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120 years later, Is AC Milan’s journey back to the top a wild goose chase or a possibility?
As the Rossoneri celebrate 120 years since formation, we look back at why the best club in the world at its peak, is wallowing in mediocrity.
2019/20 Serie A Breakout Stars of the Season: Who will light up Italy?
New season, new heroes and could we even witness the crowning of new champions for the first time in 8 years of Serie A football? However a less cliché discussion circles around five of the most promising talents that could cause proper damage as they get bloodied this new campaign.
Are Juventus Serie A Favorites?
Let’s face it. The competition in Serie A had for a long time rendered the league less interesting, with Juve winning the Scudetto eight consecutive times. Accompanied by the arrival of Ronaldo, viewers who had turned a blind eye on the Italian top-flight found a reason to reconsider. But with Serie A beginning to attract top talent again, parity may soon return to the league.
Vitesse, PSV Eindhoven and Feyenoord opening academies in Zimbabwe?
Westerhof plans to usher in a new methodology to accelerate African players’ growth to global stardom. Dutch Eredivisie’s Ajax has done it successfully with South Africa’s Ajax Cape Town club. Could Zimbabwe follow the same path?
Kevin Prince Boateng’s shocking move to Barcelona explained
After completing a shock January transfer switch to Barcelona, there is no questioning what the Ghanaian international can actually bring to the La Liga. After featuring for over 10 of Europe’s top clubs, playing in all sorts of positions - versatility and experience is what he is all about.
FT Hidden Gems Series: Despite AC Milan's troubles, will Franck Kessie succeed in Italy?
Meet the Ivorian, Franck Kessie. The 21-year old’s life at AC Milan has been far from ideal, but can he still make a major breakthrough in the Serie A and follow the footsteps of the likes of Kwado Asamoah of Ghana?
Juventus wins Coppa Italia 2018
Pictured is Juventus’ Mehdi Benatia celebrating after winning the Copa Italia (TIM Cup) final in a match he scored a brace against AC Milan at Stadio Olimpico on May 9, 2018 in Rome, Italy.
Bouna Sarr refuses to represent Senegal at the FIFA World Cup 2018
Other prestigious African players who have represented other nations
UEFA Champions League draw could bring out explosive matches
Potential eye-catching matches
Potential Candidates To Replace Wenger
Who are the best candidates to replace Wenger at the Emirates?