Both Mario Balotelli and Felipe Melo have hit back at Giorgio Chiellini's criticisms of them. The Juventus defender pointed fingers at both of his former teammates ahead of his book 'Io, Giorgio' launching next week. Having explained that he felt 'let down' by Balotelli in the 2013 Confederations Cup and adding that the now-Brescia forward 'deserved a slap', the 29-year-old has responded. "...Full Story »

Felipe Melo has revealed that Brazil used to tactically kick out at Lionel Messi to disturb the Argentina star's rhythm as it was the only way they knew how to stop a player so "incredible". Melo's career has taken him all over the world, with the veteran midfielder having played with the likes of Juventus, Galatasaray and Inter among others. Internationally, the 36-year-old earned 22 caps f...Full Story »

Once again, Felipe Melo is making a name for himself in the Copa Libertadores. The Palmeiras midfielder was sent off after just three minutes and could miss the next three games of the continental tournament, if CONMEBOL decide on that punishment. On the field, he is a tough player who is willing to go to the limit but off it, there is a dramatic story when it comes to him. "If I hadn't bee...Full Story »