Serie A roars back to life this weekend, leaving behind the final international break of the year. With no interruptions until March, fans of Italian football can now immerse themselves in an uninterrupted run of action-packed weeks. The stakes are high, particularly at the top of the table, where every point matters in the race for the Scudetto.
Milan vs Juventus: A pivotal encounter
Milan, already eight points adrift of league leaders Napoli, faces a crucial test against Juventus at the San Siro. With little room for error, Paulo Fonseca’s team must rediscover the form that has seen them thrive on big occasions in the past. However, instead of facing the might of Real Madrid, this time they come up against Thiago Motta’s Juventus.
Juventus arrive in Milan with injury concerns and a point to prove after a chaotic 4-4 draw against Inter before the break. With star striker Dusan Vlahovic likely to miss out, Juventus will need to rely on their grit and tactical discipline to impose themselves on the match. Motta’s side, despite their challenges, will aim to seize control and deliver a performance befitting their ambitions.
Inter vs Verona: Inzaghi to use turnover
Earlier in the day, Inter travel to Verona in a match that comes just days before a crucial Champions League tie against RB Leipzig. Simone Inzaghi faces a delicate balancing act, potentially opting to rest key players such as Lautaro Martínez. This opens the door for Joaquín Correa to step up, with Asllani likely anchoring the midfield and Carlos Augusto returning to bolster the flanks.
Despite the rotations, Inter have an opportunity to temporarily move to the top of the table, at least until Napoli clashes with Roma on Sunday evening. However, Verona, battling to climb out of the lower half of the standings, will look to exploit any complacency from the Nerazzurri.
Atalanta vs Parma: Gasperini’s men eye top spot
Atalanta, under Gian Piero Gasperini, have hit their stride this season and head to Parma with the chance to claim the top spot. With their attacking brand of football, the Bergamo side continues to make a strong case as a genuine contender for the Scudetto.
Parma, no pushovers themselves, will look to disrupt Atalanta’s rhythm and take advantage of playing at home. However, with players like Ademola Lookman in fine form, Atalanta are well-equipped to secure another three points and send a message to their rivals.
This weekend’s fixtures set the tone for an exciting phase in Serie A. With Milan fighting to stay in the title race, Inter managing a packed schedule, and Atalanta looking to make a statement, every match carries weight. Add in Sunday’s blockbuster clash between Napoli and Roma, and the league is primed for drama and intrigue.
Serie A is well and truly back, and for the teams involved, there’s no room for slip-ups as the race for the Scudetto heats up.
Meanwhile, the rest of the fixtures for the weekend in Serie A are the following:
Sunday, November 24, 2024:
Genoa vs. Cagliari at 12:30
Como vs. Fiorentina at 15:00
Torino vs. Monza at 15:00
Napoli vs. Roma at 18:00
Lazio vs. Bologna at 20:45
Monday, November 25, 2024:
Empoli vs. Udinese at 18:30
Venezia vs. Lecce at 20:45
