

Euro Leagues: All to play for in Italy, Dutch title capitulation & Farewell Modric
May 22, 2025
Mina Rzouki, an Italian football expert, joins Julien Laurens, a French journalist, and Guillem Balague, a Spanish football authority, along with Dutch analyst Marcel van der Kraan to dissect the thrilling finale of the season. They discuss Napoli's tight title race and the shocking collapse of Ajax's nine-point lead. The conversation shifts to the emotional farewells in football, highlighting Luka Modric's departure from Real Madrid. They also examine La Havre's miraculous escape from relegation and why newly promoted teams often outperform their English counterparts.
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Serie A's Mediocre Yet Exciting Race
- Serie A's title race is dramatic but lacks consistent top-level quality.
- Napoli and Inter have faltered at key moments despite vibrant competition.
Ajax's Record Title Collapse
- Ajax collapsed spectacularly after leading the Eredivisie by nine points with seven matches left.
- The manager and major club figures departed amid internal turmoil and stylistic clashes.
Ranieri's Heartfelt Roma Farewell
- Claudio Ranieri received a deeply emotional farewell from Roma fans after a successful revival.
- His connection with the community and love for coaching made his goodbye poignant.