Sampdoria returned to the Champions League places by edging out Fiorentina 3-1 in a frenetic Serie A clash at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris. The opening 45 minutes witnessed three goals and a saved penalty as Samp battled to reclaim third place from Napoli, while Fiorentina appeared determined to escape from mid-table obscurity. Angelo Palombo notched first for the hosts, from the spot, minutes be...Full Story »

Sampdoria captain Angelo Palombo hopes Sinisa Mihajlovic will stay on as coach of the club. The Genoa outfit head into Sunday's game against Napoli with the Serbian tactician having yet to sign a contract extension. Mihajlovic replaced sacked Delio Rossi at the helm of Sampdoria back in November and his current deal expires this summer. "We hope that Mihajlovic can remain with us and that he ...Full Story »