In the continuing 2024-25 Serie A, Matchday 17 wrapped up with intense-filled games and unexpected order change in standing, which led fans to witness a thrilling experience. With their previous victory, Atalanta maintained their lead at the table against Napoli with two points. Their relentless pursuit of the peak position to claim the title shows their determination and tactical brilliance. Meanwhile, Inter Milan follows its rival in the race by standing in third position, with one point different from Napoli. Fans expect a more excellent performance from them in upcoming matchday games. Also, Lazio regained their momentum in previous matches and moved step by step to reclaim their lost top position. On the other end of the table, Verona and Cagliari remain in the relegation zone. They struggle to escape from the bottom of the standing by utilizing the upcoming matches.
While the previous Matchday ended thrillingly, fans expect even more fun matches in the upcoming Matchday 18 in Serie A. While the race for the title entered an intense phase, every team was aware of the importance of each point to standing at the table. Atalanta never let themselves be dragged back from the top position, and Lazio is preparing their best comeback this season. Following them, Napoli aims to win the upcoming match against Venezia to have led against Atalanta. Inter is preparing to overcome their struggle by winning against Cagliari and moving forward. While Juventus aims to continue their undefeated record this season, Fiorentina promises to maintain their momentum and increase their point and standing with the upcoming Matchday game. Each team carries the weight of its goal and holds the potential to change the dynamics of the table. It gives fans a high expectation of having these unmissable weekend games of Serie A. If you’re looking for the latest sports updates, feel free to check out our website!
Prediction
Empoli vs Genoa
Empoli and Genoa are ready to clash in the 2024-25 Serie A season on December 28, 2024, at Stadio Carlo Castellani (Empoli).
Standings:
- Empoli – 11th Position with 19 Points.
- Genoa – 13th Position with 16 Points.
After two consecutive losses in their Serie A game, Empoli is determined to turn the tides in the upcoming Matchday 18 game against Genoa. Fans believe Empoli will win, as their key players, Lorenzo Colombo and Sebastiano Esposito, are ready to give a strong performance against Genoa.
Like the next game’s opponent, Genoa struggled to rise above the middle order in the standings. In their past five games, Genoa has a record of 1 win, 3 draws, and 1 loss. Four head-to-head games between Genoa and Empoli ended up in a tie, with fans expecting a clear win from either team. Empoli has higher odds of winning the upcoming match against Genoa.
Parma vs Monza
In the upcoming Matchday 18 of 2024-25 Serie A, Parma and Monza are ready to battle on December 28, 2024, at Stadio Ennio Tardini (Parma).
Standings:
- Parma – 15th Position with 15 Points.
- Monza – 20th Position with 10 Points.
After their solid victory against Lazio, Parma fell back to lose their next three games and is now ready to play their upcoming match against Monza, which has a consecutive three-loss streak. Fans believe Parma will regain their lost form of intense gameplay and expect their key player, Simon Sohm, to shine more in this game.
Monza is facing the tough struggle of three consecutive losing games in this 2024-25 Serie A. With the lowest win count, Monza holds the bottom position in the standing. Their overall record in 17 matches is 1 win, 7 draws, and 9 losses. While both teams had their h2h games in Serie B, this is the first game for both to clash in Serie A, which raises the anticipation. Still, comparing both teams, Parma holds a higher chance of winning the game.
Cagliari vs Inter Milan
As the rising team in this Serie A season, fans hold high expectations from the upcoming game between Cagliari and Inter Milan on December 28, 2024, at Unipol Domus (Cagliari).
Standings:
- Inter Milan – 3rd Position with 37 Points.
- Cagliari – 18th Position with 14 Points.
After losing their victory against Napoli and ending up in a tie of 1-1, Inter Milan changed their gameplay formation to improve their results in upcoming matches. As expected, their offense showed great power to dominate their opponent, and the defense held strong from goals. It made them witness clear victory in every following Serie A game. With the four straight win record in hand, Inter Milan is ready to play their 18th Matchday game against Cagliari. Also, the upcoming key player, Carlos Augusto, is expected to perform better against Cagliari.
On the flip side, Cagliari has been facing a struggle in recent Serie A games and has been holding three straight losing matches. It makes them stay in the relegation position without moving out from the bottom position. Following it, in their past five games, Cagliari held the record of 1 win and four losses, which led their fans to be disappointed over their losing game performance. The game ended up losing 4-0; this shows their lack of strong build-in teamwork. With strong teamwork and compelling gameplay, Inter Milan is ready to claim their victory over Cagliari.
Lazio vs Atalanta
The recent top-placed team (Atalanta) and the previous top-placed team (Lazio) are ready to face off in the upcoming 2024-25 Serie A game on December 28, 2024, at Stadio Olimpico (Rome).
Standings:
- Atalanta – 1st Position with 40 Points.
- Lazio – 4th Position with 34 Points.
Lazio is the uprising team in both Serie A and Europa League, and they perform well against opponents. They also play in Coppa Italia and other leagues but never wavered to shine against their opponents. Still, Lazio struggles in their path to regain their top position in Serie A. In their previous game with Inter Milan, Lazio faced a crushing defeat of 0-6, disappointing their fans regarding their play. Soon, with key players like Valentin Castellanos and Adam Marusic in the team, Lazio won the previous game against Lecce.
On the other hand, Atalanta claimed the peak position with their constant successful games in Serie A. Like their rival teams, Atalanta played in Serie A, Champions League, and Coppa Italia but never failed to perform their best against opponents. Also, Atalanta holds the current long stand win streak in this 2024-25 Serie A with eleven straight victories. It shows their potential to claim this season’s Serie A title championship. Atalanta is ready to face Lazio in the upcoming Matchday 18 game to determine their victory, but the match can be challenging as both teams hold strong team build. While both teams have better odds to win, the game can end in a tie.
Udinese vs Torino
Udinese and Torino are preparing to play their Matchday 18 game on December 29, 2024, at Bluenergy Stadium – Stadio Friuli (Udine).
Standing:
- Udinese – 9th Position with 23 Points.
- Torino – 12th Position with 19 Points.
Udinese prepared to face Torino in their upcoming Serie A game to improve their standing. While they had an average score against their opponent, the unstable win results led them to fall back into the middle order in the standings. Udinese planned to improve their performance in the upcoming game.
As for Torino, they have performed leisurely against their opponent and failed to claim a clear victory to improve their standing in the table. In the past five games, Torino has a record of 1 win, 2 draws, and 2 losses. Che Adams is the key player who has the Torino fans’ faith and expects to lead the team to win, but Udinese has a higher chance of winning the match.
Napoli vs Venezia
The second-leading team, Napoli, is ready to face the second-lowest team, Venezia, in the 2024-25 Serie A game on December 29, 2024, at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona (Naples).
Standings:
- Napoli – 2nd Position with 38 Points.
- Venezia – 19th Position with 13 Points.
Napoli holds the second position in standing next to Atalanta with a two-point difference. In their 17 games of 2024-25 Serie A, Napoli’s records are 12 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses. With a high winning ratio, Napoli holds the potential to claim this season’s Serie A title. While their rival teams, like Atalanta and Inter Milan, compete in equal form, fans believe Napoli holds a better chance as they improve in each game. As for their key players in the upcoming match lineup, Romelu Lukaku, Frank Anguissa, and David Neres are ready to lead the team to win against Venezia.
Conversely, Venezia has improved in their recent games, avoiding losing results with better teamwork. After their last loss against Bologna, Venezia gave their best effort in games and managed to tie against opponents like Como and Juventus. In the previous match against Cagliari, Venezia claimed a clear win for a 2-1 score. This shows their potential to move up in standing and leave the relegation position. Still, compared with their opponent Napoli, Venezia holds a lesser winning chance in the upcoming game.
Juventus vs Fiorentina
Serie A fans are excited to witness another close rivalry between Juventus and Fiorentina in the upcoming Matchday 18 game on December 29, 2024, at Allianz Stadium (Turin).
Standings:
- Juventus – 6th Position with 31 Points.
- Fiorentina – 5th Position with 31 Points.
Juventus is one of the top-performing teams in the 2024-25 Serie A Season. They are also undefeated this season with zero losses in their 17 games played. It makes them a potential team to claim this Serie A season title championship. Still, they lack a stable win record to advance in the standings. Fans believe the upcoming game against Fiorentina will help them create a new win streak and surpass their rivals.
In contrast with Juventus, their opponent team, Fiorentina, faced two continuous losses in their past Serie A games. Fans expect them to break the chain of losses by winning the upcoming match against Juventus. Also, it increases their lead standing as both teams hold similar points. Comparing both teams’ previous game performances, Fiorentina lacks intense offense gameplay in Serie A. Still, Juventus has a balanced performance in their game and holds a winning chance in this upcoming Matchday 18 game.
AC Milan vs AS Roma
In this upcoming Matchday 18 game of the 2024-25 Serie A, AC Milan and AS Roma are ready to play on December 29, 2024, at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza (San Siro) (Milan).
Standings:
- AC Milan – 8th Position with 26 Points.
- AS Roma – 10th Position with 19 Points.
AC Milan is also one of the most formidable teams in Serie A, but with an inconsistent win record, it faces a tough situation to rise to the top five. Still, it managed to stand in eighth position with its strong win ratio of 7 in 16 games. Now, it is ready to play the upcoming Serie A against AS Roma with high expectations to turn the tides in the standings.
On the other hand, AS Roma is preparing to regain their momentum to move forward in the table. However, with their leisure gameplay against opponents, AS Roma has failed to secure their position among the top-performing teams this season. Still, they have the opportunity to move if they continue to win the upcoming matches without failure. However, AS Roma has lesser winning odds against AC Milan in the upcoming Serie A game.
Como vs Leece
The Como 1907 will clash with U.S. Leece on December 30, 2024, at Stadio Comunale G. Sinigaglia, Coma, Italy, for the Matchday 18 in the Serie A 2024-25 showdown.
Standings:
- Como – 16th Position with 15 Points.
- Leece – 14th Position with 16 Points.
Como 1907’s return to Serie A after 21 years is a big achievement that has excited their fans. The team has a strong group of experienced players, including Patrick Cutrone, Andrea Belotti, and Sergi Roberto. Como 1907, led by Cesc Fàbregas, had a notable 2-0 win over AS Roma but struggles with inconsistency, as seen in a recent loss to Inter Milan.
U.S. Lecce’s return to Serie A for the third straight season is an exciting achievement for their fans. The team, led by coach Marco Giampaolo and featuring Rebić and Krstović, shows promise but struggles with consistency. Defensively, Lecce has struggled, leading to crucial goal concessions, especially against top teams. Hence, the U.S. Leece will have a better chance to hold on to a victory.
Bologna FC 1909 vs Hellas Verona FC
For Matchday 18 in the Serie A, Bologna is clash with Verona on December 30, 2024, at Renato Dall’Ara Stadium, Bologna, Italy.
Standings:
- Bologna – 7th Position with 28 Points.
- Verona – 17th Position with 15 Points.
Bologna FC 1909 features experienced players like Riccardo Orsolini and Lewis Ferguson. Under head coach Vincenzo Italiano, the team has been in good form and has won notable victories. However, the team struggles defensively. Orsolini shines as an attacker, and Ferguson is key in midfield.
Hellas Verona FC has demonstrated resilience by often coming back to win matches and adapting well to different opponents. However, their performance is inconsistent, with key goals conceded and Montipò playing a vital role. Thus, Bologna FC 1909 will have home soil advantage to secure a triumph in their forthcoming series.
