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BBC News
2 days ago
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How learning from Barella & co inspired Iovu
Learning from European stars at Cagliari inspired new Dundee United signing Iurie Iovu to become the "passionate" player he is part of the Serie A club's academy, the defender spent time training in the first team with Italy's Euro 2020 winner Nicolo Barella, La Liga-winning centre-back Diego Godin and former Belgium midfielder Radja centre-half Iovu, who United signed from Istra 1961 on a two-year deal, did not play a senior game for the Italian side but learned a lot from the top-class trio."When you see these players and train with them, you improve a lot at a young age and you learn to be positive about life," said the 22-year-old, who ended last season on loan at Deportivo Alaves' B team in Spain's fourth the type of player United fans can expect, he added: "When you are a defender, you must be passionate to make strikers scared about you so you defend well and don't concede goals."Meanwhile, in-demand Zac Sapsford explained why he chose Tannadice as his destination this summer."I did have some other offers," the Australian striker, who signed from Western Sydney Wanderers, revealed. "But I saw where this club is going. It's a really positive place to be. And for me and my career, to continue play first-team football is key. "Hopefully I can build on the season I had last year and score more goals."
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Sport
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Inter Milan & Italy Trio Must Recover Mentally From Absolute Devastation Of Serie A, Champions League & FIFA World Cup Qualifier Collapse
Federico Dimarco, Alessandro Bastoni, and Nicolo Barella will have to recover mentally from the devastation of collapses by Inter Milan and Italy. This is the view in today's print edition of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews. Advertisement It would be a significant understatement to say that it has been a tough three weeks for Federico Dimarco, Alessandro Bastoni, and Nicolo Barella. First, there was the disappointment of missing out on the Serie A title. Losing out to Napoli was already tough. But the manner in which it happened – losing on the final day after repeatedly failing to take advantage of opportunities to put the title race to bed – stung all the more. Then, the Champions League final was even more devastating for Inter. Losing another final in narrow fashion as they had against Manchester City in 2023 would have been heartbreaking for Inter. But the 5-0 blowout loss to Paris Saint-Germain was something else entirely. Advertisement It is possible that the Italian internationals will have hoped the international break was an opportunity to reset. However, the misery followed them to the Azzurri camp. They lost 3-0 against Norway to get their World Cup qualifying campaign to the worst conceivable start. Dimarco, Bastoni & Barella Must Recover Mentally From Inter & Italy Collapse MUNICH, GERMANY – MAY 31: Nicolo Barella of FC Internazionale reacts towards Referee Istvan Kovacs during the UEFA Champions League Final 2025 between Paris Saint-Germain and FC Internazionale Milano at Munich Football Arena on May 31, 2025 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by) For Federico Dimarco, Alessandro Bastoni, and Nicolo Barella, it will feel like the rug has been pulled from under them. However, notes the Gazzetta, the trio cannot afford to dwell on these feelings. Dimarco, Bastoni, and Barella are all still key figures for Inter. No matter how the last few weeks have gone. Advertisement Therefore, recovering confidence will be the most important task. Inter need all of Dimarco, Bastoni, and Barella to believe that they are capable of reaching their best levels. Otherwise, things might only continue to get worse, in a self-fulfilling prophecy.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
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Inter Milan Jet Off To United States For FIFA Club World Cup Without Three Italy Internationals
Inter Milan Jet Off To United States For FIFA Club World Cup Without Three Italy Internationals Alessandro Bastoni, Nicolo Barella, and Davide Frattesi will not be part of Inter Milan's traveling squad as the team jets off to North America today. Per Tuttosport via FCInterNews, the Italian trio will join the rest of the group directly in the United States. Advertisement All three players featured for Gli Azzurri in June's World Cup qualifying games against Norway and Moldova. However, it wasn't a pleasant experience for the Nerazzurri trio. Indeed, Alessandro Bastoni and Nicolo Barella faced harsh criticism for lackluster showings in a 3-0 defeat in Oslo. Meanwhile, Davide Frattesi did well against Moldova, registering an assist in Italy's scrappy 2-0 home win. Alessandro Bastoni, Nicolo Barella & Davide Frattesi to Join Inter Milan Club World Cup Squad Late MILAN, ITALY – APRIL 23: Alessandro Bastoni of FC Internazionale looks on during the warm up prior to the coppa Italia Semi Final match between FC Internazionale and AC Milan at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on April 23, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by) International duty was the last thing they needed after an exhausting club season. Therefore, they'll take some extra rest before putting themselves at Cristian Chivu's disposal. Advertisement Meanwhile, Hakan Calhanoglu will board the plane despite sustaining an injury for Turkey. The same goes for Francesco Pio Esposito, who has yet to regain full fitness. Finally, Yann Bisseck will be there after missing Germany's UEFA Nations League clashes against Portugal and France.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
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Inter Milan Jet Off To United States For FIFA Club World Cup Without Three Italy Internationals
Inter Milan Jet Off To United States For FIFA Club World Cup Without Three Italy Internationals Alessandro Bastoni, Nicolo Barella, and Davide Frattesi will not be part of Inter Milan's traveling squad as the team jets off to North America today. Per Tuttosport via FCInterNews, the Italian trio will join the rest of the group directly in the United States. Advertisement All three players featured for Gli Azzurri in June's World Cup qualifying games against Norway and Moldova. However, it wasn't a pleasant experience for the Nerazzurri trio. Indeed, Alessandro Bastoni and Nicolo Barella faced harsh criticism for lackluster showings in a 3-0 defeat in Oslo. Meanwhile, Davide Frattesi did well against Moldova, registering an assist in Italy's scrappy 2-0 home win. Alessandro Bastoni, Nicolo Barella & Davide Frattesi to Join Inter Milan Club World Cup Squad Late MILAN, ITALY – APRIL 23: Alessandro Bastoni of FC Internazionale looks on during the warm up prior to the coppa Italia Semi Final match between FC Internazionale and AC Milan at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on April 23, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by) International duty was the last thing they needed after an exhausting club season. Therefore, they'll take some extra rest before putting themselves at Cristian Chivu's disposal. Advertisement Meanwhile, Hakan Calhanoglu will board the plane despite sustaining an injury for Turkey. The same goes for Francesco Pio Esposito, who has yet to regain full fitness. Finally, Yann Bisseck will be there after missing Germany's UEFA Nations League clashes against Portugal and France.
Yahoo
02-06-2025
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Report – Inter Milan Held Emergency Transfer Talks After Champions League Final Debacle
Inter Milan held emergency transfer talks following the debacle of their loss to Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final. This according to today's print edition of Rome-based newspaper Corriere dello Sport, via FCInter1908. Advertisement Saturday's loss to PSG in the Champions League final exposed glaring faults at Inter Milan. It is not just that the Nerazzurri lost to the Parisians. They were utterly humiliated, looking sluggish and out of condition. This made it clear – the average age of Inter's squad is not sustainable. Wins over teams like Bayern Munich and Barcelona may have papered over some cracks. However, the Nerazzurri cannot hope to compete at the highest level with the players have now. Inter Milan Held Emergency Transfer Talks After Champions League Final MUNICH, GERMANY – MAY 31: Nicolo Barella of FC Internazionale reacts towards Referee Istvan Kovacs during the UEFA Champions League Final 2025 between Paris Saint-Germain and FC Internazionale Milano at Munich Football Arena on May 31, 2025 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by) According to the Corriere dello Sport, the Nerazzurri hierarchy reacted immediately after Saturday's final. Advertisement Club President Beppe Marotta along with Sporting Director Piero Ausilio spoke with Oaktree Capital representatives. It is clear that Inter owners Oaktree want to start investing in young players. And they are even willing to spend to do so. But senior figures at the club reckoned with the implications of Saturday's lost for the transfer market immediately after the match.
