Emmet Gates

Emmet is an Irish/Argentine football journalist who lives in London. Emmet has been writing about the Italian game for more than a decade with a host of publications. Read More

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Classic Calcio: Lazio 4-4 AC Milan, October 1999

25 years ago, Lazio and AC Milan played in an all-time classic in the Stadio Olimpico in which eight goals were scored a drama aplenty. ... Read More
3 Oct 1999: Andrei Shevchenko of AC Milan celebrates his goal against Lazio during the Serie A match at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome, Italy. \ Mandatory Credit: Claudio Villa /Allsport

Should AC Milan and Inter Milan Leave San Siro?

The San Siro saga continues to rumble on. The latest meeting between the two sides and the Milan city council ended in yet more fruitless talks surrounding not just their potential new homes, but the status of one of the most beloved football cathedrals in the world. It’s been five years since both AC Milan ... Read More
San Siro is one of football's greatest stadiums.

Sparkling Modena: The Emilia-Romagna Jewel With More to Offer Beyond Cars and Calcio

Destination Calcio travelled to Modena to see the home side take on Sampdoria at the Stadio Alberto Braglia, and sample in some local treats. ... Read More

Bologna: Stadio Renato Dall’Ara

The Stadio Renato Dall'Ara in Bologna is one of the most aesthetically-pleasing stadiums in Italy. Here's all the key information. ... Read More
BOLOGNA, ITALY - SEPTEMBER 18: Nikola Moro of Bologna takes a corner kick during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD1 match between Bologna FC 1909 and FC Shakhtar Donetsk at Stadio Renato Dall'Ara on September 18, 2024 in Bologna, Italy. (Photo by Tullio Puglia - UEFA/UEFA via Getty Images)

Roma Welcome Chaos Home After Daniele De Rossi’s Shock Exit

You have to hand it to Roma, it’s been a while since they’ve embraced chaos. This is a club that once cycled through four managers in a single season back in 2004/05 and nearly fell into financial ruin. There has been plenty of despair and disappointment for the radio shows dedicated to the club to ... Read More
Roma

Como End 21-year Drought, Beating Europa League Champions Atalanta

“It’s just the beginning,” said Como manager Cesc Fabregas after his side’s come-from-behind victory over Atalanta that ended the club’s 21-year wait. The fightback came twenty seconds into the second half through Gabriel Strefezza, the Brazilian unleashing an angled drive past Marco Carnesecchi to level the game. Nico Paz had a hand in the next ... Read More

Inside Atalanta: Gasperini’s Tactics, Transfer Window and Best Players

After European glory last time out, can Gian Piero Gasperini work his magic again and lead Atalanta to a top-four finish? ... Read More

Seven of the Best Forgotten Derby della Madonnina Goals

The first Derby della Madonnina of the season is fast approaching, and over the years the fixture has been a host of memorable goals. From Mark Hateley’s thumping header in 1984 to Andriy Shevchenko’s pearler of a strike with his left foot in the 2005 Champions League quarter-final that ignited a hail of flares from ... Read More
Derby della Madonnina in 2003

Inside AC Milan: Fonseca’s Tactics, Transfer Window and Best Players

Destination Calcio takes a look at AC Milan's transfer window, best performers and Paulo Fonseca's tactics. ... Read More
AC Milan celebrating a goal against Venezia at San Siro.

Juventus Against Napoli Sees Antonio Conte Confront History

Antonio Conte returns to face Juventus as Napoli coach, and will face a stadium full of Bianconeri fans for the first time. ... Read More
Conte Napoli press conference

Atalanta: Gewiss Stadium

The home of Atalanta in Bergamo is one of the best stadiums in the country following recent modernisation. ... Read More
Gewiss Stadium in Bergamo.

AC Milan Lack Structure as Liverpool Defeat Highlights Serious Flaws

AC Milan's performance against Liverpool highlighted the vast difference between the two sides, and the pressure is on Paulo Fonseca. ... Read More
AC Milan against Liverpool in the Champions League