A former high-ranking member of Al-Nassr FC has criticized Cristiano Ronaldo, stating that "he does not compete for space with opponents nor participate in defense, making Al-Nassr play as if they are one man down." This individual also believes that Al-Nassr's chances of winning the championship were slim from the beginning of the season. Coincidentally, Al-Nassr currently ranks fourth in the Saudi Professional League, trailing the top teams, Al-Nassr and Al-Ittihad Jeddah, by 11 points, making their title hopes bleak. The reason given by this high-ranking official is straightforward: when Ronaldo is on the field, Al-Nassr effectively plays with one less player. This observation is clear to all fans, yet some prefer to ignore the obvious and blame the coach for the team's poor performance. Recently, there have been rumors that Pioli is at risk of being sacked, a situation that feels familiar. In the first season after joining the Saudi league, without a championship, Rudi Garcia was dismissed. In the second season, Castro led Al-Ahli to win the AFC Champions League, but was also fired due to the lack of a regular-season title. Now, in the third season, the problem of not being able to compete for the championship still exists. Do you think this is related to the coach? Firstly, before Ronaldo arrived, Al-Nassr had one fewer match played and led by five points in second place under Rudi Garcia. Castro, an experienced coach who had never been fired before, was let go by Al-Nassr because of his tenure with Mr. A. Now, it's Pioli's turn. Do you…

Epic! Inter Milan's Soul is Targeted by Manchester United with a Super Euro Bid, and They Introduce a 16-Year-Old Genius Midfielder by Buying a Lottery Ticket!‌ The famous Italian football pundit, Cassano, known for his outspokenness, said after Inter Milan's 3-1 victory over Empoli at home that Inter would regain the top spot in the league table in the next 4-5 games and ultimately win the Serie A title, despite the fact that Inzaghi's team is not as reassuring as last season. Although Cassano often speaks wildly, this time his evaluation of the Nerazzurri is quite fair! The season is already halfway through, and Napoli and Inter Milan have taken a clear lead on the leaderboard! As the tactical core of the Nerazzurri, Lautaro Martinez once fell into a goal drought, but as the season progressed, the Argentine international finally found his scoring touch again. As the focal point of Inzaghi's lineup, Lautaro has grown into an all-round midfield player, becoming more experienced and mature on the field. There are many European giants coveting Lautaro, and Manchester United is probably the most eager one! After taking over Old Trafford, Amorim insisted on implementing the 3-4-3 formation that made him famous at Sporting Portugal. Amorim's formation requires support from technical players in the midfield, and if they can't hold onto the ball in the midfield, the three-man defense system will be quite embarrassed. Perhaps Amorim saw the pivotal role Lautaro plays in holding the ball upfront, and Manchester United is ready to sign the Argentine to improve their attack. Manchester United's…

"Agreement Reached! Exposed "Hundred Million Mr." Agrees to Join AC Milan! Genius Midfielder Expected to Rapidly Reinforce" Recently, there has been a heated discussion on whether Tomori should leave AC Milan. This question has turned the winter transfer window into a complex chess game for the Rossoneri. Some argue that Tomori's state is not as stable as when he first arrived in Serie A, and his commanding presence as a central defender has gradually faded, leading to doubts from the club management. However, others counter that Milan's defensive system built around him has operated for two seasons and cannot be easily changed. The decision to let Tomori go or stay presents the team with its first challenge. But this is not the whole story. As the season progresses past the halfway mark, Milan's seemingly impressive results reveal several underlying concerns: reliance on midfield creativity, a lack of diversity in attack, and a squad depth that struggles to cope with the demands of multiple competitions. The key now is how to enhance competitiveness through a series of choices in the winter window without harming the team's long-term development. Every move in this game requires careful consideration. Let's start with Tomori. He was once the cornerstone of AC Milan's defense, becoming a fan favorite for his excellent interceptions and positioning in crucial matches. However, the winds seem to have shifted, with RedBird Group willing to cash in on him, even expressing satisfaction with Juventus' offer of 30 million euros. But is it really worth it? The figure of 30 million is not…

Inter Milan faced off against Empoli in the 21st round of Serie A, with Empoli ranked 14th before the match and visiting the second-placed Inter Milan. In the second half, Barella assisted Lautaro to score a world-class goal, followed by Aslani's assist for Dumfries to add another goal. Henderson then assisted Esposito to pull one back for Empoli. Finally, Arnautovic assisted Thuram to secure the victory, resulting in a 3-1 win for Inter Milan. Immediately after the match, the performance ratings for the players who appeared in the game between Inter Milan and Empoli in the 21st round of Serie A were released. Inter Milan: Sommer 6.6, Pavard 6.9, De Vrij 6.9, Augusto 7.5, Dumfries 7.1, Barella 8.2, Aslani (No. 21) 8.5, Zielinski 7, Dimarco 6.9, Lautaro 7.7, Taremi 6.9, Mkhitaryan 6.7, Thuram 7.7, Bastoni 6.4, Arnautovic 7.4, Damian 6.6 Empoli: Sambia 6.4, Zhurkovskyi 6, Gollini 6.3, Esposito 7, Colombo 6.5, Fazzini 6.3, Kakace 6.6, Alberto 6.9, Maleh 6.8, Pezzella 6.9, Viti 6.7, Ismaili 6.7, De Sciglio 6.7, Cioci 6.2, Vasquez 7 It can be seen that Aslani (No. 21) from Inter Milan scored the highest with 8.5 points.

Juventus, please don't sacrifice Mbanguela. After avenging AC Milan with a victory, the feeling of satisfaction finally returned. It seemed to have become a luxury as the season progressed, but in fact, it was as early as the start of the league when the Belgian youngster from the second team brought joy and surprises to the fans. In his first appearance and start for the Juventus first team, he helped the team achieve one goal and one assist. Judging by the dramatic nature, he was simply the chosen one of Motta's Juventus. Mbanguela is undoubtedly Motta's most outstanding masterpiece at Juventus so far (perhaps alongside placing McKennie at right-back), and his promotion from the second team is also his most successful "creative invention," demonstrating considerable courage. Many people may have forgotten that before the first round of the league, the background was that Juventus' pre-season warm-up matches were in poor form, and Motta had not yet officially taken office. He joined forces with Giuntoli to exclude Chiesa from the team plan under immense pressure, despite widespread confusion. Motta sent on Mbanguela, a name that the majority of fans had never heard of. Today, however, Mbanguela has become an unforgettable player for the fans. Before the game, Motta praised him, saying, "He deserves to play because he has performed exceptionally well, and today he can help everyone." Consistently, Mbanguela has shown more stability than many experienced players, and it is evident that he is a selfless team player. After the game, Motta further commented, "He provided tremendous assistance in every aspect.…

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…

The substitute players of Inter Milan have been a source of frustration for many fans recently, with their lackluster performances on the field drawing significant attention and discussion. Despite the team's seemingly good overall performance this season, the substitutes have failed to step up when key starters were injured, leading to disappointment among supporters. Their underwhelming displays have been met with criticism, and concerns are growing about whether Inter Milan can continue to pursue championship glory if this trend continues. The article highlights the poor performance of players like Aslani and Taremi, who were once highly regarded but have faltered in crucial matches, leaving fans disheartened. According to statistics from "La Gazzetta dello Sport," the scoring efficiency of Inter Milan's substitutes has been below expectations in recent games, with their sudden drop in form causing helplessness. Fans argue that this is not just an issue of individual ability but also stems from the complexity of the tactical system, which hinders their integration into the team. Inter Milan's tactical system is described as intricate and complex, posing a significant challenge for substitute players. Compared to the starters, substitutes often struggle with tactical understanding and execution. Technical analysts point out that such a complex system restricts players' space and freedom on the field, limiting their potential. Coaches' adjustments and tactical switches during matches often put pressure on substitutes, who must hurriedly follow changes without seizing opportunities. This disparity makes it even harder for bench players to cope, resulting in frequent coordination errors and inadequate tactical execution. The absence of key players undoubtedly…

Nico Paz, aged 20, currently plays for Como, the newly promoted team in Serie A. On January 19th, Como's head coach, Fabregas, highly praised Nico Paz: If Real Madrid does not exercise their buy-back option, we will reject offers ranging from 40 million to 50 million euros. Last summer, Nico Paz left Real Madrid to join Como. His transfer fee was only 6 million euros, but the contract stipulated that if there were two transfers, Real Madrid would receive a 50% share, and additionally, Real Madrid had the right of first refusal. After leaving Real Madrid and arriving in Serie A, the 20-year-old Nico Paz has clearly grown. In the 2024-25 Serie A season, as an attacking midfielder, Nico Paz made 18 appearances, contributing 3 goals and 4 assists. Last October, Nico Paz was also selected for the Argentine national team, making his debut for the Tango Army. Como is positioned as a relegation battler, while Nico Paz is the team's offensive core, with a valuation of 20 million euros by Transfermarkt, the highest in the team. In Fabregas' 4-2-3-1 formation, Nico Paz plays as an attacking midfielder, taking on the role of an offensive playmaker. In Serie A, Nico Paz averages 1.8 key passes and 1.9 successful dribbles per game, ranking among the top in the team. Fabregas, the head coach of Como, gave a high evaluation of Nico Paz. At the press conference on Saturday, he talked about Nico Paz: "Nico is a Como player, and Real Madrid can buy him back, but they must pay the set…

On January 19th, Beijing time, the 21st round of Serie A concluded with a clash between two giants, Juventus securing a home victory over AC Milan. The two teams had already faced each other this month, with Juventus being overturned by Milan in the semi-finals of the Italian Super Cup, missing out on the final. In this match, Juventus achieved revenge, with goals from Mbangu and Weah in the second half helping them to victory. After the win, Juventus climbed into the top four of Serie A, and at the same time, they found a gem in their 2-0 victory! The 23-year-old defensive midfielder excelled in both attack and defense, piercing through Milan's defense, earning him praise as the new Pogba. In terms of possession, Juventus led with 60%-40%, had 15 shots to Milan's 13, and 6 shots on target to Milan's 3, making their victory well-deserved. In the 59th minute of the game, Mbangu's shot hit Emerson and took a deflection, changing direction and flying into Milan's goal, giving Juventus a 1-0 lead. In the 64th minute, Weah scored with his left foot after facing Tomori's defense one-on-one, ending Juventus' four-game winless streak. Currently, Juventus has 8 wins and 13 draws in 21 rounds, accumulating 37 points and ranking fourth in Serie A. Atalanta is third with 43 points in 21 rounds, Inter Milan is second with 44 points in 19 rounds, and Napoli tops the table with 50 points in 21 rounds. After Juventus defeated Milan, midfielder Khephren Thuram's performance was praised. Thuram had a passing success rate…