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Marco Borriello was involved in a minor car accident at the weekend but it still doesn't compare to the error he made in letting this beauty slip away
Mar 27, 2012 12:05:00 PM
Today we are going to combine a good story from Serie A with the former girlfriend of a footballer to give you our WAG of the day.
Juventus striker Marco Borriello was filmed over the weekend exhibiting the sort of reckless driving skills more attributed to his on-pitch shooting.
The former Roma and AC Milan man has hardly been a hit since switching to the Turin giants and those with a wicked sense of humour will find great amusement in the lack of accuracy in his driving as he plowed his jeep into a parked car.
It's not his first misjudgement: he managed to let Belen Rodriguez slip through his hands as well as receive a suspension for taking a banned substance in 2007.
That did mean he got to spend more time with Rodriguez, although, that was not necessarily a good thing given that he pinned the drug test failure squarely on Rodriguez's shoulders.
He had used a substance to treat an STD apparently.
She said at the time: "I advised him to use the ointment but forgot it contained cortisone. Our sex session proved fatal."
Fatal to their relationship that is. They broke up in 2008. She still counts though...
Whoever had to take Diego Forlan's arm from Zaira Nara would have to be something special and it looks like his current girlfriend is just that
Mar 28, 2012 11:40:00 AM
Wednesday's WAG of the day is awarded to Victoria Saravia, girlfriend of Inter Milan's Diego Forlan. I know what you're thinking - how incredibly topical, given Inter are in the news now that they have a brand new manager! I know, Extra Time can't thank you enough.
So who is she? Well Saravia is a Uruguayan model and presenter. "Aren't they all?" I hear you shout... "Yes!" we reply, "they are..."
Anyway enough of this awful dialogue, it reads like a script written by a three-year-old. On to more pertinent matters - what are her credentials?
Well, she is an experienced WAG having dated Forlan's former international teammate Carlos Bueno. Though, she did claim Forlan is top of the pile - probably immediately following his fantastic showing in the summer's Copa America.
She's an underwear model and has featured in a TV programme called 'Bienes Gananciales' which I believe translates to 'Conjugal'. In other words it's about marital relations and that sounds absolutely riveting....
To the photos:
That's genuine zebra by the way. Ze-bra. Geddit?
Lazio president Lotito: We are the masters of our own destiny in Champions League race
The outspoken executive has stated that Edy Reja's men have 'nine finals left', but are in control in the battle to finish in the top three of Serie A this season
Juventus scouted Llorente and Farfan at Veltins Arena - report
It is believed that the Turin giants had representatives present for the Europa League quarter-finals clash between the players' club sides in Germany earlier this week
Del Piero turned down Barcelona and Manchester United to stay at Juventus in his prime, says former agent
The legendary player continues to impress in Turin, and his ex-representatives stated that the 37-year-old rejected moves to Camp Nou and Old Trafford in the past
Sebastien Frey pays tribute to Inter: I can only be grateful to them
The French shot-stopper believes that his side will have to work hard to come out on top of Sunday's game and praised the Nerazzurri for his spell at the club
Agent: Maxi Lopez keen to earn permanent deal with AC Milan
The Argentine striker is determined to prove his worth at San Siro, with his agent stating that the Rossoneri directors are happy with the 27-year-old's performances
Former Lazio and Napoli goalkeeper Francesco Mancini passes away aged 43
Passing on before his time, the retired custodian died from a myocardial infarction while at his home
Neymar surpasses Robinho's Santos goal-scoring record with hat-trick
The young star's triple took him to 95 goals in his short club career, leapfrogging the mark set by the current Milan striker
Brescia director: Nicola Leali 'practically a Juventus player'
The 19-year-old is regarded as one of the most promising young goalkeepers in Italy and the Bianconeri believe he could be the heir to Gianluigi Buffon's throne
Agent: Osvaldo's future lies with Roma
The forward came to blows with Erik Lamela earlier in the season but his representative insists that he enjoys a great relationship with both his colleagues and his coach
Allegri: I have no problem with Berlusconi's return to AC Milan
The former Italian PM has previously been accused of meddling in first-team affairs but the current Rossoneri coach insists that the pair enjoy a good working relationship
Allegri admits AC Milan must resolve San Siro pitch problems
Barcelona were unhappy with the state of the playing surface for Wednesday's Champions League clash at the Giuseppe Meazza and lodged an official complaint with Uefa
Pirlo trying to persuade Nesta to join him at Juventus - report
The centre-back is contemplating retirement but is said to be mulling over following in the footsteps of his one-time club colleague and making the move to Turin
Pato to resume squad training ahead of Barcelona clash - report
The Brazil international is currently in the U.S. to undergo treatment on his muscular problems, but will return to Milan at the weekend for Sunday's training session
Real Madrid & Manchester City never made a concrete offer for me, says Chiellini
The Italy international has revealed that he never received a serious offer from either side, while admitting that Juventus face a tough task to beat Milan to the Serie A title
Afellay on Inter radar - report
The Nerazzurri are desperate to add some fresh blood to their squad this summer after a disappointing season, and see the Dutchman as a valuable addition
Marchisio: Juventus can win the Scudetto
The Italy international has underlined the importance of the next few games for the Bianconeri, and feels that that could go all the way to win the Serie A title
Inter NextGen - the Primavera starlets who Stramaccioni may use in desperate late Champions League bid
With Andrea Stramaccioni having been installed as Nerazzurri boss for the remainder of the season, speculation is rife that the senior squad is set for an injection of youth
Bielsa quashes Inter rumours
The Argentine trainer insisted there is no truth to speculation linking him with the Nerazzurri, who are understood to be looking for alternatives to Villas-Boas
Juventus offer Elia to Schalke & Wolfsburg - report
The Netherlands international joined the Bianconeri at the start of the 2011-12 campaign, but has been unable to make his mark and could be on his way out again
'Only a lucrative deal will see Milos Krasic return to Russia,' says agent
A new spell in the country is not a priority for the out-of-favour winger in Turin, who will only consider a return should he receive a contract with a significant salary
Fiorentina's Behrami coy on Juventus rumours: We will see what happens
The Swiss midfielder says he is happy with life at the Stadio Artemio Franchi, but insists he does not know where he will be plying his trade in the future
Cassano returns to training with AC Milan team-mates
The Italy international has been working on his own in recent weeks but was welcomed back into the group for the first part of the session at Milanello on Thursday
Berlusconi formally returns to AC Milan as honorary president
The media mogul had always intended to reclaim the role he was forced to give up after being elected Prime Minister of Italy in 2008 to avoid a conflict of interest
Cavani insists his future is not dependent on Champions League qualification
The in-demand forward has been linked with a host of top European clubs, including Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain, but insists he is happy in Naples for the time being
Serie A preview: Stramaccioni eyes first points in Inter hot seat
30 March 2012
New Inter boss Andrea Stramaccioni takes charge of his first Serie A match against Genoa on Sunday, while Juventus host Napoli.Stramaccioni became Inter's third manager this season after Claudio Ranieri was sacked on Monday, and the club's former Under-20 coach must immediately turn their results around if they are to sneak into a European place for next season.
"As the president said yesterday: 'We have to win'. I have faith in the players, in the club and in myself," Stramaccioni said. "We'll take each game as it comes."His first assignment in charge is a visit from Genoa, who are winless in eight games and struggling just seven points above the relegation zone. Inter's 2-0 loss in the Derby d'Italia against Juventus last week leaves them languishing in seventh on the table, seven points behind Udinese in the final Europa League qualifying spot.
Meanwhile, league leaders AC Milan will be looking to extend their four-point lead over Juventus when they travel to Catania on Saturday.With Juventus not playing until Sunday, Massimiliano Allegri's side can put the pressure on their rivals with a win at the Stadio Angelo Massimino. Milan were a touch lucky to escape with a 0-0 draw in the Champions League quarter-final first leg against Barcelona at the San Siro on Wednesday, and Allegri may elect to rest some of his first-choice players with an eye on the second leg at the Camp Nou next week.
That may be a risky ploy however, given that Catania are unbeaten in seven matches and defeated third-placed Lazio two weeks ago.Also on Saturday, Lazio travel to Parma as they look to cement third spot and a berth in the Champions League. Napoli are pressing hard to earn a place in Europe's premier club competition though, and travel to Juventus on Sunday. Walter Mazzarri's side are three points behind Lazio, but Juventus have just as much incentive to win as they continue their chase of Milan at the top of the table.
Cesena travel to Lecce in a match that could decide the top-flight status of both clubs. Cesena are bottom of the table and look destined to go down, but a win for 18th-placed Lecce would go a long way to helping them close the five-point gap to safety. Novara, too, will be hopeful of picking up enough points to survive over the final nine games, but face a challenging trip to the Italian capital to face Roma on Sunday. Also in action on Sunday are Fiorentina, who host Chievo, while Atalanta go in search of three points at Cagliari and Palermo travel to Bologna.
Lippi: Conte should ignore Tottenham and focus on a new cycle of success with Juventus
The north London outfit have reportedly lined up the former Italy midfielder to replace the seemingly England bound Harry Redknapp as manager this summer
Juventus' Caceres: Difficult to stop Cavani
The on-loan Sevilla man has enjoyed playing alongside the Partenopei striker for the Uruguayan national team but he could end up marking 'El Matador' in Turin
Samuel: Players respect new boss Stramaccioni
The Roman is a relative coaching novice but the Argentine insists that he and his team-mates hold a high regard for the man who led the club's Primavera to NextGen Series glory
Inter reportedly set to discuss signing Destro with Genoa
The 21-year-old Italy Under-21 international is enjoying a hugely productive loan spell with Siena and has been heavily linked with Juventus in recent weeks
Busy thinking of Barcelona, AC Milan let Juventus back into Serie A title race
The Rossoneri could see their pre-weekend lead at the top cut in half on Sunday after their 1-1 draw at Catania, which was just the latest missed opportunity ahead of a Barca clash
If Juventus had Edinson Cavani, they would have almost won the Scudetto already
With the prolific Partenopei forward in town tonight, the Bianconeri will get another chance to run the rule over a striker who would most likely solve their goalscoring problems
Galliani fumes over 'unacceptable' officiating errors after Catania draw
The Rossoneri chief felt that a shot from Robinho had clearly crossed the line and he now feels that the Italian champions are not enjoying their fair share of fortune
Conte considering Borriello or Quagliarella for Napoli clash
The Bianconeri duo have managed just two goals between them this season but one or the other is set to earn a recall for a game that is vital in terms of the Scudetto race
'Enough words, now we must act' - Inter's Stramaccioni targets winning start against Genoa
The former youth coach insists actions speak louder than words, as he aims to kick off his reign in charge of the Nerazzurri with victory against Pasquale Marino's side
Catania's Spolli looking towards Europa League qualification after draw with AC Milan
The stopper was magnificent in helping the Sicilians earn a point against the champions of Italy, and is positive his team now have what it takes to secure a European place
'We stopped playing too early' - Allegri disappointed by AC Milan display against Catania
The former Cagliari boss admits the Rossoneri should have won to keep the pace at the Serie A summit, but feels they did themselves no favours with a poor attacking performance
Malaga reportedly eyeing Forlan as Van Nistelrooy replacement
The Andalusian outfit will turn their attention to the Uruguayan, who has struggled mightily at San Siro since his move to Serie A last summer, should the Dutchman retire
Coutinho admits desire for Espanyol stay
The Brazilian has made an major impact in Catalunya, and stated that he has been very happy since his January loan move from the Nerazzurri
Luis Enrique: It is impossible to make Roma play like Barcelona
The trainer admitted that the Catalan model is unlikely to be replicated in the Italian capital, and insisted that his side employ their own brand of football
We criticise our coaches but keep them while other teams stay silent and sack them, says AC Milan's Galliani
The 67-year-old has taken a swipe at his city rivals after the Nerazzurri parted company with their fourth coach since Jose Mourinho left the club for Real Madrid in 2010
Mazzarri: Napoli are used to big games now
The San Paolo side travel to Turin on Sunday and the 50-year-old trainer believes his team can be the first to beat the Bianconeri this season
The Stadio Olimpico side will supposedly part company with their current trainer at the end of the 2011-12 campaign, with the former Italy international taking over
Apr 1, 2012 3:00:00 PM
By Stefan Coerts
Lazio are ready to part company with head coach Edy Reja at the end of the season and have lined up Gianfranco Zola as his replacement, Corriere dello Sport reports.
Reja has guided the Biancoceleste to third spot in the Serie A table, but they have been struggling to find their best form in recent weeks.
The Rome side have lost three of their last four league games, and face stiff competition from Napoli and Udinese in the race for third spot.
Reja attempted to resign from his position as head coach earlier this season, but Lazio president Claudio Lotito refused to accept his decision to step down.
Nevertheless, Lotito has now supposedly had enough of Lazio's inconsistency under Reja, and will give the 66-year-old the sack after their last game of the season.
The Lazio supremo has already made a decision on who will replace Reja, as he considers Zola to the perfect man for the job.
The former Chelsea forward has been out of work since getting the sack at West Ham United in the summer of 2010.
We criticise our coaches but keep them while other teams stay silent and sack them, says AC Milan's Galliani
The 67-year-old has taken a swipe at his city rivals after the Nerazzurri parted company with their fourth coach since Jose Mourinho left the club for Real Madrid in 2010
Mar 31, 2012 2:15:00 PM
By Enis Koylu
AC Milan CEO Adriano Galliani has hit out at Inter for the way they treat their coaches, in the wake of Claudio Ranieri's recent sacking.
The 60-year-old was relieved of his duties on Monday, despite numerous indications from Nerazzurri president Massimo Moratti that his job would be safe until the summer.
Galliani has now asserted that the Rossoneri's policy of criticising coaches is far fairer than others, who stay silent before firing their trainers.
"The difference between us and the others is that we criticise our coaches, but keep them," Galliani told reporters at the airport as his side prepared to travel to Sicily to face Catania.
"Others stay silent, then sack them."
AC Milan drew 0-0 with Barcelona in the Champions League on Wednesday, and despite admitting that maintaining possession was a tough task, coach Massimiliano Allegri stated that Silvio Berlusconi was satisfied with his team's performance.
"In Italy, we normally have the most possession. With Barcelona, this is more difficult, but in reality, we're only second to them in Europe.
"Berlusconi was pleased with the performance. I gave him, because I have to, an explanation on how the team played and he gave his thoughts as well.
"We know that we must suffer at times when you play the best team in the world. But it had been 34 games since Barcelona failed to score."
Finally, Allegri acknowledged that Juventus will prove tough opposition as the Serie A title race heads into the final stretch, but called upon his team to make their current four-point advantage count.
"If Juve haven't lost this season, then it means that they have the quality to win the league. Now it's crucial that we stay ahead of them.
"We have four points more than them, and we'll fight until the end."
AC Milan face Catania in Sicily on Saturday, before travelling to Catalunya to lock horns with Barcelona in the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final tie on April 3.
Roma interested in Liverpool striker Suarez - report
The Italian side are reportedly weighing up offers for the Uruguayan and Chelsea forward Fernando Torres as they look for 'an important player of great quality'
Nesta ready to leave AC Milan for Juventus
The veteran defender is open to a move to the Bianconeri in the upcoming transfer window, but coach Antonio Conte is having doubts about his physical condition
Pato set for his last chance at AC Milan following rehabilitation from injury
The Rossoneri have been working on the recovery of the Brazilian youngster and he must now fight for his future, with a possible transfer in the summer still looming
PSV offer Van Bommel a contract
The Eredivisie giants are keen to lure the holding midfielder back to Eindhoven this summer, and have tabled a deal for the experienced Netherlands international
Lippi: Both AC Milan and Juventus will fight for Scudetto right until the end
The Bianconeri moved to within two points of the Rossoneri by cruising past Napoli on Sunday night, and their former boss believes they now have every chance of winning the title
Reja: Stadio Olimpico clash like a final for both Lazio and Napoli
The Biancocelesti currently sit third in the table but they will lose their grip on Italy's final Champions League spot if they are beaten at home by the Partenopei
AC Milan agree deal with Genoa for sole ownership of El Shaarawy, claims agent
The forward is considered one of Italy's most exciting young talents and the Rossoneri are now poised to hand over €15 million to the Rossoblu for their stake in the teenager
Prandelli buoyed by Cassano's recovery
It was initially feared that the forward might not play again this season but he is reportedly in line to make his return to competitive football against Fiorentina on Saturday
Cagliari-Inter switched from Sardinia to Trieste
The Rossoblu are in dispute with their local city council over required renovation work on their home ground and president Massimo Cellino's plans to build a new stadium
Bonucci and Matri sign new Juventus contracts until 2017
The Bianconeri have decided to reward two more players with improved deals as the Turin giants continue to tie down their most promising talents to secure their long-term future
Genoa sack Marino and reappoint Malesani
The Rossoblu have decided to rehire their former coach as they look to avoid moving further down the league table
Cassano given go-ahead to play again from medical panel
The 29-year-old striker has received news that he may be able to resume his career, but is still awaiting the decision from one last team of medical experts
Moratti delighted with Stramaccioni's debut as Inter coach
The Nerazzurri supremo was full of praise for the 36-year-old and declared that Gian Piero Gasperini is not the only one to blame for the club's disappointing campaign
Galliani asks for extra referees after Milan denied goals against Juventus & Catania
The Rossoneri director has written a letter to FIGC chief Giancarlo Abete in the wake of recent controversial decisions that went against the Serie A champions
Chiellini: Juventus won't throw away Champions League spot
The Italy international has expressed his delight with the Bianconeri's imminent return to European club football's elite tournament as he feels they will finish at least second
Atalanta's Masiello arrested for alleged involvement in Scommessopoli
The former Bari player is the latest to be detained for his supposed connections to the betting scandal that has rocked the Italian football world
Bonucci: We hope Milan slip up again
The Juventus centre-back praised his side's intensity in the win over Napoli and added that the Bianconeri are not giving up their dream of winning the Scudetto
Zanetti: Mourinho is unforgettable, but now there is Stramaccioni
The Argentine veteran believes that the Madrid trainer will always be a part of the club's history, while saying that he fully supports his new boss after Ranieri's departure
Conte 'proud' of Juventus' after victory over Napoli
The 42-year-old coach praised the team's display against the Partenopei and insisted that AC Milan remain favourites for the Serie A title despite reducing the gap at the top
'Inter played a terrible game,' says Genoa president Enrico Preziosi
The Rossoblu chief believes that the San Siro outfit can only be unhappy with Sunday's match and says that it is not normal for his side to score four times in a single match
Juventus' Arturo Vidal: We believe we can win the Scudetto
The Chilean star hailed the importance of his goal and says that his team remain confident in the Italian title race after closing the cap to rivals AC Milan on Sunday
Zarate: I knew my time would come at Inter
The 25-year-old says he is finally brimming with confidence and credited the new Nerazzurri coach for his resurgence after scoring a goal versus the Grifoni
Zanetti: Stramaccioni has brought back enthusiasm to Inter
The experienced Argentine was content with his side's win over Genoa and took the time to praise the Nerazzurri's new head coach for his good work since replacing Claudio Ranieri
Roma reveal desire to sign River wonderkid Ocampos
The Argentine youngster has been in sublime form for River Plate and has caught the attention of the ambitious Serie A outfit with his good displays
Napoli boss Mazzarri impressed by Juventus' defence
The 50-year-old coach admitted that his side dropped the pace after they conceded the second goal and noted that the Bianconeri are a quality side
Apr 2, 2012 12:55:00 AM
By Luis Mira
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Napoli coach Walter Mazzarri was left impressed with Juventus in Sunday's 3-0 defeat against Antonio Conte's men.
The Partenopei were on the back foot for most of the match and were ultimately punished by goals from Leonardo Bonucci, Arturo Vidal and Fabio Quagliarella, all in the second half.
"You can lose to Juventus in Turin, the only question is how this will happen," Mazzarri told Sky Sport Italia.
"We played on par with Juve until they scored their second goal, then we stopped working as a unit and we became nervous.
"After so many matches, we have lost a bit of sharpness, while Juventus are defensively very solid and we suffered a lot against their physicality.
"Giorgio Chiellini can mark all three men by himself and it is impossible to get past him. We were unlucky in Juventus' first goal, but we reacted well and went in search of an equaliser.
"But after Arturo Vidal's wondergoal, we dropped our level considerably and we were never able to get back into the game."
Napoli lie in fourth position in the Serie A standings, three points behind Lazio, who lost to Parma 3-1 on Saturday.
Atalanta's Masiello arrested for alleged involvement in Scommessopoli
The former Bari player is the latest to be detained for his supposed connections to the betting scandal that has rocked the Italian football world
Apr 2, 2012 7:50:00 AM
Atalanta defender Andrea Masiello has been arrested by Italian police on Sunday night for his alleged involvement in the betting scandal that has rocked Serie A, La Gazzetto dello Sportreports.
A number of Bari games from the 2009-10 campaign are being investigated as there are suspicions that the following matches, Bari-Lecce, Palermo-Bari, Bari-Sampdoria, Bari-Chievo, Bologna-Bari and Udinese-Bari, were fixed.
Masiello, who wore the Bari jersey from 2008 until 2011, recently stated that he is happy to coordinate with the police in their investigation into 'Scommessopoli', but the Bari prosecutor decided to order his arrest at the weekend.
Italian paper La Repubblica reports that the 26-year-old has sent a note to the prosecutor in which he admits that he deliberately scored an own-goal in the match between Bari and Lecce.
"When the score was 0-1, I took advantage of an opportunity, I was given an order to assure the defeat and get the payment I had been promised," Masiello allegedly wrote.
"This way, I scored the own goal, which killed off the game."
Aside from Masiello, (former) Bari players such as Daniele Portanova, Alessandro Parisi, Simone Bentivoglio, Marco Rossi, Abdelkader Ghezzal, Marco Esposito, Antonio Bellavista and Nicola Belmonte are reportedly also being monitored by the police in the ongoing investigation.
Former Italy internationals Giuseppe Signori and Cristiano Doni had previously been arrested for allegedly playing a role in the scandal.
AC Milan sweating over Pato fitness
The Brazil international has suffered yet another setback in his quest for full fitness as he picked up a knock in Tuesday's quarter-final loss in Europe's elite competition
Nesta bemused by penalty decision & hints he has played his last Champions League game for AC Milan
The former Italy international was mystified by referee Bjorn Kuipers' decision to penalise him for an alleged tug on Blaugrana defender Carles Puyol just before a corner
Del Piero appears to rule out new deal with Juventus
The Bianconeri stated earlier this season that the 37-year-old would not be offered a contract extension in the summer and he is now said to be considering a move to China
Napoli reportedly keeping tabs on Rolando
The Partenopei are keen to bolster their back line in the summer and have identified the Portugal international as one of their top priorities
Galliani: I have spoken to Messi but I am sure he will retire at Barcelona
The Rossoneri chief has expressed his admiration for the Argentina international but recognised that he is powerless to sign the 24-year-old superstar
Giovinco eyes Del Piero's shirt number at Juventus
The Italian refused to rule out the possibility of a new spell in Turin and conceded that if he did return he would like to be the new owner of the departing legend's jersey
De Rossi: Possibility to finish third an extra motivation for Roma
The Giallorossi had a difficult start to the 2011-12 campaign, but have steadily improved throughout the season and have now set their sights on Champions League qualification
Juventus tracking Raul Meireles - report
The Old Lady are looking to strengthen their midfield in the summer and it is believed that they have identified the Portugal international as one of their transfer targets
Federico Fernandez: Napoli must forget about defeat to Juventus The Argentine centre-half has stated that his side need to put their latest loss to the back of their minds and focus on beating Lazio this weekend and claiming third spot
Agent: Moussa Sissoko wants to join Roma The 22-year-old's representative has admitted that his client would favour a move to the Giallorossi at the end of the current campaign, despite interest from other big clubs
Belluschi wants Genoa stay The Argentina international joined the Rossoblu on a temporary deal during the winter transfer window, yet he has already declared his intention to remain in Italy
Cassano: I was afraid to die and thought about retiring The 29-year-old forward admitted that he considered hanging up his boots before undergoing heart surgery but went on to reveal that he is ready to play again
Agent reveals PSG face competition from Russian & Chinese clubs for Maicon The French capital side remain in the race for the 30-year-old defender, who appears to be garnering interest from teams across Europe
Bonucci 'very proud' after signing new Juventus deal The former Bari defender is over the moon to have commited his future to the Bianconeri and explained just how much the club means to him
Guarin targets permanent Inter switch The Colombian midfielder is over the moon to have joined the Nerazzurri and says he is eager to remain at the club for the foreseeable future
We will talk about Balotelli in a couple of months, says Inter technical director Branca The Nerazzurri official says that the club will discuss the return of the controversial striker in the summer, as City are thought to be keen to sell the player
Sabatini denies Roma interest in Suarez The Giallorossi chief had dismissed reports regarding a move for the Uruguayan and stressed that his club are still in the race for a Champions League spot
Miccoli keen to lure Del Piero to Palermo The Bianconeri star has an expiring contract at his current club, and his former team-mate is hopeful that he can convince the attacker to join the Sicilian outfit
Allegri to be sacked if Milan miss out on Serie A title - report The Rossoneri coach could be axed if he fails to guide the club to their second consecutive Scudetto following their early Champions League elimination to Barcelona
AC Milan confirm Pato out for the season The Rossoneri have revealed that the Brazil international will not return to match action in the 2011-12 campaign after having picked up yet another knock
Lippi agrees move to Guangzhou Evergrande - report The 63-year-old Italian is set for a return to coaching and an illustrious adventure in China seems to be on the cards for the former Inter and Juventus trainer
Samir Handanovic on Inter radar - report The Giuseppe Meazza side are believed to be on the look-out for a new goalkeeper in the summer transfer window, and have earmarked the Slovenia star as a target
Manchester City ready to sell Balotelli as Inter & AC Milan circle Roberto Mancini is preparing to wash his hands of the Italian following latest embarrassment involving the prostitute who was also linked with Manchester United's Wayne Rooney
Castaignos injury blow for Inter The Netherlands Under-21 star has picked up a thigh knock in a game for the Primavera side on Wednesday, and could be out of action for a number of weeks
Chiellini: Juventus will fight for the Scudetto until the end
The 27-year-old stopper is refusing to write off his side's chances in the competition and says his team will fight until they are mathematically out of the race for the title
Pato is sad after injury relapse, says agent
The 22-year-old striker is disappointed to have sustained another injury this season but is determined to bounce back quickly and return to the field
Cassano makes AC Milan return in training game against Primavera
The Italy international participated in a 45-minute match against the Rossoneri's youth team, putting him in contention to make his comeback against Fiorentina on Saturday
Gago: My future depends on Real Madrid as well as Roma
The Argentine's season-long stay in the Eternal City is set to come to an end but the midfielder is hoping to sign a permanent deal with the Giallorossi
Conte urges Juventus to make AC Milan 'spit blood' until end of season
The Bianconeri boss treated his troops to a spirited speech which he hopes will prevent any complacency creeping into his squad during the title run-in
Barcelona interested in Giovinco, claims agent
Speculation is rife that the Gialloblu attacker will return to Turin in the summer but, according to his representative, the Blaugrana are also keen on the Italy international
Conte: Signing of Vidal was crucial for Juventus
The Bianconeri trainer has voiced his opinion that the capture of the Chile international in the summer of 2011 has been pivotal in their revival this season
Conte only concerned about Juventus: 'We must watch our own house'
The Bianconeri boss says he is not thinking about their Scudetto rivals and is solely focused on his own side's progress as they compete for the Serie A title with AC Milan
Lazio youth player in a coma
The Biancocelesti youngster was involved in a collision on his scooter on Friday and is currently unconscious in San Camillo hospital after suffering a cerebral edema
Lazio's Reja: Napoli game important but not decisive
The experienced trainer has refused to place too much emphasis on this weekend's game against the Partenopei, although admitted the fixture is important
Baptista: Ranieri tried to destroy me at Roma
The former Real Madrid and Arsenal playmaker has declared that the former Roma trainer tried to ruin his career during his spell at the Serie A giants before he left for Spain
Cavani hints at Napoli stay: 'I think we'll be able to go really far next season'
The Uruguayan striker looks set to stay at the Partenopei beyond the current campaign and believes big things lie ahead for Walter Mazzarri's talented side
Cassano likely to make bench against Fiorentina, says Allegri
The Rossoneri boss has revealed that the attacker could make his comeback on Saturday, while adding that he's confident Pato will bounce back from his injury problems
It would be amazing if Inter could snatch third place, says Stankovic
The Serbian midfielder is hopeful that the Nerazzurri can climb to third spot in the table in order to qualify for next season's Champions League
Juventus sign €35 million sponsorship deal with Jeep
The American SUV brand will replace Betclic on Bianconeri shirts for the next three years, while they will also become the club's new vehicle supplier
Palermo will make life difficult for Juventus, says Mutti
The 57-year-old coach is eagerly anticipating this weekend's encounter against the Turin giants, and is confident that his side can trouble the Bianconeri
Stramaccioni focused solely on Cagliari clash and not long-term future at Inter
The young coach underlined that his main priority is beating the Sardinians on Saturday and gave little importance to Mario Balotelli's potential return to San Siro
Conte: Juventus are waiting for a Milan slip-up
The 42-year-old coach reiterated that he is not obsessed with how the Rossoneri fare, but assured that his side will be ready to pounce if the Serie A champions drop points
Matias Silvestre would be perfect for Roma, says agent
The Argentine only joined Palermo last summer from rivals Catania, but his representative has talked up the idea of him moving again in a few months, this time to the Olimpico
Juventus sign €35 million sponsorship deal with Jeep
The American SUV brand will replace Betclic on Bianconeri shirts for the next three years, while they will also become the club's new vehicle supplier
Apr 6, 2012 2:15:00 PM
By Livio Caferoglu
Juventus have announced that Jeep will become the club's new shirt sponsor for the next three seasons.
From the 2012-13 campaign onwards, the car brand will adorn the Old Lady's first-team jerseys, as well as those of their youth teams, in a deal which the Turin giants will pocket €35 million.
"Juventus Football Club SpA and Fiat SpA have signed a Memorandum of Understanding for the sponsorship of the jersey of Juventus for the next three football seasons," read an official statement.
"From July 1, 2012, Fiat SpA will become the sole sponsor of Juventus for all competitions, against a fixed total of €35 million, in addition to becoming the supplier of club cars. From next season, the Jeep brand will appear on the team's shirts.
"The final agreement, which will last until June 30, 2015, will be signed in the coming weeks.
"With over 70 years of history, Jeep boasts a global reputation with cars distributed in over 120 countries around the world. Since 1941, more than 15 million Jeep cars have been produced and distributed worldwide."
Jeep are owned by the Chrysler Group, who formed a global strategic allegiance with Fiat in 2009. Both Juventus and Fiat are held by Exor, who are controlled by the Agnelli family.
Juventus returned to the top of the Serie A after a 2-0 win at Palermo on Saturday, as AC Milan slipped up.Milan - who began the day one point clear at the summit - missed a chance to go four points clear ahead of Juve's fixture with a shock 2-1 loss at home to Fiorentina. And Antonio Conte's men took full advantage of Milan's slip-up, extending their unbeaten streak to 36 matches in all competitions - and 31 in Serie A - with an impressive performance at the Stadio Renzo Barbera.
After a goalless first half, Juve flexed their muscle in the second and Leonardo Bonucci gave them the lead 12 minutes after the restart.Juventus wrapped up the win 13 minutes later when Fabio Quagliarella converted Alessandro Matri's assist to seal the club's fourth league triumph in a row. Juve last lost a competitive match on May 15 last year when they were defeated 1-0 at Parma in the Serie A.
Milan's 2-1 defeat was even more surprising given that they took the lead. Swedish forward Zlatan Ibrahimovic netted a 31st-minute penalty for Massimiliano Allegri's side and it was an advantage they carried into the break.Montenegro striker Stevan Jovetic levelled proceedings two minutes into the second half before Amauri - formerly on the books of Juventus - scored the winner in the dying stages.
Meanwhile, Kwadwo Asamoah scored a brace in Udinese's 3-1 home win over Parma.The Ghanaian netted on the stroke of half-time and in second-half injury-time, with Antonio Di Natale also getting on the scoresheet for the winners. Luis Muriel and David Di Michele grabbed doubles for Lecce as the relegation-threatened side beat sixth-placed Roma 4-2, while Inter Milan had to come from behind twice to secure a 2-2 draw at Cagliari.
Mattia Destro's 90th-minute winner gave Siena a 2-1 victory at Atalanta and Chievo beat a 10-man Catania 3-2.Cesena and Bologna played out a goalless stalemate while strugglers Novara and Genoa could not be separated either, as they were forced to share the spoils in a 1-1 draw.Lazio retained a firm grip on third place, 10 points behind Milan, with a 3-1 home win over Napoli.
Midfielder Antonio Candreva gave the home side a ninth minute lead only for Goran Pandev to equalise 11 minutes before half-time.Goals from Stefano Mauri (61st minute) and an 81st minute penalty from Cristian Ledesma guaranteed Lazio the three points.
AC Milan keeping tabs on Nancy's Traore - report The Mali international has had an impressive season in Ligue 1, and the Italian champions have allegedly identified him as a potential summer transfer target
Barzagli praises Juventus' attackers after Palermo victory The Bianconeri went back to the top of Serie A with a victory at the Stadio Renzo Barbera on Saturday, and the Italy international has hailed the team's midfielders and strikers
Maxi Lopez: AC Milan must bounce back from defeat to Fiorentina The Italian champions were beaten 2-1 by the Florence-based side on Saturday, and have lost top spot to Juventus, but the Argentine attacker wants to forget about the game
Amauri hits AC Milan where it hurts, leaving Juventus in sight of first post-Calciopoli Scudetto The former Bianconero was the unlikely hero for the Old Lady, as his late winner at San Siro edged his one-time employers' noses in front in the title race
Juventus' Conte glad to be back on top of Serie A The Bianconeri leapfrogged AC Milan to move to the summit with a 2-0 win over Palermo on Saturday, with the champions beaten 2-1 by Fiorentina at San Siro
Mazzarri: We deserved to beat Lazio The San Paolo outfit were beaten 3-1 on Saturday by Edy Reja's men, but the former Sampdoria head coach feels his side played well enough to have won the fixture
Reja dedicates Lazio victory to memory of Giorgio Chinaglia The ex-Biancocelesti and New York Cosmos star passed away last Sunday, and the coach paid his respects following an impressive victory in the hunt for European football
Luis Enrique not thinking about leaving Roma
The Spaniard was disappointed at his side's capitulation on Saturday, but rejected the idea that his time at the Stadio Olimpico was coming to a close
Stramaccioni: Cagliari draw leaves a bitter taste in the mouth for Inter
The new trainer made no attempt to hide his disappointment at missing out on three crucial points, although he praised the home side after an exciting clash
Bonucci: Serie A title is now in Juventus' hands
Having scored in Saturday's 2-0 defeat of Palermo, the defender pointed out that it was up to his club to stay on top in the last seven matches and secure the Scudetto
Allegri: Serie A title wide open between AC Milan and Juventus
The trainer was not too disheartened by Saturday's defeat at the hands of Fiorentina, pointing out that there was plenty of football still to be played in 2011-12
Tomic is only thinking about Roma, admits agent
The 24-year-old is the latest player to be linked with the Giallorossi, and according to his representative, his client only has eyes for Luis Enrique's side
AC Milan still interested in Tevez as replacement for Pato - report
Vice-president Adriano Galliani reportedly wants to see a trident of Boateng, Ibrahimovic and the Manchester City attacker to spearhead the Rossoneri for the coming years
Inter starlet Pecorini banned for nine months
The young stopper was shown to have insulted the referee during the NextGen Series triumph over Ajax last Sunday, but his agent hopes the Nerazzurri appeal his suspension
Chievo boss Di Carlo wary of Ibrahimovic threat The 48-year-old coach has revealed that he is considering man-marking the Sweden striker, who has netted five times in nine appearances against the Flying Donkeys
Krasic will 'certainly' leave Juventus in the summer, insists agent
The winger enjoyed an encouraging start to his career with the Bianconeri but he has been frozen out of the first team by coach Antonio Conte and is now set for pastures new
Balotelli apologises to Prandelli and Mancini
The enigmatic 21-year-old forward's future with both the Azzurri and his club side are now the subject of much debate in light of his latest misdemeanour
Giovinco would fit in well at Barcelona, says Ceravolo
The former Bianconeri staff member, who worked closely with the forward during his youth career, believes that the 25-year-old would be a quality addition to the Blaugrana
Reja: Lazio's victory against Napoli could be decisive
The 66-year-old trainer was delighted with the win over the Partenopei but is not getting carried away ahead of the match against Juventus in Turin
Allegri: Juve are not unbeatable and have not won the league yet
The Rossoneri trainer has insisted that they are still determined to win the Scudetto, and feels that the absence of a number of players does not justify their recent downturn
Pirlo: I have spoken to Nesta about joining Juventus
The defender has yet to make a decision about his future, and his former Milan colleague is hopeful that the centre-back will move to the Turin giants this summer
Standard Liege's Sinan Bolat on AC Milan radar - report
The Rossoneri are looking to add another goalkeeper to their ranks in the summer transfer window, and have supposedly earmarked the Turkey international as the perfect addition
Inter were close to signing Kaka before he joined AC Milan, says former director
The former Nerazzurri director has revealed that they were in advanced talks to bring the midfielder to Serie A, but he eventually joined their arch-rivals instead
The pressure is now on Juventus, admits Pirlo
The experienced midfielder has conceded that it is now up to the Bianconeri to hold on to top spot in the table, and added that they should not look at their title rivals
Jovetic 'proud' of Fiorentina's victory against AC Milan
The Montenegrin starlet was over the moon with his side's triumph against the Rossoneri and said that the result will come as a huge boost to the Viola's bid to avoid relegation
I don’t feel that my job is at risk, says Milan coach Allegri
The former Cagliari trainer does not fear that he will be shown the door in the wake of his side's Serie A loss at home against the Viola on Saturday afternoon
Suspensions and injuries taking their toll at AC Milan, says Abate
The right-back has admitted that Massimiliano Allegri's men are going through a difficult period due to various reasons, and hopes that Juventus will encounter similar problems
AC Milan will battle with Juventus right until the end, says Zanetti
The veteran believes that the Rossoneri will bounce back from Saturday's loss against the Viola, and feels that the Nerazzurri deserved better against Cagliari
Liverpool start talks with Fiorentina over Juan Manuel Vargas - report
The Anfield club are said to be thrashing out a deal with the Serie A side which would see them secure the services of the 28-year-old Peruvian left-winger
Quagliarella: Juventus should not think about AC Milan
The attacker has urged the Bianconeri to solely focus on their own performances, and was over the moon with his team's impressive display against the Rosanero on Sunday
