Every week, Serie A offers new twists in the race for the Scudetto, European spots, and survival. At the top, it’s now a two-horse race between Napoli and Inter. Conte’s Napoli maintained their momentum with a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Atalanta at the Gewiss Stadium, while Inter responded with a 3-1 triumph over Empoli at San Siro. The game in Bergamo was an open, high-quality affair, ultimately decided by a decisive Lukaku strike that sent a clear message to their challengers.
The excitement in Naples is reminiscent of the title-winning season, with Conte fueling the fervor. His post-match "Forza Napoli" chant on the megaphone after their away win further electrified the fanbase. With only one match a week, Conte has the luxury of fielding his best XI without frequent rotations, a formula of continuity and stability that could propel Napoli to another league title—provided Inter doesn’t spoil the party.
The battle for European qualification is intensifying. Beyond Juventus’ victory over Milan, Lazio secured an impressive 3-0 win over Verona under Marco Baroni, who faced his former team. Zaccagni’s return to the scoresheet was a highlight for the Biancocelesti, who now sit fourth, just behind Atalanta and two points ahead of Motta’s Juventus.
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Fiorentina, currently in sixth with a game in hand, is experiencing a slump, having collected only two points in their last six matches. Frustration is mounting at the Franchi, where fans demand more from their team. Bologna, level with Fiorentina on 33 points—a club record after 20 matches—looks poised to capitalize. The Rossoblù’s 3-1 win over Monza has fueled optimism reminiscent of last season’s impressive Champions League push.
Roma, under Claudio Ranieri, is slowly climbing back. Their 3-1 victory over Genoa extended their positive streak, bringing them to 27 points and reducing the pressure on the squad. While there’s still a long way to go, Ranieri’s steady hand could guide the Giallorossi back into the European race.
The fight for survival is a chaotic battle involving 10 teams. Parma and Venezia played out a draw, leaving both sides with regrets. Despite signs of life from both teams, a single point at this stage feels more like a missed opportunity than a success. Meanwhile, Verona has dropped to third-last after Cagliari’s emphatic 4-0 win over Lecce at the Domus Arena. The Sardinians demonstrated their determination to climb out of the relegation zone with a statement performance.
Torino, despite injuries and absences, showed resilience and grit by earning a hard-fought draw against Fiorentina, even with ten men. As the season progresses, the relegation fight promises to remain as unpredictable and dramatic as ever.
