Former Lazio forward Hernan Crespo believes his old side have the mentality required to capture their first Serie A title since the 1999-00 campaign following Tuesday's emphatic 6-2 triumph at Sassuolo. The Argentine legend credited head coach Gennaro Gattuso for transforming the Rome outfit while demanding an apology from his detractors.
Adrien Rabiot's emphatic strike appeared to have AC Milan on course for victory before Cas Odenthal rescued a point for Sassuolo. Ruben Amorim's side dominated possession but struggled to contain the hosts' set-piece threat in an uninspiring 1-1 draw, surviving a late scare when the hosts had a winner ruled out.
Luciano Spalletti has offered a defiant defense of his Juventus side after they succumbed to a dramatic 3-2 defeat against Sassuolo, admitting his instructions to push for a winner ultimately cost them. Despite twice coming from behind, the Bianconeri were stunned by a last-minute strike from their own loan player, Vasilije Adzic.
Australia international Cristian Volpato has received a fine after testing positive for cocaine during a police traffic stop in Sydney. The Sassuolo winger strongly maintains his innocence, insisting he never knowingly consumed the illicit substance before returning a subsequent negative test upon his return to club duties in Italy.
Australia forward Cristian Volpato has reportedly tested positive for cocaine after being stopped twice for speeding in Sydney. The 22-year-old Sassuolo winger had his international driver's licence suspended by local police following the early-morning incidents, prompting Football Australia and the players' union to pledge their support.
Ismael Kone has addressed his past clash with Roberto De Zerbi, insisting their relationship is now on good terms despite their time together at Marseille ending in disaster. The Canada international admitted their disagreement came from differing football views but revealed the pair recently met in London to clear the air.
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