First results from match day two left both Italian clubs drawing even against opponents BATE Borisov and FC Steaua Bucuresti. Yesterday's Match Summary BATE Borisov 2 - 2 Juventus After falling behind two goals to nil in the early going, Juventus needed two Vincenzo Iaqunita goals to salvage a point away to newcomers Borisov. Click to continue reading...

In football, one's man loss is another man's gain; in this case, Juventus' loss could be Arsenal's gain. It has been reported in the Italian press that 21-year old starlet Sebastian Giovinco is eagerly considering joining the Premier League high flyers if he continues to be sidelined. Giovinco is regarded as one . Click to continue reading...

In football, one's man loss is another man's gain; in this case, Juventus' loss could be Arsenal's gain. It has been reported in the Italian press that Juventus' 21-year old starlet Sebastian Giovinco is quite eager to join the Premiersip high flyers Arsenal from Juventus before long if he continues to . Click to continue reading...

Juventus wing star Sebastian Giovinco's agent has denied speculation the 'Old Lady's' midfielder has held talks with Premier League club Arsenal. Reports in the English media, as well as Arsenal blogs, claim the 21-year-old has been in touch with the Gunners over a possible move to London. Contrary to those reports, Giovinco's representative, Andrea D'Amico, insists there [. Click to continue reading...

Juventus wing star Sebastian Giovinco's agent has denied speculation the 'Old Lady's' midfielder has held talks with Premier League club Arsenal. Reports in the English media, as well as Arsenal blogs, claim the 21-year-old has been in touch with the Gunners over a possible move to London. Contrary to those reports, Giovinco's representative, Andrea D'Amico, insists there [. Click to continue reading...

This source suggests that Wenger is getting closer and closer to securing this unhappy Italian youngster in January! Don't forget to check out Online Football Manager! With Sebastian Giovinco's future at Juventus looking far from secure, sections of the English press are tipping Arsenal to make a January transfer bid for the . Click to continue reading...

After the delusion that was the Olympic games, the Azzurrini returned to the pitch to continue qualifying for the UEFA 2009 U21 Championships. The big story was the debut of Mario Balotelli, who after receiving Italian citizenship a few weeks ago was finally eligible to be called up. The Azzurrini needed a win to guarantee first place in the qualifying group, but anything less meant they would have to conquer qualification on Tuesday in Croatia.

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Maggio...Bafflingly preferred Campania to Birmingham


Christian Maggio - Napoli - Right Wing/Right Back

Maggio is listed in some places as a defender but if you look at last year's player positioning charts you can see that Sampdoria used him primarily as a right winger. The 26 year old had a superb year and it was a shock not to see him at Euro 2008. Click to continue reading...

Arsene Wenger has been looking to add one or two more signings before the transfer window slams shut, and this source suggests that Arsenal's next bid will be for this very impressive Juventus youngster. Arsenal are ready to table a €7.5m bid for Juventus starlet Sebastian Giovinco according to Calciomercato. Click to continue reading...

If this kid's going to achieve greatness, he's gotta do something about these celebrations. (Fotonet) Click to continue reading...

1. According to one of the ITK Spurs crowd, Ledley King is finished. This rumour has been flying around for the last couple of years but has resurfaced this week. I hope it's not true. Having him around for a few games a season is better than nothing.

2. Andrei Arshavin is set to sign for Tottenham in the next few days. Click to continue reading...