Serie C Playoff Draw Sets Stage for Promotion Showdown
The Serie C playoff draw is complete. Seeded teams like Ravenna and Salernitana will face non-seeded sides in a two-legged first round starting May 10, with the winner earning a spot in Serie B.
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The Serie C playoff draw is complete. Seeded teams like Ravenna and Salernitana will face non-seeded sides in a two-legged first round starting May 10, with the winner earning a spot in Serie B.
Fan protests force Liverpool's American ownership to scrap massive three-year ticket price increases. A boycott threat involving empty Anfield stands and merchandise sales leads to a revised, modest 3% rise for the 2026/27 season.
Hakim Ziyech netted a stunning free kick and a penalty for Wydad Casablanca, reigniting his Morocco World Cup chances ahead of the 2026 tournament.
Real Madrid's Federico Valverde was hospitalized after a physical fight with teammate Aurélien Tchouaméni during training, stemming from a refused handshake. The incident adds to internal tensions ahead of the crucial Clasico.
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Milan's public prosecutor investigates a suspected system of manipulated referee assignments in Italian football, focusing on a meeting between former designator Gianluca Rocchi and Inter's club referee manager Giorgio Schenone. The probe examines whether pressures on the designator constitute sports fraud.
Over 14,000 AC Milan supporters have signed a Change.org petition calling for the immediate resignation of CEO Giorgio Furlani, accusing him of prioritizing finances over sporting growth and creating a leadership crisis at the club.
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A Colombian Juventus fan shares how the club's motto and a chance encounter saved his life, with legend Gianluigi Buffon responding in a powerful mental health awareness campaign.
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Juventus and Atletico Madrid negotiate Nico Gonzalez's future, with Atletico proposing a lower fee and a possible swap involving Johnny Cardoso. Juve also eyes Roma's Nicolo Pisilli.
Massimiliano Allegri considers moving Youssouf Fofana to a deep-lying midfield role for the crucial Atalanta clash, echoing his 2010-11 tactical shift with Mark van Bommel to restore defensive solidity after Luka Modric's injury.
Sandro Tonali and Nicolò Fagioli have pleaded guilty in a criminal investigation into illegal betting, receiving fines and a suspended sentence. The case highlights the ongoing issue of unauthorized gambling platforms in Italian football.
Kenan Yildiz has overcome his knee and ankle issues, returning to full training for Juventus. His availability, alongside Khephren Thuram and Weston McKennie, is vital for the Serie A club's Champions League hopes against Lecce.
Aston Villa host Nottingham Forest in the Europa League semi-final second leg at Villa Park. Forest lead 1-0 from the first leg. Unai Emery's side must overturn the deficit to reach the final.
PSG coach Luis Enrique praises his team's defensive resolve and character after a 1-1 draw at Bayern Munich sealed their place in the 2026 Champions League final against Arsenal.
Torino striker Che Adams, a former Championship star, is drawing interest from English clubs as his contract winds down. A return to England, likely outside the Premier League, appears increasingly possible.
In an exclusive interview with Tuttosport, Giovanni Banzato, vice president and son of Padova's new owner, outlines the club's ambition and his personal connection to the team, fueled by strong fan support.