Tom Barclay analyses Inters Champions League chances after the Nerazzurri were drawn against CSKA Moscow. More
Blog:This is Juventus
Rob Paton on the painful night when Italian giants Juventus capitulated against Fulham. More
Blog:Super Mac
Scott Fleming nominates an unlikely figure as one of Serie As players of the season. More
Blog:Juve under Cesare
With Cesare Prandelli widely tipped to join Juventus this summer, Tom Barclay takes a look at what the current Fiorentina boss could offer. More
Blog:Supermarket Real
With Real Madrids latest European fiasco, the Bernabeu becomes a market place for players that Italian clubs could benefit from. More
Blog:Leonard-no?
After the debacle at Old Trafford, Scott Fleming pours over another night of agony for Italys European representatives. More
Blog:Herr come the Germans
Points mean places. Michele Martinelli writes on Italys losing battle with the UEFA coefficients system. More
Blog:Crossing the divide
In light of Marco Borriellos plea for Mario Balotelli to join him at Milan, Tom Barclay examines the transfer merry-go-round among Italys top clubs. More
Blog: Stick or twist?
Cesare Prandelli's departure from Florence isn't inevitable, according to Scott Fleming. More
Blog:On the bright side
Roma heading out of the Europa League and Juventus progressing is to the Giallorossis benefit, argues Tom Barclay. More
Blog:Inter at long last
Inter finally did themselves justice in Europe with their win over Chelsea last night, says Scott Fleming. More
Blog:Out of Europe, out of Inter?
On the eve of the game with Chelsea, Ruben Reggiani wonders if Jose Mourinho has been cleverly setting up an exit strategy. More
Blog:Looking Inter the future
This weeks Champions League matches didnt go so well for the Italian sides but, writes Tom Barclay, next week could be more promising. More
Blog:Anger management
Scott Fleming urges the wronged Fiorentina players to make fury their fuel for the second leg against Bayern Munich. More
Blog:Carnival Kings
Juventus may be struggling in Serie A this season but, as Steve Mitchell writes, their kids are still a force after Viareggio victory. More
Blog:Aleksandar the great
With interest hotting up in Aleksandar Kolarov, Tom Barclay takes a closer look at the man with the lethal left boot. More
Blog:A foul mouthed farce
The FIGCs new rules regarding swearing have tempted Scott Fleming to use some choice words of his own. More
Blog:Title contenders or not?
With their last defeat coming way back in October, Tom Barclay explores Romas title-chasing form. Can they mount a serious challenge? More
Blog:Maddening Mario
Scott Fleming analyses the latest travails of the immensely irritating Mario Balotelli. More
Blog:Jo-Jo in the pack
With Adrian Mutu facing a possible ban, Tom Barclay sees no reason for Fiorentina to sign a replacement with Stevan Jovetic ready to step up. More
Blog:Ibra who?
Diego Militos form has rendered Zlatan Ibrahimovics Inter departure almost irrelevant in the eyes of Scott Fleming. More
Blog:Simply untouchable
Jose Mourinho has been at his controversial best recently, but John Foster defends the tactician from his critics. More
Blog:Happy Clapper
Daniel Waterson speaks out in support of much-maligned referee Gianluca Rocchi and his decision to dismiss Wesley Sneijder. More
Blog:Hungry, Hungry Inter
Scott Fleming suggests that the Milan derby was decided by the desire of Jose Mourinhos Nerazzurri warriors. More
Blog:On the offensive
With goals flying in from all angles for the Rossoneri lately, Tom Barclay takes a closer look at the hotshots in the Milan attack ahead of the derby. More
Blog:Red tape to the rescue
Bureaucrats might have done Italy a favour in the case of Amauri, according to Scott Fleming. More
Blog:Winning with a smile
Claudio Ranieri's current success at Roma is proof that good guys can come out on top, says Steve Mitchell. More
Blog:Four play
With the top three places in Serie A taking a very familiar shape, Tom Barclay considers the contenders for fourth spot. More
Blog:Open goal?
With the World Cup on the horizon, Scott Fleming writes on the added intrigue of the fight to be Capocannoniere. More
Blog:Double edged goals
Pippo Inzaghi and Mathieu Flamini were Milans Coppa Italia heroes yesterday, men who Ruben Reggiani believes had a point to prove. More
Blog:Miraculous Mazzarri
Napoli have surged into Champions League contention. Dave Taylor on how Walter Mazzarri has transformed Roberto Donadonis enigmatic Azzurri. More
Blog:What now for Juve?
Its crisis time at Juventus after defeat to Milan. Ruben Reggiani contemplates what changes are likely in Turin. More
Blog:Ciao ciao Ciro
Following a heavy home defeat to Milan, Marco Picardi feels Juventus have no option but to show Ciro Ferrara the door. More
Blog:Sorry Juve but Forza Milan!
A win for Milan away to Juventus this weekend would be the best thing to prevent Inter running away with the Scudetto, argues Tom Barclay. More
Blog:Milan the bigger picture
Milan may not have the need to buy any more new players in January, but Ruben Reggiani thinks they might do well to sell a few. More
Blog:Beck-ing the trend
David Beckham has proved the critics wrong before as Scott Fleming recalls, now hes ready to do it again in Rossonero. More
Blog:Lazios own goal
Goran Pandev is set to make his Inter debut after his contract feud with Lazio, a case which Steve Mitchell fears has set a dangerous precedent. More
Blog:Toni or not Toni
Friends, Romans, countrymen: Dave Taylor paraphrases Mark Anthony and says he has come to praise Luca Toni, not bury him. More
Blog:Absolutely Fabulous
As 2009 draws to a close, Tom Barclay casts an eye over one of Italy's finest exports to these shores. More
Blog:Pick up a Pandev
With his contract now rescinded, Scott Fleming wonders which Christmas stocking Goran Pandev will end up in. More
Blog:Giants 2 Italy 1
The Champions League draw wasnt exactly kind on the Italian teams and its an uphill battle from here, argues Tom Barclay. More
Blog:Damaged goods
With the January transfer window about to open, Scott Fleming questions the wisdom of making a move for Luca Toni. More
Blog:The Becks effect
Milan will have David Beckham available in January. Tom Barclay wonders if his addition could be the difference between title success and also-rans. More
Blog:A word of warning
Currently suspended, Steve Mitchell advises Antonio Di Natale to calm down or face missing out on South Africa 2010. More
Blog:The Odd Couple
Scott Fleming studies how Inters dastardly duo produced the goods when it mattered most. More
Blog:Striker-less Roma
Claudio Ranieri is looking for a target man to bolster his attack and, with the Rome derby this weekend, Tom Barclay thinks this is way overdue. More
Blog:Double jeopardy
It seems to be crunch time already for Ciro Ferrara on the Juventus bench, as Marco Picardi explains. More
Blog:Mother of all Games
Dont miss the Derby dItalia this Saturday, a game Scott Fleming believes is the biggest since the 2006 match fixing tsunami reshaped calcio. More
Blog:Gattuso can go
Milan and Gennaro Gattuso could soon go their separate ways, but Ruben Reggiani thinks selling Ringhio could be a good bit of business. More
Blog:Those in glass houses
Jose Mourinho once again had a dig at his biggest Serie A rivals on Sunday. Ruben Reggiani advises him to focus on his own problems. More
Blog:Finally a touch of Klaas
It is staggering what one minute can do. Ruben Reggiani writes on how two periods of time can be temporarily forgotten in a matter of seconds. More
Blog:Pran for the moment
After guiding Fiorentina to the last 16 of the Champions League, Tom Barclay argues that Cesare Prandelli has the credentials for Italys top job. More
Blog:The Final Countdown
Scott Fleming evaluates where the Italian clubs stand as the Champions League group stage reaches boiling point. More
Blog:Turmoil in Tuscany
Alberto Malesanis stint at Siena started in spectacular defeat. Charles Ducksbury questions the Tuscan clubs appointment. More
Blog:Great Dane
Christian Poulsen has had to take on the critics since his switch to Juventus. But, as Karsten Krogh asks, when will he get the credit he deserves? More
Blog:Ploys from Brazil
A fan of Brazils 1982 side, Leonardo has taken inspiration from that Selecao society. Steve Mitchell compares that team to the current Milan. More
Blog:Diamond in the rough
West Ham new boy Alessandro Diamanti could revitalise the Azzurri midfield given the chance, says Scott Fleming. More
Blog: Hamsik's at home
Marek Hamsik has decided to stay with Napoli in the face of a reported offer from Juventus and Dave Taylor believes he has done the right thing. More
Blog:Defending Jose
Jose Mourinho is under pressure to get a result in Kiev, but Dave Taylor believes it is far too soon to judge the Inter boss. More
Blog:Play it again Stan
A rejuvenated Dejan Stankovic says he wants to stay with Inter for the rest of his career. Sign him up now, screams Dave Taylor. More
Blog:Legend of tomorrow?
As the fifth Serie A boss fell by the wayside last week, Steve Mitchell looks at a man who is fast emerging as this seasons managerial revelation. More
Blog:Silly season
Italy and Europe have been gripped by a series of unusual and downright weird results, says Dave Taylor. More
Blog:Watching Balotelli, seeing Cassano
There are still question marks over Mario Balotelli. Even after Inters 5-0 win at Genoa in which he scored a true strikers goal, says Peter Doyle. More
Blog:Week 8 that was
Scott Fleming summarises a weekend of the bizarre and the brilliant in Serie A. More
Blog:Numbers say Gila
After goals against Cyprus and the Republic of Ireland, Marco Rinaldi backs Alberto Gilardino to lead the Italian line at World Cup 2010. More
Blog:Average Azzurri?
Gigi Buffon is the only Azzurri player who genuinely holds world-class status, argues Tom Barclay. More
Blog:No excuse
Antonio Cassanos exclusion shouldnt stop Italy making significant progress next summer at the World Cup, says Scott Fleming. More
Blog:The return of Totti
If anyone deserves a chance to resurrect his international career then it has to be Francesco Totti, says Dave Taylor. More
Blog:The ultimate January sale
Looking for a bargain on the transfer market? Steve Mitchell marks your card on the Bosman posse. More
Blog:Donadonis destiny
Giovanni Spinella reflects on the brief rise and fall of the recently axed Napoli boss Roberto Donadoni. More
Blog:Foreign Legion
Who will be this seasons new Kaka and Zlatan Ibrahimovic? Dave Taylor looks at several of the new Stranieri and points out one or two. More
Blog:Mad, Bad and Sad
Aurelio De Laurentiis on air dismissal of Pierpaolo Marino was cruel and unjust, according to Scott Fleming. More
Blog:Crowing Roosters
Seeing their initial form, Giovanni Spinella believes Bari need to resolve just a couple of issues to avoid relegation. More
Blog:Germ theory
Marco Picardi on Bayern Munich versus Juventus and the co-efficient subplot which surrounds it. More
Blog:Liver test
After defeat against Lyon, Tom Barclay argues that a win against Liverpool could finally make Europe stand up and take notice of Fiorentina. More
Blog:Week 5 that was
Scott Fleming summarises the midweek thrills and spills as Juventus joined Inter at the top of the table. More
Blog:Leos Mission Impossible
Leonardos position at Milan is already being questioned after just three Serie A games. Daniel Robinson never expected anything else. More
Blog:Pinks might fly
Charles Ducksbury applauds Palermos ambition, but concedes that the Scudetto will remain just a dream for this season. More
Blog:Not yet Diego Maradona
Is Diego-mania a bit premature? Giovanni Spinella urges a little bit of patience when it comes to the new Juventus hero. More
Blog:Boys to men
Italian clubs moaning that their youngsters are being poached by the Premiership is pointless and hypocritical, argues Giovanni Spinella. More
Blog:Yes Minister
Following Milans derby defeat, Tom Barclay looks at the role a certain Italian Prime Minister plays behind the scenes at San Siro. More
Blog:Return of real Juve
The fallout continues in Rome following the loss to Juventus, but Scott Fleming takes a closer look at the winners the bold new Bianconeri. More
Blog:No country for old men
Milan did little in the summer to rejuvenate the side. Giovanni Spinella looks at the average age of their line-up in the derby and predicts doom. More
Blog:Champions choice
The Champions League proper kicks off next month and Dave Taylor is quietly optimistic on Serie A's representatives. More
Blog:National Service
Italys representatives must give their all in the new Europa League, says Scott Fleming. More
Blog:Good Will Hunting
Klaas-Jan Huntelaar is set to make his Milan debut against Inter and Dave Taylor is expecting fireworks. More
Blog:Big hole to Fel
Fiorentina will kick off the new season at Bologna. But, asks Tom Barclay, how will they cope without Felipe Melo? More
Blog:And the winner is
Scott Fleming puts his neck on the line and predicts the winners and losers of the forthcoming campaign. More
Blog:At the feet of Totti
The sands of time continue to fall but some things, like Romas reliance on Francesco Totti, remain the same. Peter Doyle writes. More
Blog:Simple truth
Fed up of writing cheques for this player and that, Aurelio De Laurentiis has taken a stand. Dave Taylor backs the Napoli owner. More
Blog:On the offensive
Should Inter invest in another forward or a creative midfielder before the transfer window shuts? Kevin Grech advises. More
Blog:Market Forces
Inter and Juventus bought well over the summer, but Dave Taylor believes they will be joined in the top four by some new names. More
Blog:National pride
Should Massimo Moratti's Internazionale become more nazionale? Michael Watson-Todd thinks so. More
Blog:Inter-mediaries
Inter just need a touch more creativity, so Dave Taylor points to player he believes could help conquer Europe. More
Blog:Rossoneri revolting
Milan appear to be stumbling from one calamity to another, Dave Taylor believes it is a sad to watch such a great club slowly fall into decline. More
Blog:Calcio in crisis
With so many clubs going to the wall in Italy Charles Ducksbury believes it is time that the Lega Calcio took action. More
Blog:Losing a legend
Inter should think twice before sacrificing the magic of Ibracadabra, states Scott Fleming. More
Blog:Look whos back
After years of economic weakness and disappointing results, Giovanni Spinella argues that Serie A clubs are on the verge of a comeback. More
Blog:Ronnies revival
Ronaldinho has been asked to live up to his potential and Dave Taylor believes hell soon be back to his best. More
Blog:The Futures Pink
Palermo may catch the eye for reasons other than their pink strip next season, opines Scott Fleming. More
Blog:Leaning power of Pisa
Pisa may have had to start all over again after relegation and bankruptcy, but Dave Taylor believes theyll be back. More
Blog:Gilded cage
Enticing players to sign with lucrative contracts is why Juventus are having so much difficulty in selling them later, says Giovanni Spinella. More
Blog: Cig and Quag
Napoli are going the right way about an assault on Champions League qualification, says Dave Taylor. More
Blog:Cass converter
Antonio Cassano is back in training and Charles Ducksbury hopes that Italy boss Marcello Lippi is watching. More
Blog:Gallianis gamble
Adriano Galliani has been ridiculed for his failure to bring in big name players. But Dave Taylor thinks the Milan official will have the last laugh. More
Blog:Game, Seb & Match
Italian giants Juventus should give youth and Sebastian Giovinco a chance, says Dave Taylor. More
Blog:Waiting for Godot
Juventus have put Alex Del Pieros contract renewal on hold for now, a delay Dave Taylor feels is disrespectful to the flag bearer. More
Blog:Rossoneri Revolution
They may have sold Kaka, but Scott Fleming is pleased to see Milans shrewd new transfer policy in action. More
Blog:Davids direction
With David Trezeguet likely to be sold by Juventus, Giovanni Spinella suggests where they shouldnt do business for the Frenchman. More
Blog:Hold on a Sec
With Juventus impressing the most on the transfer market so far, Charles Ducksbury thinks we may have underestimated Alessio Secco. More
Blog:Candela in the wind
Oliver Jones pays tribute to Vincent Candela, a Roma legend who has regrettably decided to hang up his boots. More
Blog:Risky business
Scott Fleming sees Leonardo and Ciro Ferraras appointments as worrying portents for Serie A as a whole. More
Blog:Finding Mimmo
Amid all the frantic managerial moves taking place, Scott Fleming notes that one name is conspicuous by its absence. More
Blog:Dear Paolo
In this open letter to Paolo Maldini, Giovanni Spinella pays tribute to the Milan and Italy legend. More
Blog:A sacrifice worth making
There is uncertainty over the future of Ezequiel Lavezzi. But Dave Taylor thinks a Napoli exit could strengthen rather than weaken the outfit. More
Blog:Is Van the man?
With Carlo Ancelottis future at Milan still a point of debate, Dave Taylor excludes Marco Van Basten as a possible successor. More
Blog: Past his best
Luis Figo is quitting Inter. Richard Godden is left wondering what might have been had the winger played in Serie A at his peak. More
Blog:Motormouth Moggi
Luciano Moggi never struggles to voice his opinion, but Scott Fleming has heard quite enough More
Blog:Second place scrum
With the Scudetto deservedly won by Inter, Giovanni Spinella points out that the race for second, third and fourth is still wide open. More
Blog:King Con
Bari are back in Serie A but, as Dave Taylor suggests, Antonio Conte doesnt deserve all the credit. More
Blog:Under-rated XI
With the season drawing to an end, Charles Ducksbury puts together a team of players who dont always get the praise they deserve. More
Blog:Time to say goodbye
With Alessandro Nesta struggling to recover from his latest injury setback, Dave Taylor thinks it might be time for the stopper to retire. More
Blog:Echoes of Maifredi
Juventus chaotic situation bears unsettling similarities with one of the clubs worst seasons ever. Giovanni Spinella remembers it well. More
Blog:Sense & Sensi-bility
If Dave Taylor was in Rosella Sensis shoes they would be a tight fit, but he would certainly listen to the clubs best ever player and sell Roma. More
Blog:In and Out
With another title close, Scott Fleming thinks Inter must strike the right balance on the transfer market to maintain their Serie A stranglehold. More
Blog:The Z Factor
Spending £16m on Mauro Zarate is a risk well worth taking to attain a potential icon, notes Scott Fleming. More
Blog:Disappearing act
If Zlatan Ibrahimovic leaves Inter then Serie A will lose more of the magic than the Nerazzurri, believes Dave Taylor. More
Blog:Got lemons? Make lemonade
As the pressure builds on Claudio Ranieri, Scott Fleming argues his case given the resources at his disposal. More
Blog:Race against time
After Mario Balotelli was subjected to unacceptable verbal abuse, Marco Rinaldi thinks it is about time that Italian football kicked out the racists. More
Blog:The Alchemist
Genoa Coach Gian Piero Gasperini must not allow his masterwork to be melted down this summer, says Scott Fleming. More
Blog:Blame game
Following Juves recent performances, the fickle finger of blame is being pointed everywhere. Dave Taylor believes the buck stops at the top. More
Blog:Changing man
Carlo Ancelotti has worked miracles at Milan, but surely now change is in everyones best interests, states Scott Fleming. More
Blog:Flying Donkeys' kick
Whilst Juventus revealed their flaws in the draw with Chievo, Giovanni Spinella notes that the visitors superlative form had an important role too. More
Blog:No Canna do
With Milan reportedly looking to sign Fabio Cannavaro, Dave Taylor believes that the Rossoneri should forget him and invest in younger players. More
Blog:Interim report
After League success with someone elses side, Dave Taylor believes Jose Mourinho has to win the Champions League with his own Inter team. More
Blog:A new dawn?
Scott Fleming studies the flock of new youngsters beguiling Serie A and wonders whether we are witnessing the birth of a new era. More
Blog:Pain barrier
With Jose Mourinho claiming Inter will win the Scudetto, Dave Taylor believes he should first thank his lucky stars for Juventus injury list. More
Blog:A blessing or a curse?
As whispers circulate over the future of Jose Mourinho at Inter, Scott Fleming considers the pros and cons of the Special One. More
Blog:Atomic explosion
Sebastian Giovincos recent performances have convinced Giovanni Spinella that hes worthy of the Juventus shirt. More
Blog:Absolute Beginners
Sinisa Mihajlovic has taken to coaching like a duck to water. John Foster wonders if more Italian clubs should give their bench to a rookie. More
Blog:Nice Guy Edy
Napoli sacked Edy Reja following a slump, but Dave Taylor believes the club still have a lot to thank him for. More
Blog:Fatal flaw
The now axed Edy Reja wasnt to blame for Napolis problems, their own fans are. Giovanni Spinella explains. More
Blog:Dont believe the truth
English dominance in Europe shouldnt deter fans from the thrills of Serie A, argues Scott Fleming. More
Blog:The Four Tops
Picking the two Juventus strikers to face Chelsea is a lot tougher than it looks, says Scott Fleming. More
Blog:Catch 22
Behind all their complaints following a draw at Inter, Romas frustration according to Scott Fleming lies in the failure to find a vital component. More
Blog:Interlopers
Even Jose Mourinho cant find an answer for Inters Champions League phobia. Scott Fleming ponders why the real Nerazzurri wont stand up. More
Blog:Rules of engagement
Which country will be triumphant in the triple-header between Serie A and the Premiership? Giovanni Spinella argues its all about the narrative. More
Blog:A United Inter-est
It wont just be Inter versus Manchester United when the two teams meet in the Champions League. Dave Taylor looks at the subplots. More
Blog:Groaning Granata
Scott Fleming ponders the baffling under-achievement of Torino, one of the most successful sides in calcio history. More
Blog:Ron out
Despite a promising start to the season, Ronaldinho isnt shining for Milan. Dave Taylor looks at some of the reasons why. More
Blog:Power Gen
Genoa are surprise contenders to qualify for the Champions League. Dave Taylor wonders if they have got what it takes to finish in the top four. More
Blog:The trouble with Juve
Poor tactics, terrible physical condition and old age are at the root of Juventus dismal run of form, argues Giovanni Spinella. More