Italian Football Headlines: Champions League Results
The front pages of Italian sports newspapers are highlighting the contrasting fortunes of Serie A clubs in the Champions League:
Inter Triumph, Juventus and Milan Falter
Inter Milan secured their place in the Champions League Round of 16 with an impressive 4-0 victory over Monaco. Captain Lautaro Martinez scored a hat-trick and declared the team’s ambition to win the trophy.
Meanwhile, Juventus suffered a shocking 2-0 home defeat to Benfica, while AC Milan lost 2-1 away to Dinamo Zagreb. Both clubs now face the prospect of entering the playoffs, with a potential derby match between them possible.
Atalanta Earn Creditable Draw
Atalanta achieved an impressive 2-2 draw away at Barcelona, boosting their chances of progressing in the competition. They will now enter the playoff round, likely facing Sporting Lisbon or Club Brugge.
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In other headlines, Napoli are reportedly pursuing young talent Comuzzo, while Fiorentina are linked with another player named Nico. Roma’s Zalewski is said to be interested in joining Inter Milan.
The Europa League continues tonight with Lazio and Roma both in action as they aim to secure progression to the knockout stages.