

Inter Milan 4 - 3 Chievo

Lazio 1 - 0 Atalanta

Parma 0 - 4 AS Roma

Reggina 1 - 1 Torino

Siena 0 - 0 Cagliari

Posted by: han2503 Sep 24 2006, 04:08 PM

Inter's defence is sh!t. I think they won't get far especially in CL. If chievo can score freely against them imagine what team with a good attacking line-up can do

Roma are the only scarey challenger imo.

Posted by: dst Sep 24 2006, 04:16 PM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 24 2006, 05:53 PM)
Parma 0 - 4 Roma  ohmy.gif
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we tired them down ... cool.gif

Posted by: X-Offender Sep 24 2006, 04:33 PM

I watched only the first half of Inter-Chievo and when I check Livescore and I see it's gone to 4-3 I couldn't believe my eyes. And check at the conceeded goals by us and Inter until now: we have conceeded only one against Lazio while they have conceeded 6. And then we complain about our defense rolleyes.gif

Posted by: dst Sep 24 2006, 09:54 PM

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Week 4 - 24/9/06
Ascoli - Sampdoria 1-1
Catania - Messina 2-2
Empoli - Palermo 2-0
Inter - Chievo 4-3
Lazio - Atalanta 1-0
Livorno - Milan 0-0
Parma - Roma 0-4
Reggina - Torino 1-1
Siena - Cagliari 0-0
Udinese - Fiorentina 1-0

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Fiorentina are going down ...

Posted by: KillerMax Sep 24 2006, 10:30 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 24 2006, 02:54 PM)
Fiorentina are going down ...
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sad.gif

Posted by: dst Sep 24 2006, 10:36 PM

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Sep 25 2006, 12:30 AM)
sad.gif
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well as long as Genoa and Napoli come up the other way I'll be satisfied !!! happy.gif

... and Torino staying in Serie A !!

Posted by: Portikins Sep 24 2006, 10:49 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 24 2006, 09:36 PM)
well as long as Genoa and Napoli come up the other way I'll be satisfied !!!  happy.gif
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I want that 2 in A too. They belong to the A division.

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Sep 25 2006, 12:24 AM

Yeah I watched the Parma - Roma match .. I dont know wether to envy Roma for Montella or to think that Parma gave up after our game with them.

Cuz as soon as the game started Montella bagged in the first in just under 8 mins ..

We know the score in the end, although I dont want to compare .. I feel we should have had a better outing than we did .. In the end, the 3 points were enough.

...........

Inter conceeding 3 goals to Chievo !!! Now they do have a strong attack, but comon their defence is a joke .. Matrix-cordoba/samuel .. Grosso ?? Please .. I cant say anything about Javier as I think very highly of him (opppsss I actually praised sh!t 'merda') ..

Good, I hope Inter keep conceeding, their attack will give up all together if this continues biggrin.gif


FORZA MILAN !!!!!!!!!!

Posted by: Portikins Sep 25 2006, 12:29 AM

QUOTE (Rossoneri7 @ Sep 24 2006, 11:24 PM)
Inter conceeding 3 goals to Chievo !!! Now they do have a strong attack, but comon their defence is a joke .. Matrix-cordoba/samuel .. Grosso ?? Please .. I cant say anything about Javier as I think very highly of him (opppsss I actually praised sh!t 'merda') ..

Good, I hope Inter keep conceeding, their attack will give up all together if this continues biggrin.gif
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Corinthians was the last Brazil champion playing like that. 4-3, 3-2... on every match. Great attack, bad defence. rolleyes.gif

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Roma, even losing to Inter on the last Wednesday, is looking pretty strong.

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Sep 25 2006, 12:37 AM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 25 2006, 02:29 AM)
Roma, even losing to Inter on the last Wednesday, is looking pretty strong.
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If there was a team other than ours that should get the scudetto, it should be Roma .. I would be, sadly though, so happy for them biggrin.gif

Honestly though, I don't think this yrs scudetto should be considered an achievment as there is no Juve .. And as time goes by, the championship actually is loosing taste... IMO

Posted by: dst Sep 25 2006, 12:42 AM

QUOTE (Rossoneri7 @ Sep 25 2006, 02:24 AM)
Inter conceeding 3 goals to Chievo !!! Now they do have a strong attack, but comon their defence is a joke .. Matrix-cordoba/samuel .. Grosso ?? Please .. I cant say anything about Javier as I think very highly of him (opppsss I actually praised sh!t 'merda') ..
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well the whole score was a joke ... both Crespo's goal would have been stopped even by Copolla rolleyes.gif ... Samuel's well ... but OK at least they got a great one in Stankovic's ( ohmy.gif ) the fill the sh1t up !!! Merda deserved to win and something like 2-0 would be a fair picture of the game ...

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 25 2006, 02:29 AM)
Roma, even losing to Inter on the last Wednesday, is looking pretty strong.
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sh1t happens ... they were lucky IMO ... and this is not Brazil ... rolleyes.gif


anyway ... I hope we had bought Crespo ... mostly so that Inter wouldn't have him now !!! mad.gif

Posted by: dst Sep 25 2006, 12:45 AM

QUOTE (Rossoneri7 @ Sep 25 2006, 02:37 AM)
Honestly though, I don't think this yrs scudetto should be considered an achievment as there is no Juve .. And as time goes by, the championship actually is loosing taste... IMO
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well ... for Inter yeah it will not be anything great if they win it (ofcourse they'll be out there celebrating, they even do that with Coppa Italia ... rolleyes.gif ) but it will really mean something if we do it starting with the 8p deficit !!

And I don't agree that calcio Serie A loses it's taste ... it's just till the Calciopoli taste fades away and Giuve come back IMO !!

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Sep 25 2006, 12:49 AM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 25 2006, 02:45 AM)
well ... for Inter yeah it will not be anything great if they win it (ofcourse they'll be out there celebrating, they even do that with Coppa Italia ...  rolleyes.gif ) but it will really mean something if we do it starting with the 8p deficit !!

And I don't agree that calcio Serie A loses it's taste ... it's just till the Calciopoli taste fades away and Giuve come back IMO !!
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Thats what I ment king.gif

Posted by: dst Sep 25 2006, 12:51 AM

QUOTE (Rossoneri7 @ Sep 25 2006, 02:49 AM)
Thats what I ment king.gif
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Oh OK !!! biggrin.gif

Posted by: dst Sep 25 2006, 12:40 PM

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Inter under FIGC investigation
Monday 25 September, 2006

The FIGC are set to launch an investigation after former referee Massimo De Santis accused Inter of tailing him in 2002.

The former official, who was handed a four-year ban because of his involvement in the Calciopoli scandal, also accused the Via Durini outfit of tapping his phone, after another scandal broke out in the past few days in Italy revealing hundreds of cases of phone interceptions by Telecom Italia.

“When I first learned about this operation by Massimo Moratti I was disgusted, even if I know that can be a strong word to use,” said De Santis in a television interview.

“I am paying for something that I didn’t do, I have always stated my innocence and to know today what was happening a few years ago really makes me sick.

“Why were they following me? I think they maybe wanted to blackmail me.”

It is reported that Inter decided to have De Santis followed by a private investigator after former referee Danilo Nucini informed the late Inter chief Giacinto Facchetti of suspicious relations between Luciano Moggi and De Santis.

The investigation however brought to no firm results and the file was closed seeing as “there were no anomalies in De Santis’ way of life.”

If the accusations prove to be true, Inter could risk a fine for violating the sporting code, but there would be no consequences for the team itself in terms of points deductions.

Inter owner Moratti reacted immediately, saying that his club has nothing to do with the interceptions despite Telecom Italia being one of its shareholders.

“He’s got some cheek to say this kind of things – Inter has no involvement in this issue,” said the oil tycoon to La Gazzetta dello Sport.

“I think De Santis’ words are very serious, he cannot ignore the damage he is causing us by making these statements.”

Coach Roberto Mancini backed up Moratti’s comments, stating: "He’s disgusted? Myself and many others have been disgusted for months and we shall be so for the rest of our lives.”


http://www.channel4.com/sport/football_italia/sep25d.html

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Posted by: arivanjj Sep 25 2006, 12:46 PM

QUOTE (mishale @ Sep 25 2006, 01:01 AM)
Ascoli 1 - 1 Sampdoria

Empoli 2 - 0 Palermo

Inter Milan 4 - 3 Chievo

Lazio 1 - 0 Atalanta

Parma 0 - 4 AS Roma

Reggina 1 - 1 Torino

Siena 0 - 0 Cagliari
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yep, that was my prediction. wink.gif

Posted by: dst Sep 25 2006, 12:54 PM

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25/09/2006 8.28
Inter Not Scared By De Santis
The marketing consultant of the club does not believe that the Nerazzurri will end up in the Calciopoli scandal.

Following Massimo De Santis' revelations that it was Massimo Moratti who tapped his phones, many are waiting to see Inter's reaction to this.

The first reaction arrived from Lele Oriali, marketing consultant of the team.

"We don't fear anything. After what we suffered in the past years, this would be the last straw.

"I read De Santis' words on the newspapers, it's better if Moratti talks about it."

Roberto Mancini also replied to De Santis' 'disgusted' words towards Moratti.

"I and many others have been disgusted for many months, and we shall be so for the rest of our lives."


http://www.goal.com/en/articolo.aspx?contenutoid=134010
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Posted by: misha Sep 25 2006, 04:46 PM

QUOTE
"We don't fear anything. After what we suffered in the past years, this would be the last straw.
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They shoud stop playing the victim. It's not funny anymore. It's just sad.

Posted by: Portikins Sep 25 2006, 05:09 PM

QUOTE (mishale @ Sep 25 2006, 03:46 PM)
They shoud stop playing the victim. It's not funny anymore. It's just sad.
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Inter is sad.

Posted by: dst Sep 25 2006, 06:07 PM

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Zamparini eyes UEFA exit!
Monday 25 September, 2006

Palermo chief Maurizio Zamparini has sensationally declared that he hopes his side get beaten by West Ham in their UEFA Cup first round tie.

The Rosanero were on top of the Serie A table before being defeated by Empoli on Sunday – much to the outspoken chief’s fury.

Their next match comes on Thursday against the Hammers, with the Rosanero leading the tie after their 1-0 win at Upton Park in the first leg.

“I hope West Ham kick us out of the UEFA Cup, otherwise I am sure we will lose again on Sunday against Chievo,” said Zamparini.

“This team cannot compete in two different tournaments and I honestly couldn't care less about the UEFA Cup – I prefer the Serie A championship.”

Wednesday’s party after the 5-3 win with Catania in the Sicilian derby seems light years away and Zamparini wants his men to keep their feet on the ground.

“Rotation is only possible for those clubs who have European ambitions, but that is not our case,” he continued.

“It’s a great feeling to be at the top, but it is just as terrible to fall back after an unacceptable and irritating defeat.

“I believe that we need to improve the performance of our defence, because we are conceding too many goals to our opponents.

“We can learn from this defeat and do well this season, but we need to focus.”


http://www.channel4.com/sport/football_italia/sep25i.html
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This is pathetic ... I hope it's not really the mentality he passes to his players ... rolleyes.gif

Posted by: GULLIVER Sep 25 2006, 06:53 PM

And what about money Zamparini ????? UEFA brings nice money! Don't you need it.

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Sep 25 2006, 07:57 PM

QUOTE (GULLIVER @ Sep 25 2006, 08:53 PM)
And what about money Zamparini ????? UEFA brings nice money! Don't you need it.
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Actually not that much .. I think Palermo should consintrate on one tournament, Serie A, though that would mean we and the rest face even bigger challenges for the scudetto

Posted by: KillerMax Sep 25 2006, 10:22 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 25 2006, 11:07 AM)
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Zamparini eyes UEFA exit!
Monday 25 September, 2006

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Posted by: amancik Sep 26 2006, 12:45 AM

it's dumb for Zamparini to say that ... but I understand why he said that ... he probably realize that Palermo finally have a real chance of winning scudetto ... that's why he doesn't want to risk it ...

Posted by: misha Sep 26 2006, 12:48 AM

QUOTE (amancik @ Sep 26 2006, 02:45 AM)
it's dumb for Zamparini to say that ... but I understand why he said that ... he probably realize that Palermo finally have a real chance of winning scudetto ... that's why he doesn't want to risk it ...
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Even he is not that optimistic smile.gif

Posted by: amancik Sep 26 2006, 01:15 AM

QUOTE (mishale @ Sep 26 2006, 12:48 AM)
Even he is not that optimistic smile.gif
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he is very optimistic, that's why he said it ...

Posted by: amancik Sep 26 2006, 01:17 AM

personally, I think Palermo have gotten stronger especially with the inclusion of Bresciano, Simplicio, Di Michele and Diana ...

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Sep 26 2006, 01:20 AM

QUOTE (amancik @ Sep 26 2006, 03:15 AM)
he is very optimistic, that's why he said it ...
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Yea I believe he is king.gif

Posted by: misha Sep 26 2006, 01:23 AM

QUOTE (amancik @ Sep 26 2006, 03:15 AM)
he is very optimistic, that's why he said it ...
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Then he is stupid cuz there is no chance for them to win the championship. They don't have the depth and the quality

Posted by: dst Sep 26 2006, 01:41 AM

QUOTE (amancik @ Sep 26 2006, 03:15 AM)
he is very optimistic, that's why he said it ...
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I don't think he said the same thing to the players ...

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Sep 26 2006, 01:42 AM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 26 2006, 03:41 AM)
I don't think he said the same thing to the players ...
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.. If I was him, I'd field the reserve team .. If he really means what he said

Posted by: dst Sep 26 2006, 01:47 AM

QUOTE (Rossoneri7 @ Sep 26 2006, 03:42 AM)
.. If I was him, I'd field the reserve team .. If he really means what he said
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we'll see whether or not he meant those words !! biggrin.gif
IMO he won't do it ... won't field the reserves that is ...

Posted by: misha Sep 26 2006, 01:50 AM

If I was him I would want to win just cuz what happened in the first game

Posted by: dst Sep 26 2006, 01:56 AM

QUOTE (mishale @ Sep 26 2006, 03:50 AM)
If I was him I would want to win just cuz what happened in the first game
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that too ... and after all it will be another win of italian football over the english one ... it is important IMO; mostly because they will brag about progressing after losing at home for some years ... rolleyes.gif biggrin.gif

Posted by: misha Sep 26 2006, 02:00 AM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 26 2006, 03:56 AM)
that too ... and after all it will be another win of italian football over the english one ... it is important IMO; mostly because they will brag about progressing after losing at home for some years ...  rolleyes.gif  biggrin.gif
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True , but we can always remind them how many WC we have smile.gif

Posted by: dst Sep 26 2006, 02:01 AM

QUOTE (mishale @ Sep 26 2006, 04:00 AM)
True , but we can always remind them how many WC we have  smile.gif
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not needed ... cause then m1ke's never gonna release v2 !!! unsure.gif tongue.gif

Posted by: misha Sep 26 2006, 02:02 AM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 26 2006, 04:01 AM)
not needed ... cause then m1ke's never gonna release v2 !!!  unsure.gif  tongue.gif
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Posted by: dst Sep 26 2006, 10:28 AM

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26/09/2006 9.20

Inter Plan Buffon Raid In January
The Nerazzurri will offer Burdisso and Toldo in exchange for the Italian international.

According to reports coming from Italy, Inter are set to try and lure Gianluigi Buffon away from Juventus during the January transfer market.

Massimo Moratti’s club are ready to offer Argentinean defender Burdisso and Italian goalkeeper Francesco Toldo plus a sum of money for the services of the world cup champion.

Juventus and Buffon have made it clear that they will honour the contract tying both parties, but with so many champions leaving the Bianconeri, it is difficult to say if things will remain the same in January.


http://www.goal.com/en/Articolo.aspx?ContenutoId=134784
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would be utterly dissapointed ... sad.gif

Posted by: Portikins Sep 26 2006, 10:36 AM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 26 2006, 09:28 AM)
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26/09/2006 9.20

Inter Plan Buffon Raid In January
The Nerazzurri will offer Burdisso and Toldo in exchange for the Italian international.

According to reports coming from Italy, Inter are set to try and lure Gianluigi Buffon away from Juventus during the January transfer market.

Massimo Moratti’s club are ready to offer Argentinean defender Burdisso and Italian goalkeeper Francesco Toldo plus a sum of money for the services of the world cup champion.

Juventus and Buffon have made it clear that they will honour the contract tying both parties, but with so many champions leaving the Bianconeri, it is difficult to say if things will remain the same in January.
http://www.goal.com/en/Articolo.aspx?ContenutoId=134784
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would be utterly dissapointed ...  sad.gif
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A cousin of Gigi's grandfather was a great Milan legend - a keeper too - Lorenzo Buffon. (1949-59)

I'll be very dissapointed if Inter got him, but I doubt. Simply because Juventus will be in Serie A next year. (They need the 6th place to go to the playoff...)

Posted by: dst Sep 26 2006, 11:33 AM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Sep 26 2006, 12:36 PM)
A cousin of Gigi's grandfather was a great Milan legend - a keeper too - Lorenzo Buffon. (1949-59)

I'll be very dissapointed if Inter got him, but I doubt. Simply because Juventus will be in Serie A next year. (They need the 6th place to go to the playoff...)
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Yeah I know ... Football Italia actually rates him as the best ever Milan keeper ... Giuve will be in Serie A next year and I think that's when he might leave the team ... I guess he just wanted to help promote to Serie A !!

Posted by: X-Offender Sep 26 2006, 03:10 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Sep 26 2006, 11:33 AM)
Giuve will be in Serie A next year and I think that's when he might leave the team ... I guess he just wanted to help promote to Serie A !!
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I second that. If Dida won't renew his contract, I'm pretty sure Gigi will be our next keeper.

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Sep 28 2006, 03:26 AM

QUOTE (X-Offender @ Sep 26 2006, 05:10 PM)
I second that. If Dida won't renew his contract, I'm pretty sure Gigi will be our next keeper.
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I hope so .. I also hope Dida would renew his contract with us .. He's been our keeper threw thick and thin .. I hope he changes his mind, as Cafu did smile.gif

Posted by: dst Sep 30 2006, 09:22 PM

Torino 0-4 Lazio ... sad.gif They're f@cked up !!!

2 goals from Oddo (1 pen) !!!

Posted by: misha Oct 1 2006, 04:01 PM

AS Roma 1 - 0 Empoli

Cagliari 1 - 1 Inter Milan

Fiorentina 3 - 0 Catania

Messina 0 - 1 Livorno

Sampdoria 3 - 2 Parma

Udinese 0 - 0 Ascoli

Posted by: X-Offender Oct 1 2006, 04:12 PM

Applauds to Livorno, they're having a great season so far.

Posted by: KillerMax Oct 1 2006, 04:20 PM

QUOTE (X-Offender @ Oct 1 2006, 09:12 AM)
Applauds to Livorno, they're having a great season so far.
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I'd say Roma. I think they can win the Scudetto now that Montella is back.

Posted by: Portikins Oct 1 2006, 04:21 PM

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Oct 1 2006, 03:20 PM)
I'd say Roma. I think they can win the Scudetto now that Montella is back.
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If Mancini stays in Inter... they'll get the scudetto.

Posted by: Portikins Oct 3 2006, 11:22 AM

QUOTE
Turf defeated us, says Mancio 
Tuesday 3 October, 2006 - channel4.com

Roberto Mancini has blamed Sunday’s 1-1 draw at Cagliari on the pitch. “It was terrible,” noted the Inter Coach.

The Nerazzurri were desperate to make up for their Champions League debacle against Bayern Munich, but were unable to defeat the islanders who are still in search of their first win of the season.

“I am pleased with the first half of the match even if we slowed down a bit in the second,” said Mancio.

“However, I am satisfied with the work done in these first few matches and I have nothing to complain about.

“I think the team played well and I was satisfied with the trident experiment for the short time the three strikers stayed on the pitch [before Hernan Crespo’s injury].

“But we were affected by the pitch which was in a terrible condition. A few of our moves failed to come off because of the surface,” continued Mancio.

“In any case, this was the type of match we wanted to play – sometimes you succeed, sometimes you don't.

“I can understand the tiredness in the second half as we played a tough match on Wednesday and the same goes for the previous game. It has been an intense month.”

The Italian champions have also had to deal with numerous absences recently, due to injuries and suspensions.

“This is yet another problem we have had in our last matches, if you don't have the chance to change, injuries can happen when you're playing so often,” he added.

“I said that I was pleased with September, but it’s clear I was only talking about the championship. How can you be pleased if you have no points in your Champions League group?”

Mancini’s boys can now take advantage of the break for the Euro 2008 qualifiers and the tactician hopes that all his men will be fully recovered by the time Serie A restarts in two weeks.

“We hope to have everyone back as that is the most important thing. If we get back our strength and the injured and suspended players I don't think there will be any big problems.”


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Posted by: dst Oct 3 2006, 11:23 AM

Somebody please shut that loser up !!

Posted by: misha Oct 3 2006, 04:05 PM

QUOTE (dst @ Oct 3 2006, 12:23 PM)
MILAN, Italy (AP) -Inter Milan striker Hernan Crespo was diagnosed Tuesday with a strained left leg and will be sidelined for a month.

Inter left back Fabio Grosso has an injured right leg that forced him to drop out of Italy's training camp. No timeframe on Grosso's injury was given.

Both players were injured in a 1-1 draw at Cagliari on Sunday.

http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2006/soccer/wires/10/03/2080.ap.eu.spt.soc.inter.injuries/index.html
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Crespo was one of their best players until now so it's good news

Posted by: Portikins Oct 3 2006, 05:19 PM

Will Adriano score now after 5488935069354996859065 months?

Hum, maybe against Catania.

Posted by: Jack Sparrow Oct 3 2006, 06:12 PM

I thought it's been 5488935069354996859066 months wink.gif

Posted by: han2503 Oct 3 2006, 06:52 PM

QUOTE (Jack Sparrow @ Oct 3 2006, 05:12 PM)
I thought it's been 5488935069354996859066 months wink.gif
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No it was definately 9847592349057904359989089024 months wink.gif

Posted by: KillerMax Oct 3 2006, 06:53 PM

Are we talking about Gilardino? tongue.gif

Posted by: han2503 Oct 3 2006, 07:16 PM

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Oct 3 2006, 05:53 PM)
Are we talking about Gilardino?  tongue.gif
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Well I think Gila hasn't scored fr about 4364346 months, still hasn't broken Adriano's record thought. What is it with these Parma old boys struggleing at the moment???

Posted by: KillerMax Oct 3 2006, 09:53 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ Oct 3 2006, 12:16 PM)
What is it with these Parma old boys struggleing at the moment???
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It's Morfeo I tell you!! He did something to them!!

Posted by: X-Offender Oct 3 2006, 10:34 PM

QUOTE (pKillerMax @ Oct 3 2006, 09:53 PM)
It's Morfeo I tell you!! He did something to them!!
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Posted by: Rossoneri7 Oct 4 2006, 04:26 PM

QUOTE (han2503 @ Oct 3 2006, 09:16 PM)
Well I think Gila  hasn't scored fr about 4364346 months, still hasn't broken Adriano 's record thought. What is it with these Parma old boys struggleing at the moment???
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Ironic isnt it rolleyes.gif

Posted by: arivanjj Oct 5 2006, 02:16 AM

i feel sorry for Adriano, maybe he can score while Crespo is injured..

Posted by: misha Oct 5 2006, 04:10 PM

QUOTE
Vieri demands Moratti explanation

Christian Vieri has demanded an explanation from Massimo Moratti after it was revealed that the Inter chief had someone spy on him.

The latest scandal broke out last week, when the newspapers revealed hundreds of interceptions over the past few years conducted by Telecom Italia, one of Inter’s shareholders.

“I am very disappointed and would like to know why Moratti behaved like this – we had a very good relationship and I didn’t expect anything like this,” said Vieri.

“I guess six years of my life and 133 goals were not enough to earn Inter’s trust.”

The Atalanta man has asked the FIGC Investigation Office to open a file and will claim damages from Telecom Italia, while he is considering the idea of suing Moratti and the club.

“Christian has no intention of ignoring this issue. His private life is continuously violated and he has now decided to counter attack,” said Vieri’s lawyer Danilo Buongiorno.

“He felt betrayed but he his not looking for revenge. He only wants to understand what happened and why it happened, in order to protect his privacy.”

http://www.channel4.com/sport/football_italia/oct5i.html
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Posted by: KillerMax Oct 5 2006, 05:06 PM

Aww... Inter... The 'clean' club... The club that doesn't cheat...

Posted by: arivanjj Oct 8 2006, 07:10 AM

Spalletti respects San Siro sides


Roma may be top of the Serie A table, but Luciano Spalletti warns they’re still not up to the level of Inter and Milan.

“In my view, Inter have a little something more than us, which for that matter so do Milan,” said the Coach.

“We have fans who give us their contagious enthusiasm and we’re working in an important city. You can’t help but be motivated in these conditions, not to mention the passion I’ve had for the sport ever since I started out as a player.”

The Giallorossi had finished fifth last term, which became second place following the Calciopoli scandal, but following their strong start can consider themselves Scudetto contenders.

“I think we’re stronger than last season. We tried to improve the squad over the summer and to a degree we achieved that objective. Francesco Totti told the Press he wanted more signings because he obviously has ambitions for this side and wants to charge up the team. We all want to improve.”

Totti has gone on hiatus from the Azzurri until 2007 in order to achieve full fitness after fracturing his ankle in February.

“It’s always a wonderful feeling when your players are called for international duty,” assured Spalletti. “I think most players feel the same way and Roma have never tried to put obstacles in their path.”

Roma have also impressed in the Champions League and with rumours of a contract extension, it’s believed Spalletti can implement a new successful era at the Stadio Olimpico.

“We have been doing well for quite a while now. Apart from looking at individual performances, there has been a consistency and general approach to the sport that I have appreciated. This is the most important thing.”


http://www.channel4.com/sport/football_italia/

Posted by: Portikins Oct 12 2006, 04:31 PM

QUOTE
Mancio set for Inter extension 

Thursday 12 October, 2006 . channel4.com

Reports in Italy are suggesting that Inter are set to extend Roberto Mancini’s contract, despite the Nerazzurri’s disappointing start in the season.

Market consultant Lele Oriali is one of the Coach’s top supporters and he has been trying to schedule a meeting between Mancini and owner Massimo Moratti to discuss the details.

Furthermore, the club’s intentions seem to be confirmed by the fact that the Nerazzurri boss has just bought a house in the centre of Milan.

Inter are struggling to find their best form in both the championship and the Champions League and the lack in results has also been put down to an alleged rift between Mancini and his men.

Oriali believes that an extension to the boss’s contract may represent a solution to the crisis, which has led to speculation about possible replacements.

Sven Goran Eriksson is the first man on the list, although Inter could also offer him a job as a team manager and not as a Coach.

Chelsea boss José Mourinho and former Inter tactician Hector Cuper have also been mentioned.

In the meantime, the former Lazio man has been planning ahead and has eyed two Lyon midfielders as his next transfer targets.

Inter may net Alou Diarra as early as January and Florent Malouda at the end of the season, but are also still interested in Francesco Tavano, who is struggling to establish himself at Valencia.


What a circus. laugh.gif

Posted by: dst Oct 12 2006, 08:38 PM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Oct 12 2006, 06:31 PM)
What a circus.  laugh.gif
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OMG I really hope it's true, I love that guy !! king.gif

Posted by: misha Oct 13 2006, 01:34 PM

I hope Mancini will stay there forever biggrin.gif

Posted by: Portikins Oct 15 2006, 02:19 PM

15'

Inter 0-1 Catania.

OMG Catania just scored the goal of the month. WHAT A GOAL! Go Catania!

Posted by: arivanjj Oct 15 2006, 02:19 PM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Oct 15 2006, 11:19 PM)
15'

Inter 0-1 Catania.

OMG Catania just scored the goal of the month. WHAT A GOAL! Go Catania!
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laugh.gif it'll be funny if they lose on home-ground.

Posted by: misha Oct 15 2006, 02:21 PM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Oct 15 2006, 03:19 PM)
OMG Catania just scored the goal of the month. WHAT A GOAL! Go Catania!
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Yes they did!!! It reminded me the Joe Cole goal in the WC

Posted by: Rossoneri7 Oct 15 2006, 02:30 PM

QUOTE (Portugal @ Oct 15 2006, 04:19 PM)
15'

Inter 0-1 Catania.

OMG Catania just scored the goal of the month. WHAT A GOAL! Go Catania!
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