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| Saturday 8 November, 2008 |
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| Mihajlovic admires Bologna |
| Sinisa Mihajlovic picks up a point on his Bologna debut and assures he was impressed with the renewed team spirit. More |
| Spalletti: We did it all |
| Roma Coach Luciano Spalletti was disheartened after the 1-1 draw with Bologna. “We did it all by ourselves.” More |
| Bol 1-1 Rom: Cicinho howler gifts Sinisa |
| A spectacular Cicinho own goal gave Sinisa Mihajlovic a 1-1 draw on his Bologna debut, but Roma shot themselves in the foot. More |
| Mancini gives Mihajlovic blessing |
| Roberto Mancini is at the Dall'Ara to cheer on protégé Sinisa Mihajlovic. “He has the technical and human qualities to do well in Serie A.” More |
| De Biasi: We deserved it |
| Gianni De Biasi maintains Torino's victory was thoroughly deserved, but Davide Ballardini thought Palermo's only fault was their finishing. More |
| Tor 1-0 Pal: Saumel sinks Palermo |
| Jurgen Saumel's cracking volley gave Torino victory over Palermo after Antonio Nocerino's red card and the woodwork rattled three times. More |
| Rocchi urges Lazio trident |
| Tommaso Rocchi urged Lazio to adopt the trident attack with Mauro Zarate and Goran Pandev now that he is getting back to full fitness. More |
| Serie B: Away we go! |
| There were six away wins in Serie B today, including Mantova's shocker at Albinoleffe and Piacenza surprising Brescia. Reports |
| Marino puts pressure on Inter |
| Udinese have every intention of attacking Inter from the get-go at San Siro, assures a confident Pasquale Marino. More |
| Prandelli considers new system |
| Cesare Prandelli must do without Adrian Mutu for a fortnight and could change Fiorentina's tactics against Atalanta. More |
| Ranieri: Einstein or Idiot? |
| In three weeks Juventus Coach Claudio Ranieri has been lambasted and praised in the media. “An idiot doesn’t become Einstein overnight.” More |
| Ancelotti: Milan aren't lucky |
| Carlo Ancelotti insists Milan’s recent last-gasp victories have more to do with tactics than luck, while he deals with yet more injuries. More |
| Mou drops Adriano again |
| Jose Mourinho explains why he has again frozen out Adriano and what is behind Inter’s poor recent performances. More |
| Legrottaglie: Best Juve still to come |
| Nicola Legrottaglie warns Juventus are just warming up. “From December onwards we’ll be unstoppable.” More |
| Calcio's First Ladies unite |
| Serie A’s two first female Presidents, Francesca Menarini and Rosella Sensi, will sit together this evening to watch Bologna-Roma. More |
| Quagliarella: Bring on Inter |
| Fabio Quagliarella is fresh from conquering Moscow and is ready to do the same at San Siro against Inter on Sunday. More |
| Kaka targets Milan Double |
| Kaka is confident Milan can do The Double of picking up the Scudetto and UEFA Cup this season. More |
| Juve aim for Afellay |
| Juventus may be flying high, but they are already looking to the transfer window with a list of targets including Dutchman Ibrahim Afellay. More |
| Mazzarri eyes San Paolo upset |
| Walter Mazzarri may be the underdog in the encounter with Napoli, but he expects his Sampdoria to make waves. More |
| De Biasi sees Toro turnaround |
| Gianni De Biasi is confident Torino can turn their season around by defeating Palermo today for that extra confidence boost. More |
| Blog: An old dilemma |
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The old guard have revived Juventus’ fortunes recently. But, as Giovanni Spinella asks, where has that left their talented youngsters? More
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| Di Carlo admires fiery Chievo |
| New Chievo Coach Mimmo Di Carlo concedes he is “surprised” by the positive attitude of his players ahead of the crunch match with Juventus. More |
| Today's headlines: What the papers say... |
| Today's front-page headlines from La Gazzetta dello Sport, the Corriere dello Sport and Tuttosport. More |
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| Friday 7 November, 2008 |
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| Serie B: Salernitana stutter |
| Salernitana hoped to recapture the leadership of Serie B, but were held in a four-goal thriller by relegation battlers Treviso. More |
| Inler sets sights on Inter |
| Udinese are on a roll and Gokhan Inler can’t wait to keep the momentum going against Inter on Sunday. More |
| Sinisa's 'water pistol' approach |
| New Bologna boss Sinisa Mihajlovic told his side they have no reason to fear Roma. “You can win even with a water pistol if you aim it properly.” More |
| Dunga: No Amauri guarantee |
| Amauri is doing well, but there is “no guarantee” he will receive a Brazil call, warns Carlos Dunga, pushing him towards the Italy squad. More |
| Zola crowns King Alex |
| Gianfranco Zola has hailed Alessandro Del Piero’s brace that beat Real Madrid by noting “he is among the best in the world.” More |
| Lyon ponder Trez exchange |
| French giants Lyon may be preparing a part-exchange swoop to bring Juventus hitman David Trezeguet to the Stade Gerland. More |
| Joaquin cools Juve talk |
| Valencia winger Joaquin claims he knows nothing about recent Press speculation linking him with a move to Juventus. More |
| Spalletti eyes Chelsea springboard |
| Luciano Spalletti has included Francesco Totti in his Roma squad to face Bologna and hopes to build on a midweek win at Chelsea. More |
| Viola set sights on Veloso |
| Portuguese midfielder Miguel Veloso is reportedly a target for Fiorentina and his agent has confirmed the Viola's interest. More |
| Ballardini stresses Toro respect |
| Palermo Coach Davide Ballardini isn't taking tomorrow afternoon's date with Torino lightly. More |
| Julio Cesar denies difficulties |
| Inter goalkeeper Julio Cesar insists the Nerazzurri have nothing to prove, despite their midweek draw with Anorthosis Famagusta. More |
| Betting: Serie A Predictions |
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| Cruz bound for Bologna? |
| There are rumours that Inter marksman Julio Cruz has asked to be allowed to rejoin former side Bologna in January. More |
| Mutu's injury woes continue |
| Fiorentina striking star Adrian Mutu has been hit by yet another injury and will miss this weekend's game against Atalanta. More |
| Blog: Turin’s other Alex |
| With doubts over Alessandro Rosina’s Torino future, Serafino Ingardia believes someone could pick themselves up a real bargain. More |
| Cigarini blow, Vieri boost for Orobici |
| There's good news and bad news for Atalanta as Luca Cigarini's injury is more serious than suspected but Christian Vieri is ready for action. More |
| Juve 'begin Joaquin discussions' |
| Juventus are reportedly ready to open talks with Valencia in the hope of adding Spanish international winger Joaquin to the ranks. More |
| Gallery: Dinho to the rescue |
| Milan needed some late Ronaldinho magic to secure a 1-0 UEFA Cup win over a tenacious Braga side at San SIro. Gallery |
| Blog: Sinister Mihajlovic |
| A controversial choice, Sinisa Mihajlovic has taken over an embattled Bologna. James Horncastle believes he can lead them to safety. More |
| Senderos: I'm getting there |
| Swiss defender Philippe Senderos was victorious on his long-awaited Milan debut but admits it was hard work as he still isn't fully fit. More |
| Marino enjoys Russian conquest |
| Udinese tactician Pasquale Marino couldn't hide his satisfaction at yesterday evening's important win over Spartak Moscow. More |
| Dinho delight at Braga raid |
| Ronaldinho was Milan's hero in last night's UEFA Cup win over Braga but insists the three points are all that mattered. More |
| Quotes of the Week |
| The weird and wonderful soundbites which have lit up another week in the world of Italian football. More |
| Today's headlines: What the papers say... |
| Today's front-page headlines from La Gazzetta dello Sport, the Corriere dello Sport and Tuttosport. More |
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