http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini-1/ en-us David Ferrini-1's stories. Copyright 2024 Forbes Media LLC http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini/2024/05/15/60-years-in-the-making-the-uefa-champions-league-rise-of-bologna-fc/ Bologna have officially qualified for Europe's elite tournament for the first time since 1964. Have the glory days returned for the seven-time Italian champions? David Ferrini, Contributor David Ferrini, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini-1/ content_66433d882ea309784100839f Wed, 15 May 2024 13:52:39 -0400 2024-05-15T18:24:28-04:00 Bologna have officially qualified for Europe's elite tournament for the first time since 1964. Have the glory days returned for the seven-time Italian champions? Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini/2024/05/10/como-1907-fc-returns-to-serie-a-for-the-first-time-in-21-years/ Como won promotion to Serie A after clinching second place in the Serie B standings. The Lariani ended their history-making season with a nine-match undefeated streak. David Ferrini, Contributor David Ferrini, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini-1/ content_663e82cc7b6b084d951afa77 Fri, 10 May 2024 19:10:35 -0400 2024-05-11T07:43:58-04:00 Como won promotion to Serie A after clinching second place in the Serie B standings. The Lariani ended their history-making season with a nine-match undefeated streak. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini/2024/05/10/serie-a-confirmed-top-uefa-association-leaping-the-premier-league/ The UEFA Association Coefficient ranking had Italy first and the German Bundesliga second. The Premier League fell from the top spot last year to third. David Ferrini, Contributor David Ferrini, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini-1/ content_663dfc917b6b084d955079a9 Fri, 10 May 2024 11:42:36 -0400 2024-05-11T07:52:37-04:00 The UEFA Association Coefficient ranking had Italy first and the German Bundesliga second. The Premier League fell from the top spot last year to third. Offside via Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini/2024/05/07/ac-milan-the-slovenian-star-that-could-replace-la-fc-bound-giroud/ Milan fans want a clear transfer strategy to combat Inter's Serie A dominance. In response, the club is looking for Olivier Giroud's heir in Germany's Bundesliga. David Ferrini, Contributor David Ferrini, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini-1/ content_6639e3f5c8457232e313f198 Tue, 07 May 2024 13:28:32 -0400 2024-05-13T19:29:21-04:00 Milan fans want a clear transfer strategy to combat Inter's Serie A dominance. In response, the club is looking for Olivier Giroud's heir in Germany's Bundesliga. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini/2024/05/04/cittadella-the-tiny-italian-soccer-team-that-unsettled-thierry-henry/ 'I wasn’t well earlier,' Henry told viewers. With promotion at stake, the former Arsenal star was left stunned as his side went behind to Cittadella. David Ferrini, Contributor David Ferrini, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini-1/ content_6634f759e3071d25f27adcc3 Sat, 04 May 2024 08:41:31 -0400 2024-05-06T15:32:38-04:00 'I wasn’t well earlier,' Henry told viewers. With promotion at stake, the former Arsenal star was left stunned as his side went behind to Cittadella. SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini/2024/05/02/parmas-promotion-means-a-sixth-us-owned-team-will-join-serie-a/ Parma is back in Serie A for the first time in three seasons and a seventh American-owned team could follow suit. David Ferrini, Contributor David Ferrini, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini-1/ content_66336fde2253aa1a00025967 Thu, 02 May 2024 13:38:06 -0400 2024-05-07T00:03:45-04:00 Parma is back in Serie A for the first time in three seasons and a seventh American-owned team could follow suit. Parma Calcio 1913 via Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini/2024/04/30/khvicha-kvaratskhelia-barcelona-wants-him-napoli-cant-lose-him/ La Liga heavyweights Barcelona are ready to negotiate for Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. Can Napoli convince their superstar to stay? David Ferrini, Contributor David Ferrini, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini-1/ content_6630f4bbbc72597dc4dd5b0b Tue, 30 Apr 2024 15:59:38 -0400 2024-05-07T00:00:53-04:00 La Liga heavyweights Barcelona are ready to negotiate for Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. Can Napoli convince their superstar to stay? Europa Press via Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini/2024/04/29/underpaid-and-overachieving-the-serie-a-stars-earning-under-250000/ Punching above their weight: from hunting European trophies to avoiding relegation, here are the unsung heroes of Serie A who get paid a fraction of what they deserve. David Ferrini, Contributor David Ferrini, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini-1/ content_662fbd9a76ec1c30e2e0a6d9 Mon, 29 Apr 2024 18:26:03 -0400 2024-05-06T23:53:44-04:00 Punching above their weight: from hunting European trophies to avoiding relegation, here are the unsung heroes of Serie A who get paid a fraction of what they deserve. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini/2024/04/25/the-milan-nightmare-that-will-be-spoken-of-for-generations/ Inter came, saw and conquered AC Milan's home derby where over 65,000 of their most devout fans had front-row seats to what was said to be their own funeral. David Ferrini, Contributor David Ferrini, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini-1/ content_6628dbced3b4d9317b412887 Thu, 25 Apr 2024 16:57:40 -0400 2024-05-02T09:27:27-04:00 Inter came, saw and conquered AC Milan's home derby where over 65,000 of their most devout fans had front-row seats to what was said to be their own funeral. AC Milan via Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini/2024/04/22/fabio-cannavaro-to-make-serie-a-coaching-debut-against-roma/ Relegation-threatened Udinese have turned to former Ballon d'Or and World Cup winner Fabio Cannavaro to save their season. David Ferrini, Contributor David Ferrini, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini-1/ content_662677db848b366cc87a263a Mon, 22 Apr 2024 17:10:46 -0400 2024-05-13T19:27:34-04:00 Relegation-threatened Udinese have turned to former Ballon d'Or and World Cup winner Fabio Cannavaro to save their season. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini/2024/04/19/liverpool-fcs-thrashing-is-a-triumph-for-atalanta-and-serie-a/ Nobody thought Italy's sixth-best side could eliminate Liverpool. By winning at Anfield, Atalanta qualified for a UEFA club semi-final for the first time since 1988. David Ferrini, Contributor David Ferrini, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini-1/ content_661943db8198b958828da2f6 Fri, 19 Apr 2024 10:55:13 -0400 2024-05-02T05:50:51-04:00 Nobody thought Italy's sixth-best side could eliminate Liverpool. By winning at Anfield, Atalanta qualified for a UEFA club semi-final for the first time since 1988. DeFodi Images via Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini/2024/04/15/cagliaris-golden-point-means-inter-must-beat-milan-to-win-serie-a/ In a season resuscitated by breaking an Italian record, Cagliari's epic draw with Inter has set up a Milanese derby for the ages. For Claudio Ranieri, Juventus is next. David Ferrini, Contributor David Ferrini, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini-1/ content_661ce1205518f1142968a952 Mon, 15 Apr 2024 08:23:02 -0400 2024-04-16T03:36:36-04:00 In a season resuscitated by breaking an Italian record, Cagliari's epic draw with Inter has set up a Milanese derby for the ages. For Claudio Ranieri, Juventus is next. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini/2024/04/08/goal-of-the-season-two-contenders-from-italian-champions-napoli/ Five goals in thirteen minutes: screamers from Politano and Zielinski, plus goals by Raspadori and Osimhen, have boosted Napoli's push for Champions League qualification. David Ferrini, Contributor David Ferrini, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini-1/ content_6612ea776c821278e1c268e2 Mon, 08 Apr 2024 13:39:06 -0400 2024-04-10T03:45:54-04:00 Five goals in thirteen minutes: screamers from Politano and Zielinski, plus goals by Raspadori and Osimhen, have boosted Napoli's push for Champions League qualification. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini/2024/04/05/the-roma-lazio-derby-trading-fireworks-for-friendly-fire/ After three years of taunting remarks, Roma and Lazio have swapped the hostilities between Jose Mourinho and Maurizio Sarri for two new coaches with mutual respect. David Ferrini, Contributor David Ferrini, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini-1/ content_661024250b105b083d31f364 Fri, 05 Apr 2024 18:21:21 -0400 2024-04-08T04:04:06-04:00 After three years of taunting remarks, Roma and Lazio have swapped the hostilities between Jose Mourinho and Maurizio Sarri for two new coaches with mutual respect. AS Roma via Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini/2024/04/04/bolognas-mission-snatch-third-place-from-serie-a-giants-juventus/ How Italian Canadian businessman Joey Saputo and Bologna FC can surpass 36-time Serie A champions Juventus to secure their best finish in 57 years. David Ferrini, Contributor David Ferrini, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini-1/ content_660a95b69dcaa9450e34c4b1 Thu, 04 Apr 2024 16:41:45 -0400 2024-04-05T03:45:14-04:00 How Italian Canadian businessman Joey Saputo and Bologna FC can surpass 36-time Serie A champions Juventus to secure their best finish in 57 years. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini/2024/03/29/euro-champions-italy-are-ready-to-put-faith-in-youth/ A nation in transition: Italy boss Luciano Spalletti's top-down approach has opened the door to the best young talent. David Ferrini, Contributor David Ferrini, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini-1/ content_66059f48458d8a6c0243f562 Fri, 29 Mar 2024 11:10:34 -0400 2024-03-31T04:52:15-04:00 A nation in transition: Italy boss Luciano Spalletti's top-down approach has opened the door to the best young talent. NurPhoto via Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini/2024/03/25/italys-successful-us-tour-could-signal-a-new-era-for-serie-a-matches/ The bond between the United States and Italy is strengthening rapidly. Should Serie A follow the Azzurri's lead and designate league games throughout American cities? David Ferrini, Contributor David Ferrini, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini-1/ content_65fdb62c499ac22639a36026 Mon, 25 Mar 2024 20:20:29 -0400 2024-03-29T18:33:29-04:00 The bond between the United States and Italy is strengthening rapidly. Should Serie A follow the Azzurri's lead and designate league games throughout American cities? AFP via Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini/2024/03/19/joe-barone-italian-american-ceo-of-fiorentina-dies-aged-57/ Fiorentina General Manager Joe Barone has sadly passed away one day before his 58th birthday, the second unexpected tragedy the club has suffered in six years. David Ferrini, Contributor David Ferrini, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini-1/ content_65f9ad70b3cdd86271db3ee0 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 14:52:37 -0400 2024-03-20T06:28:31-04:00 Fiorentina General Manager Joe Barone has sadly passed away one day before his 58th birthday, the second unexpected tragedy the club has suffered in six years. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini/2024/03/12/venezia-and-como-in-serie-a-could-boost-italian-football-tourism/ Lake Como to Milan, Florence to Venice: who could resist a week of fine dining, sightseeing and Serie A in Italy's most beautiful cities? David Ferrini, Contributor David Ferrini, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini-1/ content_65eecf104b790c0fbc1dac24 Tue, 12 Mar 2024 15:11:26 -0400 2024-03-15T06:54:39-04:00 Lake Como to Milan, Florence to Venice: who could resist a week of fine dining, sightseeing and Serie A in Italy's most beautiful cities? De Agostini via Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney Lifestyle /lifestyle Travel /travel standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini/2024/03/04/ac-milan-owner-wants-to-construct-american-stadiums-throughout-italy/ Gerry Cardinale dreams of a Serie A that can compete financially with the Premier League by building 'American-like' stadiums for all top-tier Italian clubs. David Ferrini, Contributor David Ferrini, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini-1/ content_65e5b8d72b52d0444c011c41 Mon, 04 Mar 2024 13:55:50 -0500 2024-03-11T08:55:22-04:00 Gerry Cardinale dreams of a Serie A that can compete financially with the Premier League by building 'American-like' stadiums for all top-tier Italian clubs. AC Milan via Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini/2024/02/28/there-are-offers-for-napoli-star-kvaratskhelia-agent-confirms/ Napoli tabled an offer months ago but Khvicha Kvaratskhelia's entourage seem to be holding out. Meanwhile, the 'Georgian Messi' returned to form with two Serie A goals. David Ferrini, Contributor David Ferrini, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini-1/ content_65ddddf3ae9caf1d53fba9ee Wed, 28 Feb 2024 19:23:11 -0500 2024-03-04T12:05:34-05:00 Napoli tabled an offer months ago but Khvicha Kvaratskhelia's entourage seem to be holding out. Meanwhile, the 'Georgian Messi' returned to form with two Serie A goals. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini/2024/02/23/milan-and-liverpool-to-visit-prague-in-the-europa-league-round-of-16/ The UEFA Europa League knockouts are back. With 27 European trophies between them, AC Milan and Liverpool FC are two of the favourites to win the Final in Sevilla. David Ferrini, Contributor David Ferrini, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini-1/ content_65d8f026ec42ac1d3c6a632e Fri, 23 Feb 2024 17:21:49 -0500 2024-03-04T07:03:43-05:00 The UEFA Europa League knockouts are back. With 27 European trophies between them, AC Milan and Liverpool FC are two of the favourites to win the Final in Sevilla. UEFA via Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini/2024/02/20/napoli-replaces-walter-mazzarri-24-hours-before-knockout-tie-with-fc-barcelona/ Walter Mazzarri was supposed to be the caretaker until June. With Champions League on the line, a familiar face has been called upon to save Napoli's season. David Ferrini, Contributor David Ferrini, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini-1/ content_65d4c052bb1ef5137fb3ccec Tue, 20 Feb 2024 13:28:14 -0500 2024-02-21T12:14:31-05:00 Walter Mazzarri was supposed to be the caretaker until June. With Champions League on the line, a familiar face has been called upon to save Napoli's season. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini/2024/02/16/i-spent-more-than-400-million-for-fiorentina-confirms-mediacom-ceo/ Four years later: here’s what just under a half a billion dollars can buy you in one of the world’s best leagues. David Ferrini, Contributor David Ferrini, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini-1/ content_65c665c01c6ab80f55c3f691 Fri, 16 Feb 2024 12:45:39 -0500 2024-02-19T02:33:16-05:00 Four years later: here’s what just under a half a billion dollars can buy you in one of the world’s best leagues. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney standard http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini/2024/02/09/negotiations-underway-as-saudis-offer-14-billion-for-serie-a-club/ First it was Cristiano Ronaldo and English Premier League side Newcastle United: now Serie A clubs are appearing on the Saudi Arabian soccer radar. David Ferrini, Contributor David Ferrini, Contributor http://rgsystems.gr/?fat=sites/davidferrini-1/ content_65c6804cf11a17714a236f50 Fri, 09 Feb 2024 18:18:46 -0500 2024-05-04T09:06:45-04:00 First it was Cristiano Ronaldo and English Premier League side Newcastle United: now Serie A clubs are appearing on the Saudi Arabian soccer radar. Getty Images SportsMoney /sportsmoney Business /business SportsMoney /sportsmoney standard