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Serie A’s 23rd matchday promises high stakes and key battles, particularly in the relegation zone. Between Friday, January 31, and Saturday, February 1, five games will take place, making up half of the week’s fixtures.
The action kicks off with Parma vs. Lecce at Stadio Ennio Tardini, a crucial showdown in the fight for survival. The hosts, after a bright start to the season, have struggled in recent weeks and haven’t won since December 28. Lecce, meanwhile, comes into the match after back-to-back heavy defeats against Lazio and Inter, conceding eight goals following their impressive win over Empoli. Both teams sit at 20 points, making a victory a potential turning point in their campaign.
Saturday at 3 PM features two vital encounters: Monza vs. Verona and Udinese vs. Venezia. Monza is running out of time to keep its Serie A hopes alive, with only two wins all season under manager Salvatore Bocchetti. Verona, fresh off a crucial draw against Venezia after losses to Lazio and Napoli, is looking for stability. At Bluenergy Arena, Udinese takes on Venezia in a bid to further distance itself from the relegation zone. The Friulani have been struggling, picking up just three points in their last five matches without a single win. For Venezia, a victory is essential to stay in the race for survival and keep up with their direct competitors.
The most anticipated match of the round is Atalanta vs. Torino, a game with fewer relegation concerns but significant implications for the top half of the table. Gasperini’s side needs to close the gap on Inter and Napoli to remain in the title race. Torino, unbeaten in their last five matches but with just one win (at home against Cagliari), aims to maintain momentum.
Finally, Bologna vs. Como is expected to deliver excitement and goals, given both teams’ attacking potential. Bologna is in excellent form, having avoided defeat against both Inter and Roma, while Como has struggled away from home and will need to step up to avoid losing ground in the standings.
