Ballardini: ‘Genoa must secure safety’
Davide Ballardini won’t discuss his contract until Genoa have secured their Serie A safety, which is a step closer after a draw with Sampdoria. The Grifone managed to avoid losing…
Davide Ballardini won’t discuss his contract until Genoa have secured their Serie A safety, which is a step closer after a draw with Sampdoria. The Grifone managed to avoid losing…
Genoa Coach Davide Ballardini expects an open game against Sampdoria - “we’ll play to score, so will they”. The two sides meet tomorrow night in the Derby della Lanterna -…
Genoa Coach Davide Ballardini criticises fans for whistling Gianluca Lapadula - “he took responsibility”. The striker missed a penalty against Spal, drawing whistles from the crowd after just two Serie…
Davide Ballardini believes the race to avoid relegation will go down to the wire after Genoa were held 1-1 by 10-man SPAL. It was a very controversial result, as SPAL…
Genoa boss Davide Ballardini was pleased that they managed to cause Napoli so many problems in a slender 1-0 defeat. It took a Raul Albiol header from a corner to…
This has unexpectedly turned into a huge opportunity for Napoli to narrow the gap on leaders Juventus, but Genoa are no pushovers. Words: Ciro Di Brita The Partenopei followed up their…
Davide Ballardini predicts “an intense match” as Genoa visit Napoli. “They are the best team and play different football to everyone else.” It kicks off on Sunday at 19.45 GMT,…
Davide Ballardini admits Genoa “went too deep and allowed Milan to cross” after conceding a last-gasp Andre Silva header. The 1-0 result was decided at Marassi by the substitute with…
Davide Ballardini believes Genoa are facing “a very motivated Milan side that is close to Juventus and Napoli’s level.” It kicks off on Sunday at 17.00 GMT, click here for…
Davide Ballardini said Genoa did not deserve to lose against Bologna, but “creating chances is futile if we aren’t determined enough.” The Grifone saw their run of three consecutive victories…
Genoa Coach Davide Ballardini expects a difficult game against Bologna, despite the “important” win over Inter. The Grifone are flying high since the Italian replaced Ivan Juric on the bench,…
Genoa’s Oscar Hiljemark believes anyone coming up against his side now know they will be in for a tough game. The Griffone secured an impressive 2-0 victory over Champions League…
Inter were frantic and devoid of a plan, while Genoa kept their cool to soak up aimless pressure and cruise to a 2-0 win. Words: Marcello Cossali-Francis Inter lacked creativity…
Davide Ballardini maintains Genoa “were a little lucky against Inter, but also in control of the game in every moment” after a 2-0 victory. Genoa have been transformed since Ballardini…
Goran Pandev thanked Genoa Coach Davide Ballardini for “making me feel important” and wishes his old club Inter well in future. The Grifone beat Inter 2-0 at Marassi with an…
Genoa boss Davide Ballardini has injury problems as he prepares to host Inter, but is eager to improve their poor home record. It kicks off on Saturday at 19.45 GMT,…
Genoa notched up their second consecutive away victory in stoppages, but Davide Ballardini warns “we’re not safe from relegation yet.” The Grifone were in dire straits when the Coach took…
Genoa Coach Davide Ballardini urges his side to show humility when they face Chievo tomorrow. The Grifone go into the match at the Bentegodi high on confidence after a surprise…
Genoa Coach Davide Ballardini calls Goran Pandev “extraordinary” following the win over Lazio but “from tomorrow we have to cancel everything”. The Grifone took a 2-1 win at the Olimpico…
Genoa stunned Lazio at the Stadio Olimpico, despite having a goal controversially chalked off by VAR. Having defended resolutely for the first half, the Grifone took the lead on the…