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Roma beat Genoa, just
Roma started in fine form, with two first-half goals, but almost ended up drawing with Genoa yesterday in Rome's Olympic Stadium. A late penalty, taken by De Rossi saved the day
Posted 06-04-08
PSV Eindhoven hold Fiorentina to a draw in Florence
Fiorentina lost a good opportunity last night in Florence, as PSV Eindhoven equalised to finish 1-1 in the first leg of the UEFA Cup quarter finals. Their away goal presents Cesare Prandelli's squad with a big challenge
Posted 04-04-08
Ronaldo and Rooney finish off Roma in Rome
The scoreline didn't reflect Roma's efforts last night, but the scoreline is what counts - and Cristian Ronaldo and Wayne Rooney did exactly what was expected of them, scoring a goal apiece, making it more than likely that United will knock Roma out
Posted 02-04-08
Udinese overtake AC Milan - the Serie A roundup
The main change in the Serie A points race this weekend occured when Udinese overtook an ailing AC Milan to snatch fifth place. Berlusconi's team may now be lucky to finish with just a qualification place for the UEFA cup, while Udinese and Fiorentin
Posted 31-03-08
Parma fan crushed to death by Juventus Coach
A Parma fan was killed, crushed to death, by a coach carrying Juventus fans, in a tragic accident at a service station outside Asti. The accident occured after Juventus and Parma fans clashed at the service station, both sets travelling to the Juvent
Posted 30-03-08
Roma's own-goal against Cagliari
Roma had the supposedly easier match, against low-placed Cagliari, whilst rivals Inter faced tough opponents Lazio. Roma threw away their chance of picking up points against Inter though with a lacklustre display and eye-opening own goal.
Posted 30-03-08
Spain's Villa beats Italy 1-0 in friendly
David Villa volleyed a powerful shot past Gigi Buffon to finish the Spain vs Italy friendly match last night with a 1-0 victory.
Posted 27-03-08
Posted 23-03-08
Juventus beat Inter at home, and do Roma a huge favour
The Championship was opened up last night, as Juventus defeated Serie A leaders Inter Milan at home, narrowing Inter's lead over AS Roma to just four points.
Posted 23-03-08
Posted 23-03-08
Roma make a meal of it, to win against Empoli
AS Roma came away with three valuable points, but were far from convincing in their home victory against last-placed Empoli
Posted 23-03-08
Posted 21-03-08
Roma slip up in the Derby -Serie A Midweek roundup
Roma missed their best chance yet to catch up with Inter, who drew 1-1 with Genoa last night. Other teams in trouble included AC Milan and Fiorentina
Posted 21-03-08
Donadoni admonishes Cassano
Roberto Donadoni sent the clearest signal yet, last night, about Antonio Cassano's future with the Italian national squad. The Italian coach commented that Cassano needs to realise 'he's not a kid anymore'
Posted 17-03-08
Inter win but fail to convince - Cagliari climb back - the Weekly Roundup
Inter Milan managed to maintain their six point lead, but not without some signs of weakness. At the bottom of the table Cagliari gave some pause for reflection as they struggle to climb out of the relegation zone.
Posted 17-03-08
Vucinic wins the game for Roma against Real Madrid
AS Roma qualified last night for the quarter-finals of this year's Champions League, largely thanks to Montenegrin striker Mirko Vucinic. The team beat Real Madrid, in the Santiago Bernabéu stadium in Madrid 1-2
Posted 06-03-08
Milan out of the Champions League, after defeat by Arsenal
Milan's dream of success in the Champions League was brought to an end by a confident 0-2 victory by Arsenal in the San Siro last night.
Posted 05-03-08
Inter Milan humbled by Napoli
Inter Milan lost their first game of the season last night, humbled completely by Edy Reja's Napoli at the San Paolo stadium Naples.
Posted 03-03-08
Posted 02-03-08
Fiorentina win a famous victory against Juventus
Fiorentina won a famous victory, and did it in style, by coming back from a 2-1 scoreline to win 2-3 in the closing minutes of their match with Juventus. It's a crucial victory, that upsets the upper rankings of Serie A
Posted 02-03-08
Milan's 'comeback kids' draw against Lazio
AC Milan, forced by injuries to field a team full of new talent, failed to take the initiative against a solid Lazio last night, and were lucky to draw 1-1 thanks to a late penalty. The draw sees them move further away from that magical fourth place
Posted 02-03-08
Milan lose momentum - again
Milan suffered yet another draw, when playing away from home against Catania. The result sees them slip from joint fourth position with Fiorentina. And, lest we forget, fourth place is a guarantee for next season's Champions League. Trouble looms.
Posted 29-02-08
Roma throw away the advantage, and draw 1-1 with Inter
Francesco Totti's team, AS Roma, effectively threw away their best opportunity to regain ground against Serie A leaders Inter Milan last night. The team led 1-0, and had numerical superiority on the pitch, but failed to deliver and so deserved the ev
Posted 28-02-08
Derby Della Mole - Juventus and Torino draw 0-0
The Turin Derby (Derby della Mole) was a dissapointing draw last night, with neither Juventus or Toino able to break through the stalemate. At least, though, the refereeing decisions were clear and accepted by all sides
Posted 27-02-08
Posted 25-02-08
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