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Gattuso apologises after Lazio suffer shock Coppa Italia exit

Gennaro Gattuso has offered a sincere apology after Lazio suffered an embarrassing 2-0 defeat to Mantova in the Coppa Italia round of 64 at the Stadio Olimpico. The newly appointed coach took full responsibility for the early cup exit, urging his squad to remain united and work in silence before their gruelling Serie A campaign gets underway.

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Inter confirm Chivu contract extension

Inter Milan have officially announced that head coach Cristian Chivu has signed a contract extension that will keep him at San Siro until 2028. The former Nerazzurri defender has been rewarded for a sensational debut season in the dugout that saw the club secure both the Serie A title and the Coppa Italia.

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'Dedicated to everyone who said I was finished!' - Inter star fires back at critics after winning Serie A MVP

Federico Dimarco has hit back at critics who claimed he was “finished” after Inter’s disastrous 2024-25 campaign. The Italy international starred in Inter’s domestic double-winning season and became the first Italian player to win Serie A’s MVP award.

Sarri threatens to boycott Roma derby

Lazio manager Maurizio Sarri has reiterated his threat to boycott the upcoming Derby della Capitale after league organisers confirmed a controversial kick-off time. The veteran tactician has left the club's hierarchy in a difficult position by suggesting he will simply refuse to attend the high-stakes clash against Roma.

Lautaro pays tribute to '10/10' Chivu as Inter seal first double since 2010

Inter have secured their first domestic double in 16 years following a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Lazio in the Coppa Italia final at the Stadio Olimpico. Captain Lautaro Martinez led the celebrations, praising the transformative impact of head coach Cristian Chivu in guiding the Nerazzurri back to the pinnacle of Italian football this season.