A 42-year-old Italian, Zanetti, coached the Verona team, which was ranked 18th before the game, and welcomed the 21st round of the Serie A match. The Verona team played at home against the Lazio team coached by a 61-year-old Italian, Baroni, who was ranked 5th before the game. Lazio had 2 draws and 1 loss in their previous 3 games in all competitions, while Verona had 1 win, 1 draw, and 1 loss in their previous 3 games, slightly better than Lazio. In the last two encounters between the two sides, Lazio had the upper hand, as they defeated Verona in both encounters, so more than 70% of fans were confident that Lazio would beat Verona away from home before the game. In the 2nd minute of the first half, Zaccagni made a wonderful pass, and Gigo took the lead to help Lazio take the lead. 19 minutes later, the 25-year-old former Arsenal player Gundozi made a wonderful pass, and DIA helped Lazio score another goal to expand their lead. In the 13th minute of the second half, DIA made a wonderful pass, and Zaccagni helped Lazio score another goal to seal the victory. In the end, Lazio won away from home to end their three-game unbeaten streak, while Verona suffered two consecutive defeats in Serie A. After the game, Lazio accumulated 39 points to overtake Juventus and rise to fourth place.

3-1! Inter Milan Puts Pressure on Conte, Lautaro Roars in Consecutive Games to Vent, Marotta Interested in Tavares Little Inzaghi previously expressed the impact of the tight schedule on Inter Milan's players. Bergomi also said: This is a result that Inter Milan must accept. You can't keep winning, especially when you have to play a game every three days, and a draw is an acceptable result. Looking at Atalanta, who are also fighting on multiple fronts and have started to fall behind, it has to be said that Inter Milan is really not easy. After the previous draw, the entire Inter Milan team summarized their lessons learned and defeated their opponents 3-1 in this round of the league, continuing to put pressure on Conte. Currently, the national team has one less game than Napoli and is three points behind, and the race for the Serie A title remains suspenseful. Bergomi said after the game that Napoli is strong, has a good atmosphere, and the players all trust head coach Conte very much. Inter Milan needs to make deep rotations to keep the players energetic. Little Inzaghi continues to rely heavily on Aslani, Taremi, and Augusto starting again. After missing several chances, Inter Milan finally scored a world-class goal by Lautaro. Lautaro has been scoring in consecutive games and roaring to vent his anger, under great pressure. Lautaro, with a super top salary and wearing the captain's armband, naturally has high expectations from fans. Lautaro is a forward, not a defensive midfielder, and he must prove himself with goals. In the…

Arsenal had the opportunity to win against Aston Villa but ended up drawing 2-2 after leading by two goals. The match was marred by a VAR controversy over a handball decision against Havertz, which did not overshadow Arsenal's recurring issue of faltering in crucial moments. Despite the VAR controversy, Arsenal's inability to maintain their lead and secure victory highlighted their vulnerability in high-pressure situations. Since Mikel Arteta took over as Arsenal's manager, the team has made unprecedented investments in the transfer market. Arsenal's spending has consistently increased, with Arteta actively seeking reinforcements during each summer and winter transfer window. However, despite significant investments, the team's performance has not matched these expenditures. In the past six years, Arsenal has only won one FA Cup, with other title aspirations often falling short at critical moments. Compared to other top clubs, Arsenal's achievements seem modest. Under Pep Guardiola, Manchester City has been both defensively solid and offensively potent, consistently winning trophies. Meanwhile, Arteta's Arsenal has struggled to break into the top four. Erik ten Hag at Manchester United managed to win two titles in just two years, while Arteta has yet to breakthrough in the Premier League and European competitions. Arsenal's substantial investments have not translated into expected returns, becoming a heavy burden for Arteta. He faces pressure from the media and growing expectations from fans. Arteta's tactical approach emphasizes possession, aiming to control the game's rhythm through precise ball control. While possession can enhance a team's organization, it becomes meaningless if it does not effectively translate into offensive threats. Arsenal's offensive struggles…

Recently, China's national football team concluded their first training camp of the year in Haikou. The training was led by the Ivan coaching team, known for its high intensity, and although many players found it arduous, they generally believed that such high-quality training laid a solid foundation for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers. However, just as the training ended, the national team suffered a major blow. On the eve of the Spring Festival, the national team announced a temporary disbandment to welcome the new year. But at the same time, a shocking message arrived: The naturalization path of the national team faced an unprecedented challenge. It is well-known that if the national team wants to advance to the 2026 World Cup, they must enhance their strength. While direct competitors like the Indonesian team and the Australian team are reinforcing themselves, it is difficult to achieve substantial improvements through current squad training alone. The fastest way to enhance strength is to continue naturalizing powerful foreign aid. But an unfavorable message has already appeared. The non-bloodline naturalization plan that the Football Association previously invested heavily in has suffered a severe setback. Four naturalized players, Elkeson, Alan, Fernandinho, and Li Ke, have announced that they will collectively withdraw from the Chinese national team and will not accept future call-ups. This news dealt a heavy blow to the morale and strength of the national team, adding many uncertainties to the upcoming Asian 18-team qualifiers. If the decline in form due to aging can be understood for Elkeson and Alan, the withdrawal of Fernandinho and…

Recently, the forward of Shanghai Port team, Bargas, made a remarkable decision. He left Shanghai Port and joined the bottom team of the Saudi League. "The world is bustling with activity, all for profit; the world is in turmoil, all for profit." This famous saying interprets Bargas' transfer motivation to some extent. Shanghai Port offered Bargas a contract with an annual salary of three million euros before tax, but the new employer in the Saudi League offered a condition of six million euros after tax, which is undoubtedly a huge temptation. For higher income, Bargas resolutely chose the Saudi League. However, on the football field, strength and results are often closely linked, and he did not expect the new employer's strength to be so poor. Bargas' debut with his new employer was a nightmare. The new employer suffered a 0-9 defeat in the Saudi League, and such a huge gap plunged Bargas into depression. Although he may have foreseen that the new employer's strength was weak and his days in the team would not be easy before joining, such a wide result still greatly exceeded his imagination. A team like this faces a huge risk of relegation in its domestic league. According to common sense, if the situation of the new employer continues to deteriorate, Bargas is likely to terminate the contract early, take the high salary, and return to Shanghai Port. During his time at Shanghai Port, Bargas played an important role. He is a very capable forward. Since joining Shanghai Port, his performance has been commendable. In many…

Is the Xinjiang men's basketball team really a strong team? Facing a wave of injuries and once regarded as low in performance, recent performances seem to tell us a different answer. In the 32nd round of the CBA, Xinjiang men's basketball team defeated Guangzhou team with a score of 116 to 97. This key victory improved their record to 22 wins and 9 losses, ranking seventh. Yes, seventh! It may not sound impressive, but if you look closely, their performance is actually much stronger than many teams ranked higher. Most importantly, the team's injury problems seem to be finally getting relief, and the overall state is also recovering. So, what has made this once depressed team焕发 such powerful vitality? Let's analyze it from multiple angles. For the Xinjiang men's basketball team, Zhao Rui's return is undoubtedly an important turning point. In the past few seasons, Zhao Rui's absence has made the team somewhat embarrassed in organizing offense and defense. Now, his return not only restored the team's offensive fluidity but also stabilized the defensive end. Zhao Rui's court vision and ability to read the game, especially his decision-making ability in critical moments, are simply the "Pillar of the Sea" for the Xinjiang team. This young player not only contributes greatly on the offensive end, especially when the team urgently needs a core to lead, he always stands out to drive the whole team. More importantly, Zhao Rui's leadership qualities are gradually being displayed on the court. He is not just a scoring machine but also a bond of trust among…

The first training list of the national football team in 25 years has a total of 32 players selected. It is expected that when the two World Cup qualifiers against Saudi Arabia away and Australia at home in March are played, the main list of 23 Chinese players will be determined from this group. Wu Lei is definitely out due to injury, and it is highly likely that the naturalization procedures for Serginho and Oscar will not be completed by March. Among the 32-man training list, which 9 players will eventually miss out? Goalkeeper position: It is predicted that Han Jiaqi from Beijing Guoan will miss out Wang Dalei and Yan Junling are the basic lineup for the national team's goalkeeper position, with one of them being the starter and the other being the first substitute. Compared to Jian Tao, Han Jiaqi had a better performance last season, so he was chosen to stay. Defensive line: It is predicted that Wei Zhen from Shanghai Port, Han Pengfei from Tianjin Jinmen Tiger, and Wu Mitijiang from Wuhan Three Towns will miss out Wei Zhen has good hardware talent and a good attitude towards the game, but his defensive instincts are poor, and his positioning and judgment of the ball's landing point are not good. Han Pengfei is now 31 years old and does not have the same value for development as Wu Shaoc

NBA regular season, tomorrow's January 21st point spread win/loss analysis and prediction for the second part: Suns vs Cavaliers (-7.5) Pre-game analysis: The Suns defeated the Pistons in their last game to secure a two-game winning streak. Durant struggled in the first half but found his form in the second half, finishing with 36 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists on 13-of-27 shooting. Booker had a good shooting night, scoring 35 points with 5 rebounds and 3 assists on 11-of-22 shooting. Newcomer Richards was impressive, contributing 21 points and 11 rebounds on 7-of-8 shooting for a double-double. However, the Suns' defense is not strong, and they may struggle against the Cavaliers, who have an excellent offensive capability. Mitchell and Garland both performed well as the Cavaliers won without Mobley. Mitchell scored 36 points with 8 rebounds and 7 assists on 12-of-27 shooting, while Garland has been playing more reasonably this season, scoring 29 points with 5 rebounds and 6 assists on 8-of-19 shooting. The Cavaliers have a deep roster with players who can shoot well and score effectively, ranking second in the league in average points per game. Point spread win/loss prediction: The Cavaliers are favored by 7.5 points at home, and I predict that the Cavaliers will win, covering the spread at home. Celtics vs Warriors (+6.5) Pre-game analysis: The Celtics have been in poor form recently, with a record of 2 wins and 3 losses in their last five games. They lost in overtime to the Hawks in their last game, making continuous mistakes. The "Two Towers" underperformed,…

As of January 20th, Beijing time, only the match between Villarreal and Mallorca in La Liga's 20th round has yet to be played. Let's take a look at the latest changes in the standings! Latest La Liga Standings Real Madrid faced mid-to-lower table team Las Palmas at home. Despite conceding a goal within the first 30 seconds, Real Madrid, with superior strength, adjusted their state and gradually took control. In the 18th minute, Rodrigo won a penalty, which Mbappe converted to level the score. Subsequently, Dias and Mbappe scored two more goals, giving Real Madrid a 3-1 lead at halftime; in the second half, Ramirez was sent off for a serious foul, and Rodrigo added another goal, securing a 4-1 victory for Real Madrid. This win marks their third consecutive victory in La Liga, increasing their points to 46. With both Atletico and Barcelona losing points this round, Real Madrid rose to first place, leading Atletico by 2 points and Barcelona by 7 points. It's worth noting that last October, after losing to Barcelona, Real Madrid once trailed by 6 points, but now they have "come back." Real Madrid Tops the Table In this round, Atletico suffered a surprising 0-1 defeat away to Leganes, with Griezmann missing a crucial equalizing penalty. This marked the first time in their history that they lost to this opponent, ending their record of 15 consecutive victories across all fronts. Notably, Leganes not only defeated Atletico but also beat Barcelona with the same 1-0 scoreline, earning them the title of "giant-killer." They currently sit 15th…

On January 20th, Beijing time, the first scoring battle of the NBA regular season in Los Angeles kicked off, with the Clippers hosting the Lakers at home. The two teams were initially locked in a seesaw battle, but the Clippers unleashed a 19-4 run in the second quarter to pull away, and then completely took control of the game. Although the Lakers managed to close the gap at one point, they were unable to sustain their momentum. Ultimately, the Clippers defeated the Lakers 116-102, securing their fourth consecutive victory. In the first quarter, Hachimura scored with an alley-oop dunk, Powell scored 7 points with a combination of inside drives and outside shots, both teams displayed excellent offensive form, James hit two consecutive three-pointers, Harden responded with a 3+1 and also made a three-pointer, giving the Clippers an 18-12 lead. James scored on a fast break, Christie hit a three-pointer, the Clippers' offense remained strong, and they were able to maintain the initiative. Davis scored inside, Harden hit a three-pointer, Bamba scored under the basket, and after the first quarter, the Clippers led the Lakers 32-26. In the second quarter, Batum started with a three-pointer, Leonard also made a jumper, Reeves hit a three-pointer to stop the bleeding, the Lakers adjusted and continued to attack to score and keep up with the score. Powell hit a three-pointer, Christie scored on a drive, but then the Lakers' offense suddenly stalled and they kept making mistakes. On the Clippers' side, Porter Jr. scored 7 points in a row, Leonard could also score, and…