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3 days ago
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Inter Milan Attack Nonexistent Vs PSG – Lautaro & Thuram Isolated, No Shots On Target Until 75th Minute
Inter Milan Attack Nonexistent Vs PSG – Lautaro & Thuram Isolated, No Shots On Target Until 75th Minute Lautaro Martinez and Marcus Thuram were isolated and had no impact as Inter Milan's attack was 'nonexistent' against PSG. This is the view in today's print edition of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews. Advertisement It would be an understatement to say that Inter Milan struggle to cope with Paris Saint-Germain yesterday. Quite simply the Nerazzurri failed to get up the pitch for much of the first half. And then when they did start to throw caution to the wind, they looked toothless as they approached the PSG penalty area. Lautaro & Thuram Isolated As Inter Attack 'Nonexistent' Vs PSG PARMA, ITALY – APRIL 05: Lautaro Martínez of FC Internazionale looks on during the Serie A match between Parma and FC Internazionale at Stadio Ennio Tardini on April 05, 2025 in Parma, Italy. (Photo by) As the Gazzetta note, Inter did not even muster a shot on target against Paris Saint-Germain until the 75th minute. And it was clear to see why that was the case, watching the performances from the Nerazzurri's two forwards. In the case of Inter captain Lautaro Martinez, the Argentine attempted to drop back at times. But unlike his PSG opposite number Ousmane Dembele, his efforts to add numbers to midfield bore little fruit. Advertisement Meanwhile, Martinez did attempt to win some physical challenges with PSG defender Willian Pacho. But for all his effort and grit, the Argentine never turned any of these into dangerous situations. Meanwhile, Marcus Thuram did have one halfway dangerous chance in the second half. But that was hardly enough, particularly considering that he never really held onto the ball or got Inter into the PSG final third.
Daily Mail
25-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mail
Naples bows down at the feet of Scott McTominay: the talisman who made their Scudetto dream come true
Naples woke up with a hangover, but few will regret their sore heads. The Scudetto celebrations went on until night became morning, and the festivities will continue all the way through to Monday's open-top bus parade and beyond. This triumph will be savoured. The scale of the achievement is still sinking in for many. For all the tricolour banners and Scudetto shields bearing the number four that were strung up around town well before Scott McTominay 's bicycle kick helped sink Cagliari, this title was never a given. Long before he scored a goal that will be written into Neapolitan folklore, though, McTominay had been seen as Napoli's key figure, their 'Scudetto Man'. From the moment he set foot on Campanian ground last summer, the Scotland midfielder grabbed this team by the horns and steered them towards this unlikely triumph. McTominay's impact was universally recognised and lauded in the newspapers scattered across coffee-stained bars on Saturday morning after he scooped the Serie A player of the season award in his debut campaign. The Italian media was unanimous in its judgement when it came to seasonal player ratings that McTominay was the star man. Gazzetta dello Sport and Corriere dello Sport, the two biggest sports papers in the country, gave the Scot a 10/10 score. He was the only one to achieve perfection. The latter described him as the 'Prime Minister of Naples' and the 'secret of their success.' 'He is one man, but he seems like two,' they wrote. 'McT is the Scudetto Man, the best…he is destined to become the icon of this triumph.' Gazzetta celebrated the 28-year-old as 'charismatic, physically devastating and tactically crucial' in their review. 'His shirts are sold out and there is a horde of nicknames: McDomini, McTotally, McFratm. Now for the first time in his career, finally and deservedly, he is McChampion,' they wrote. One report predicted a surge of newborn Neapolitans being named Scott in hospitals across Campania. That is not beyond the realms of possibility in a city besotted with its football club and where its heroes are treated with unique levels of adulation. 'It's no coincidence that it was his goal that sealed the Scudetto in the final game,' Sky wrote. 'He is second only to Lukaku for goals, but three of his 14 were penalties.' The round-up was signed off with a single word: 'Braveheart.' McTominay also caught the attention of calcio royalty, with Milan legend Alessandro Costacurta among the pundits to highlight his contribution — while revealing that he keeps an eye on Scotland matches. 'He was crucial,' Costacurta said. 'He didn't play this role at United, although he does with Scotland, where he is freer to get forward. He was chosen because here it isn't as physical as in England and Conte's gamble paid off, as they almost always do.' For all the praise being showered on his compatriot, Billy Gilmour's contribution was appreciated too. The former Brighton man made his 13th start of the season in the crucial final win over Cagliari, and his influence has grown as the year has gone on. Initially thought of as a deputy to playmaker Stanislav Lobotka, Gilmour proved he had more strings to his bow when an injury crisis compelled Conte to play him to the right of the Slovakian in a three-man midfield for a 1-1 draw with Inter in March. Before then, Gilmour had played 20 minutes of Serie A football in three months. But from that point onward, he featured in every match and started regularly as Conte began to appreciate his value and versatility. Gilmour received 7.5/10 ratings from Gazzetta and Corriere dello Sport, the former describing him as a player who 'dances on his toes, eats up kilometres and makes complicated situations look simple' and the latter complimenting him for 'wearing his 23 years like a veteran.' It may have been an understated debut season for Gilmour compared to his compatriot, but it has by no means been a disappointing one. For both, the influence of Conte has been crucial. The former Chelsea and Tottenham manager was the architect of Napoli's success as he claimed his fifth Scudetto as a coach and became the first manager to win it with three different clubs following his successes with Inter and Juventus. He was raised onto the shoulders of the players when he came onto the pitch after the game, a beaming grin on the face of a man who has seen it all before but lives for these moments. 'This was the most unexpected and difficult Scudetto, the most stimulating challenge after a 10th place finish and redoing everything,' Conte said. Conte is a winner. He was appointed in the wake of Napoli's disastrous title defence last year, not to carefully rebuild piece by piece, but to immediately make this team competitive again. Few expected that would mean an immediate Scudetto, especially amid competition from an Inter side that has reached another Champions League final, and the effort of guiding a stretched and tiring squad over the finish line took its toll. Conte said ahead of the final day that he had 'gone beyond my limits' this season and rumours about a summer departure after just one season have been persistent. Underneath the cacophony of roars tumbling from the Stadio Maradona stands on Friday, that low drone of uncertainty remained. 'Now we will enjoy it all,' Conte responded when asked about his future. 'I have a great relationship with the president (Napoli owner Aurelio De Laurentiis). We've had the chance to get to know each other. Now we will celebrate together. We are both winners, in different ways, but that is what we are.' The players are devoted to Conte, too. A group of them, including a newly blue-haired Gilmour, even raided the press conference room as the manager faced the media, soaking the coach before getting him to dance. De Laurentiis is doing what he can to convince Conte to stay but has not given any guarantees. 'Never say never,' he said. 'I would like to see him at work in the Champions League too.' For McTominay, Gilmour and the rest, that is the next big challenge. Whether they will be able to count on the guidance of the man who made this dream come true, however, remains a mystery.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
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Poland Star Praised For ‘Fiery' Performance In Como 0-2 Inter Milan Serie A Clash
Nicola Zalewski has won praise for a 'fiery' performance in yesterday's Serie A clash between Como and Inter Milan. Today's print edition of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews, hail the Polish international as having been one of Inter's outstanding players. Advertisement Nicola Zalewski got the start for Inter Milan in yesterday's Serie A clash with Como. The 23-year-old has enjoyed a strong end to the season, starting a number of Inter's Serie A matches in the run-in. Zalewski has recently been playing a more central and attacking role. Rather than playing at wingback, Zalewski has played as one of two attacking midfielders behind striker Mehdi Taremi in a 3-4-3 or 3-4-2-1 shape. Zalewski Praised For 'Fiery' Display In Como 0-2 Inter Milan Serie A Clash MILAN, ITALY – MAY 03: Nicola Zalewski of. FC Internazionale competes for the ball with Nicolas. Valentini of. Hellas Verona. FC during the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and Hellas Verona FC at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on May 03, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by) Nicola Zalewski has looked very comfortable playing in the attacking midfield role for Inter. Despite playing primarily as a wingback, the Pole is not only a player who thrives using his pace in big spaces. Advertisement Zalewski has also looked very proficient in tighter confines. And that was certainly on display yesterday against Como. Moreover, Zalewski also showed energy and a willingness to try and make things happen for Inter. The 23-year-old's energy in trying to win the ball back was key for Inter in the midfield battle. And he was one of the Inter players who was most consistently showing for the ball.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
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Scott McTominay hailed as ‘genius' as Napoli seize control of Serie A title race
Scott McTominay has been branded a "genius" by the Italian media after his brace against Torino gave Napoli control of the Serie A title race. McTominay's double took him to 11 goals for the season and above Denis Law, who scored 10 for Torino in 1961-62, as the most prolific Scottish player in a single season in Italy's top league. Advertisement Napoli now lead second-placed Inter - shock 1-0 losers at home to Roma before their title rivals kicked off on Sunday night - by three points with four games to play. McTominay guaranteed that advantage with first-half goals against Torino and La Gazzetta dello Sport, Italy's biggest and most respected sports newspaper, had no hesitation in underlining the importance of the Scotland midfielder who has scored five goals in three games. Gazzetta called McTominay a "genius" and "Maradona's hero", a reference to the club's former late Argentina great who twice won the Scudetto during his career in Naples. It has been a remarkable campaign for the 28-year-old who started the season on the Manchester United bench and left Old Trafford in August for £25.7m. Advertisement McTominay was associated with the United academy from the age of five and made 255 senior appearances for the Red Devils. On putting Napoli in charge for their second Serie A title in three seasons, McTominay told DAZN: "It would mean the world, obviously the squad did it two years ago. "We mustn't get too high, as now we are leading the race, but we've got to keep calm, keep everything relaxed and go game by game. Napoli closed in on Serie A success (Getty Images) "This game isn't important unless we win the next and the one after that. So let's stay calm and see where it gets us." Napoli's remaining games are all against teams in the bottom half of the table. Antonio Conte's side play Genoa and Cagliari at home with away games against Lecce and Parma. PA
Yahoo
19-05-2025
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🫣 Arna misses from close range, title decided as in 2022
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇮🇹 here. The face of Nerazzurri's despair is that of Marko Arnautović. The Austrian's glaring miss at 90'+4 left the entire San Siro in disbelief, ready to experience another crazy and exciting finale like against Barcelona. But no, this time in the center area there was no Acerbi, but the former Bologna player who missed the ball from a few steps away. There, Inter's hopes were extinguished and the ruthless cameras went to capture the class of '89. On social media, it didn't take long for more than one user to recall the Fatal Bologna of late April 2022, when at Dall'Ara, Inter let two goals slip and effectively set the stage for Milan's comeback. A game decided by Radu's mistake but in which the equalizing goal for the Rossoblù was scored by Arnautović Lazio yesterday, the circle could have been closed, giving back what was taken and saluting as a hero. The truth, however, is that the feeling between Marko and Inter never came to be. Arrived last year, in two seasons at San Siro he has never managed to make an impact, except for last night - albeit negatively. The Gazzetta dello Sport's comment was harsh, giving a rating of 4 for the performance against the Biancocelesti, adding: "A Scudetto in that chewed up ball, or rather no, vomited a meter from the goal. It will remain a nightmare for a long time." In a few weeks his contract will expire, which will not be renewed. A shame, for a guy who has made himself loved by everyone in the locker room. On the field, however, it was not the same thing.
