Napoli defeated Torino 0-1 in Serie A. The fixture is part of the Regular Season - 36 stage in the 2021 season. The match was played at Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino in Torino. A. Prontera officiated the match. The full-time result capped a Torino vs Napoli meeting in Serie A with detailed post-match statistics available on Sportra. This match centre covers lineups, live events, player ratings, team statistics, xG, head-to-head history, and related news for Torino and Napoli. On Sportra you can view xG, lineups, match statistics, events, player ratings, predictions, head-to-head history, and related news for this fixture.
Serie ARecorded meetings: 18 (available previous meetings, not necessarily all-time).
Napoli defeated Torino 0-1 in Serie A. The fixture is part of the Regular Season - 36 stage in the 2021 season. The match was played at Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino in Torino. A. Prontera officiated the match. The full-time result capped a Torino vs Napoli meeting in Serie A with detailed post-match statistics available on Sportra. This match centre covers lineups, live events, player ratings, team statistics, xG, head-to-head history, and related news for Torino and Napoli. On Sportra you can view xG, lineups, match statistics, events, player ratings, predictions, head-to-head history, and related news for this fixture.
Serie ARecorded meetings: 18 (available previous meetings, not necessarily all-time).
Crystal Palace have put their pursuit of Torino winger Alieu Njie on hold but remain in the race to sign him this summer. The post Crystal Palace Pause But Don’t Abandon Attacker Pursuit appeared first on Inside Futbol | Latest Football News, Transfer Rumours & Articles.
Celtic are waiting to see if they reach the Champions League league phase to then dive in for Torino midfielder Gvidas Gineitis. The post Celtic ‘Will Dive In’ To Big Money Transfer Deal If They Qualify For Champions League appeared first on Inside Futbol | Latest Football News, Transfer Rumours & Articles.
With the Serie A opener against Torino approaching, the American forward's progress has become one of the biggest talking points around the club. Christian Pulisic has finally taken an important step toward returning to competitive soccer after an injury kept him out throughout Milan’s preseason preparations. With the Serie A opener against Torino approaching, the American forward’s progress has become one of the biggest talking points around the club. Pulisic has spent the past several weeks working away from the main group after suffering a serious setback during the 2026 World Cup. Now, with the new campaign only days away, there is growing optimism that he could have a role to play sooner than initially expected. Pulisic suffered a bone bruise and microfracture to the right tibia and fibula during the United States’ World Cup round-of-16 defeat to Belgium. The injury occurred following a strange collision, and although he attempted to continue playing, he eventually had to leave the match. After the game, Pulisic explained what happened in his own words, saying, “I twisted my ankle and my knee in one play.” The injury forced him into a lengthy rehabilitation plan and ruled him out of Milan‘s entire preseason schedule. Christian Pulisic #10 of the United States reacts after challenged by Youri Tielemans #8 of Belgium The 27-year-old had continued his recovery at Milanello while the rest of the squad travelled for preseason commitments in Australia and Indonesia. His return to the training complex also allowed him to begin working toward a comeback under new head coach Ruben Amorim. Pulisic returns to group training The biggest development arrived on Tuesday, August 18, when Pulisic completed the opening portion of Milan’s team training session with his teammates. MilanNews reported that the American was able to participate in part of the session, marking a significant milestone 41 days after suffering the injury. That development immediately raised the possibility of Pulisic being involved when Milan travels to face Torino on Sunday. View this post on Instagram While his return to full fitness is still being managed carefully, the forward is now much closer to competitive action than he was only a few weeks ago. Earlier reports had suggested that the American was targeting a return toward the end of August, with the Torino fixture viewed as an ambitious target. Could Pulisic feature against Torino? The latest developments suggest Pulisic now has a realistic chance of being included in Milan’s squad for the Serie A opener against Il Toro on Sunday, August 23. His partial return to team training is an encouraging sign, although the club will have to determine whether he is physically ready for competitive minutes. Even if he makes the squad, however, a starting role is considered highly unlikely after such a long period without competitive soccer. Christian Pulisic of AC Milan warms up before the Serie A match. The priority will be avoiding another setback after such a long rehabilitation process. Even a short appearance from the bench would represent meaningful progress for Pulisic and give Amorim another attacking option as the Rossoneri begin the new Serie A campaign. For now, the expectation is that Pulisic will continue his personalized work alongside his gradual integration with the squad. His return is getting closer, and the Torino match could provide the first opportunity for Milan fans to see their American star back in action.
The league is entering a new financial phase, with clubs becoming more cautious about how much they spend on first-team players while still trying to maintain the star power that has transformed the competition in recent years. Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema remain the Saudi Pro League’s two biggest earners, but the spending landscape around them has taken an unexpected turn. The league is entering a new financial phase, with clubs becoming more cautious about how much they spend on first-team players while still trying to maintain the star power that has transformed the competition in recent years. The change is especially striking because the Saudi Pro League built much of its global reputation through enormous investments in internationally renowned players. Ronaldo remains the face of that transformation, while Benzema continues to rank among the competition’s highest-paid stars, yet the latest figures suggest the era of unchecked wage growth is beginning to cool. According to estimates from salary data provider Capology, cited by Saudi newspaper Al-Eqtisadiah, the Saudi Pro League‘s fixed player wage bill has fallen by around 13% for the 2026-27 season. Base salaries are now estimated at approximately $1.11 billion, compared with roughly $1.28 billion last season. When bonuses and other estimated incentives are included, the total wage package stands at around $1.38 billion, down from approximately $1.58 billion previously. Cristiano Ronaldo of Al Nassr lifts the Saudi Pro League Trophy That represents a substantial reduction for a competition that has spent the past few years aggressively recruiting some of football’s biggest names. The decline reflects a combination of expensive contracts leaving the books and new financial controls designed to encourage more sustainable spending. Ronaldo remains the league’s highest-paid star Despite the overall reduction, Ronaldo remains comfortably at the top of the salary rankings. Capology estimates that the Al-Nassr captain earns approximately $241 million in fixed annual salary, equivalent to roughly $4.6 million per week before bonuses are taken into account. Benzema follows in second place, with an estimated fixed salary of around $142 million per year. Sadio Mane ranks third at approximately $46 million, while Kalidou Koulibaly is next at around $40 million, with Sergej Milinkovic-Savic and Ivan Toney both estimated at roughly $30 million. SPL WAGE BILL DROPS 13% THIS SEASON… 🇸🇦💰Total fixed salaries down to €959.5M — total package including bonuses around €1.2B, per @aleqtisadiah pic.twitter.com/8Jhyz0NdmL— All About SPL 🔔 🇸🇦 (@Saudifutbol) August 17, 2026 These figures are particularly significant because they highlight how much the league’s financial structure still revolves around elite talent. However, the gap between the biggest contracts and the broader spending environment could become more controlled as clubs adapt to the new regulations. New spending rules change the landscape The reduction in wages is closely connected to stricter financial regulations introduced for the new season. Clubs are now limited to spending no more than 75% of their revenue on first-team costs, down from the previous 80% threshold. The remaining portion is intended to support areas such as youth development, infrastructure and other long-term projects. The aim is to ensure that clubs can continue competing at a high level without allowing wage commitments to grow beyond what their revenues can reasonably support. Karim Benzema of Al Hilal during the AFC Champions League Elite. The Saudi Pro League’s aggressive recruitment strategy succeeded in raising its profile around the world. Ronaldo’s arrival at Al-Nassr in 2023 helped trigger a wave of major transfers, with other clubs subsequently attracting players such as Benzema, Mane and Neymar.
The 2026-27 Serie A season is almost upon us, and here is how the Opta supercomputer predicts the campaign will unfold. The post Serie A predictions: Inter backed to retain their crown ahead of Roma, Como and Juventus appeared first on SoccerNews.
Celtic are stepping up their efforts to sign Serie A side Torino midfielder Gvidas Gineitis, who is valued at €10m. The post Celtic Now ‘Applying Pressure’ To Sign 32-Cap Star appeared first on Inside Futbol | Latest Football News, Transfer Rumours & Articles.
Atletico Madrid will kick off their 2026-27 La Liga season on Wednesday evening when they welcome newly-promoted Malaga to the Riyadh Air Metropolitano. Diego Simeone’s side will be targeting a stronger title challenge after a disappointing fourth-place finish last season, while Malaga return to Spain’s top flight for the first time since 2017-18. Verdict: Total […] The post Prediction: Atletico Madrid vs Malaga appeared first on SoccerNews.
Napoli are looking to see off interest from Sunderland in Frank Anguissa by offering him a new contract until 2030. The post Napoli Plot Long-term Deal To Keep Sunderland Wanted Star appeared first on Inside Futbol | Latest Football News, Transfer Rumours & Articles.
Crystal Palace are considering whether to table another bid for Torino winger Alieu Njie, who could stay put at the Italian club. The post Crystal Palace ‘Considering Whether To Proceed’ In Attacker Chase appeared first on Inside Futbol | Latest Football News, Transfer Rumours & Articles.
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Crystal Palace have put their pursuit of Torino winger Alieu Njie on hold but remain in the race to sign him this summer. The post Crystal Palace Pause But Don’t Abandon Attacker Pursuit appeared first on Inside Futbol | Latest Football News, Transfer Rumours & Articles.
Celtic are waiting to see if they reach the Champions League league phase to then dive in for Torino midfielder Gvidas Gineitis. The post Celtic ‘Will Dive In’ To Big Money Transfer Deal If They Qualify For Champions League appeared first on Inside Futbol | Latest Football News, Transfer Rumours & Articles.
With the Serie A opener against Torino approaching, the American forward's progress has become one of the biggest talking points around the club. Christian Pulisic has finally taken an important step toward returning to competitive soccer after an injury kept him out throughout Milan’s preseason preparations. With the Serie A opener against Torino approaching, the American forward’s progress has become one of the biggest talking points around the club. Pulisic has spent the past several weeks working away from the main group after suffering a serious setback during the 2026 World Cup. Now, with the new campaign only days away, there is growing optimism that he could have a role to play sooner than initially expected. Pulisic suffered a bone bruise and microfracture to the right tibia and fibula during the United States’ World Cup round-of-16 defeat to Belgium. The injury occurred following a strange collision, and although he attempted to continue playing, he eventually had to leave the match. After the game, Pulisic explained what happened in his own words, saying, “I twisted my ankle and my knee in one play.” The injury forced him into a lengthy rehabilitation plan and ruled him out of Milan‘s entire preseason schedule. Christian Pulisic #10 of the United States reacts after challenged by Youri Tielemans #8 of Belgium The 27-year-old had continued his recovery at Milanello while the rest of the squad travelled for preseason commitments in Australia and Indonesia. His return to the training complex also allowed him to begin working toward a comeback under new head coach Ruben Amorim. Pulisic returns to group training The biggest development arrived on Tuesday, August 18, when Pulisic completed the opening portion of Milan’s team training session with his teammates. MilanNews reported that the American was able to participate in part of the session, marking a significant milestone 41 days after suffering the injury. That development immediately raised the possibility of Pulisic being involved when Milan travels to face Torino on Sunday. View this post on Instagram While his return to full fitness is still being managed carefully, the forward is now much closer to competitive action than he was only a few weeks ago. Earlier reports had suggested that the American was targeting a return toward the end of August, with the Torino fixture viewed as an ambitious target. Could Pulisic feature against Torino? The latest developments suggest Pulisic now has a realistic chance of being included in Milan’s squad for the Serie A opener against Il Toro on Sunday, August 23. His partial return to team training is an encouraging sign, although the club will have to determine whether he is physically ready for competitive minutes. Even if he makes the squad, however, a starting role is considered highly unlikely after such a long period without competitive soccer. Christian Pulisic of AC Milan warms up before the Serie A match. The priority will be avoiding another setback after such a long rehabilitation process. Even a short appearance from the bench would represent meaningful progress for Pulisic and give Amorim another attacking option as the Rossoneri begin the new Serie A campaign. For now, the expectation is that Pulisic will continue his personalized work alongside his gradual integration with the squad. His return is getting closer, and the Torino match could provide the first opportunity for Milan fans to see their American star back in action.
The league is entering a new financial phase, with clubs becoming more cautious about how much they spend on first-team players while still trying to maintain the star power that has transformed the competition in recent years. Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema remain the Saudi Pro League’s two biggest earners, but the spending landscape around them has taken an unexpected turn. The league is entering a new financial phase, with clubs becoming more cautious about how much they spend on first-team players while still trying to maintain the star power that has transformed the competition in recent years. The change is especially striking because the Saudi Pro League built much of its global reputation through enormous investments in internationally renowned players. Ronaldo remains the face of that transformation, while Benzema continues to rank among the competition’s highest-paid stars, yet the latest figures suggest the era of unchecked wage growth is beginning to cool. According to estimates from salary data provider Capology, cited by Saudi newspaper Al-Eqtisadiah, the Saudi Pro League‘s fixed player wage bill has fallen by around 13% for the 2026-27 season. Base salaries are now estimated at approximately $1.11 billion, compared with roughly $1.28 billion last season. When bonuses and other estimated incentives are included, the total wage package stands at around $1.38 billion, down from approximately $1.58 billion previously. Cristiano Ronaldo of Al Nassr lifts the Saudi Pro League Trophy That represents a substantial reduction for a competition that has spent the past few years aggressively recruiting some of football’s biggest names. The decline reflects a combination of expensive contracts leaving the books and new financial controls designed to encourage more sustainable spending. Ronaldo remains the league’s highest-paid star Despite the overall reduction, Ronaldo remains comfortably at the top of the salary rankings. Capology estimates that the Al-Nassr captain earns approximately $241 million in fixed annual salary, equivalent to roughly $4.6 million per week before bonuses are taken into account. Benzema follows in second place, with an estimated fixed salary of around $142 million per year. Sadio Mane ranks third at approximately $46 million, while Kalidou Koulibaly is next at around $40 million, with Sergej Milinkovic-Savic and Ivan Toney both estimated at roughly $30 million. SPL WAGE BILL DROPS 13% THIS SEASON… 🇸🇦💰Total fixed salaries down to €959.5M — total package including bonuses around €1.2B, per @aleqtisadiah pic.twitter.com/8Jhyz0NdmL— All About SPL 🔔 🇸🇦 (@Saudifutbol) August 17, 2026 These figures are particularly significant because they highlight how much the league’s financial structure still revolves around elite talent. However, the gap between the biggest contracts and the broader spending environment could become more controlled as clubs adapt to the new regulations. New spending rules change the landscape The reduction in wages is closely connected to stricter financial regulations introduced for the new season. Clubs are now limited to spending no more than 75% of their revenue on first-team costs, down from the previous 80% threshold. The remaining portion is intended to support areas such as youth development, infrastructure and other long-term projects. The aim is to ensure that clubs can continue competing at a high level without allowing wage commitments to grow beyond what their revenues can reasonably support. Karim Benzema of Al Hilal during the AFC Champions League Elite. The Saudi Pro League’s aggressive recruitment strategy succeeded in raising its profile around the world. Ronaldo’s arrival at Al-Nassr in 2023 helped trigger a wave of major transfers, with other clubs subsequently attracting players such as Benzema, Mane and Neymar.
The 2026-27 Serie A season is almost upon us, and here is how the Opta supercomputer predicts the campaign will unfold. The post Serie A predictions: Inter backed to retain their crown ahead of Roma, Como and Juventus appeared first on SoccerNews.
Celtic are stepping up their efforts to sign Serie A side Torino midfielder Gvidas Gineitis, who is valued at €10m. The post Celtic Now ‘Applying Pressure’ To Sign 32-Cap Star appeared first on Inside Futbol | Latest Football News, Transfer Rumours & Articles.
Atletico Madrid will kick off their 2026-27 La Liga season on Wednesday evening when they welcome newly-promoted Malaga to the Riyadh Air Metropolitano. Diego Simeone’s side will be targeting a stronger title challenge after a disappointing fourth-place finish last season, while Malaga return to Spain’s top flight for the first time since 2017-18. Verdict: Total […] The post Prediction: Atletico Madrid vs Malaga appeared first on SoccerNews.
Napoli are looking to see off interest from Sunderland in Frank Anguissa by offering him a new contract until 2030. The post Napoli Plot Long-term Deal To Keep Sunderland Wanted Star appeared first on Inside Futbol | Latest Football News, Transfer Rumours & Articles.
Crystal Palace are considering whether to table another bid for Torino winger Alieu Njie, who could stay put at the Italian club. The post Crystal Palace ‘Considering Whether To Proceed’ In Attacker Chase appeared first on Inside Futbol | Latest Football News, Transfer Rumours & Articles.
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