Italian League Prediction Thread (Serie A)

[giammangiato]

We all agree that Napoli can win easily in this match because Napoli have the advantage when playing at home and also Napoli wants to catch up with their competitors in 5th position, Of course Napoli doesn't want to miss the opportunity to play in the Champions League and Europe next season  therefore Napoli will take advantage of all the easy matches ahead, currently Napoli is only 1 point behind their competitors so it is not difficult to catch them.

Napoli must take all matches seriously if they are aiming for points to regain their position safely in the top four of the standings this season. Because we don't know which team Napoli will lose to again, but if the opponent is a promoted team or a bottom team, of course there is a possibility for Napoli to win easily even though they still have to put in the effort. Because it is not uncommon for lower or middle level teams to win against top teams in any league, including the Italian League.

these are the matches that Napoli must win at all costs, given that the teams they face are within their reach
as you saw in the Champions League the Walter Mazzarri cure is working, in the end Napoli somehow managed to win and advance
Lets hope he recovers in the championship too

[Phoenix Anka]

We all agree that Napoli can win easily in this match because Napoli have the advantage when playing at home and also Napoli wants to catch up with their competitors in 5th position, Of course Napoli doesn't want to miss the opportunity to play in the Champions League and Europe next season  therefore Napoli will take advantage of all the easy matches ahead, currently Napoli is only 1 point behind their competitors so it is not difficult to catch them.

Napoli should not overestimate any team and treat every match as a must-win match, viewing every match as a difficult one to win if they do not put in enough effort. They have a lot of matches ahead of them, and their point difference from their closest competitors is very close. They can always maintain the point gap until a head-to-head meeting or a loss in one of the close competitor’s matches gives them an advantage to pass them in points. I expect Napoli to perform well in their next match, and I am confident that they will win. They need all three points, and I'm confident they'll get them in the next game.

Napoli should neither underestimate nor overestimate any team and try to get back to their level from last season. Though I don't think that they can come close to Inter Milan as their performance is exceptional this season. They have been good last season, but this season is going to be a new height for them. Juventus Turin is scoring reliably and they have improved quite a lot over the last few weeks. My opinion is that in a best case Napoli can compete for the third position, but anything above that is unrealistic at this time. This is too much of an up and down for them and they are by far not as dangerous as they have been during the first half of last season.

It is obvious that they are much weaker than the year they became champions. I thought they would be better this year, but they were very weak. They were disappointed because they could not perform as expected in UCL. The possibility of championship in the league is very difficult, but they will try to be in the top ranks to take part in the UCL, that is for sure.

[arimamib]

Inter Milan have done really well in keeping their good records to remain top of the table, they're now making it challenging for a drawn back team to climb back to it's spot. Napoli won't be blamed as they've been faced with some crisis and difficulties internally and they're only trying to find a path back to normalcy since Mazarri joined the team. Errors were made and they need to be corrected, the new boss has been doing his best to find the best combination and unique strategy that's do the trick for the team. He's not really kept up with wins but his performance has being within average. It's a considerable impact definitely.

Inter Milan being at the top of the table is a testament to their consistency and effective management. Simone Inzaghi has shown a briliiant work that has been maintaining their good records. Inter's form makes it challenging for other teams to reclaim their spot at the top. This reflects a well-organized and skillful approach to the game. I'm convinced Simone Inzaghi will have a great managerial career in the future, especially if he moves to a more ambitious club.

On the other hand, Napoli's recent struggling phase shouldn't be solely blamed on the team. Some decisions from the board also big factors for Napoli to be in this situation. Internal crises and difficulties are inevitable in the world of football, and the fact that they are working to find a path back to normalcy is commendable, extending Osimhen's contract is one example. The appointment of Mazarri as the new boss indicates a proactive approach to addressing the issues. The transitional phase under a new manager can be challenging, but their commitment to improvement is apparent.

[QueenVera]

I'd probably do the same in my betting, because on paper the clubs you bet on are better than the opponents they'll face. The total odds of doubling also look very good with a total of 15x.
But having an advantage on paper does not mean we will be able to win the bet very easily, of course we must always keep the amount we bet is already able to lose later.

Oh yes, by the way in the last match in the Champions League that has just been completed, I repeatedly felt defeat. Yes, it's quite annoying when the club that should be able to win can't win, because they don't play with ambition, because they are certain to qualify.

Regardless of the loopholes Osimhen faced for a few weeks with Napoli, he still found so much belief in them and he'sore or less the fans' favorite too. So the news of his contract extension was definitely soothing to the team and fans too. Now it's certain that they'd keep seeing and benefiting from his unique style of football. He's being a key man at the Italian side and it was although very much unlikely for them to let him slip off their arm. He's just got more impacts to make.

 To him it feels like a good decision he's made no doubt.  With the new boss and his new strategies he's got for the team, it'd definitely pace ways for the forward man. Congratulations to him on his recent CAF award and it's definitely an encouragement for greater heights achievements.

[TopT3ns]

Napoli should neither underestimate nor overestimate any team and try to get back to their level from last season. Though I don't think that they can come close to Inter Milan as their performance is exceptional this season. They have been good last season, but this season is going to be a new height for them. Juventus Turin is scoring reliably and they have improved quite a lot over the last few weeks. My opinion is that in a best case Napoli can compete for the third position, but anything above that is unrealistic at this time. This is too much of an up and down for them and they are by far not as dangerous as they have been during the first half of last season.

To return Napoli to the way it was last season, it seems like it can no longer happen because the coach that Napoli currently has is so different that it is impossible for Napoli to be like before. Supposedly, if the coach is not an important problem, then they will still be the greatest this season and be in first position, but unfortunately, Napoli is currently in the top six at the top of the standings, and in the last five matches, they have lost more often in each match. With conditions like this, the players are not a problem, and the coach is an important direction to see the enemy's gaps and get victory in every match.

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Friday 15th December
Genoa 19:45 Juventus

Saturday 16th December
Lecce 14:00 Frosinone
Napoli 17:00 Cagliari
Torino 19:45 Empoli

Sunday 17th December
AC Milan 11:30 Monza
Fiorentina 14:00 Verona
Udinese 14:00 Sassuolo
Bologna 17:00 Roma
Lazio 19:45 Inter Milan

Monday 18th December
Atalanta 19:45 Salernitana



Source: https://www.skysports.com/serie-a-fixtures


Only 1 big game this week between Lazio and Inter

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Napoli cannot afford to lose point in this game,there are some games they will play and it will be obvious whether they will lose the game or not, its not this type of game,Napoli will win with great margin.They are beginning to show that they are a big team,and that is the reason they never wanted to sign some of their star players like Osimhen,the Nigerian wonderkid who is sought after by many European teams.He might decide to stay if Napoli show him love instead of hate, with the way Napoli's fans were going,it just look like the player have already set his mind on leaving the team,and he might either end up in England where he will have to compete with Haaland for the golden boot.

Well, if you look at Napoli this season, of course they are easier to beat by their opponents when napoli play at home, so the upcoming match will be difficult for Napoli to end their bad streak. Yes, in terms of strength, Napoli is quite strong compared to Cagliari, but in the last 5 matches in Serie A, Napoli lost a lot of points and was easily beaten by their opponents. So for Walter Mazzarri, of course this match will be a crucial match for them because if they lose again it will be difficult for napoli to get back into the top 4.

Cagliari previously won the match against Sassuolo and this victory was an asset for them when they came to Napoli home ground. We'll see whether Osimhen and Kvaratskhelia will be able to bring Napoli to victory in this match or fail to return to winning ways. In another match, Bologna will face Roma and this match will determine their fate as to who will be able to maintain their ranking this week. If Roma fails, it is possible that Napoli and Bologna will move their ranking and if they win, Roma will be able to widen the distance from the pressure of Napoli and Bologna who are below their ranking.

[Belarge]

Napoli cannot afford to lose point in this game,there are some games they will play and it will be obvious whether they will lose the game or not, its not this type of game,Napoli will win with great margin.They are beginning to show that they are a big team,and that is the reason they never wanted to sign some of their star players like Osimhen,the Nigerian wonderkid who is sought after by many European teams.He might decide to stay if Napoli show him love instead of hate, with the way Napoli's fans were going,it just look like the player have already set his mind on leaving the team,and he might either end up in England where he will have to compete with Haaland for the golden boot.

There are presence of top teams in Italy and the best club wins the scudetto. Napoli will start winning matches but for now, they don't possess the require options to explore in games. Napoli are in possession of Victor Osimhen who's exceptionally one of the best attackers in Seria A and also the present best player in Africa this season. With him in the frontline, everything becomes very tactic and important for the club. The new coach, Walter Mazzarri can make good use of the Nigerian in matches and experiencing defeats becomes minor thing for the club.

[GiftedMAN]

We all agree that Napoli can win easily in this match because Napoli have the advantage when playing at home and also Napoli wants to catch up with their competitors in 5th position, Of course Napoli doesn't want to miss the opportunity to play in the Champions League and Europe next season  therefore Napoli will take advantage of all the easy matches ahead, currently Napoli is only 1 point behind their competitors so it is not difficult to catch them.

Napoli should not overestimate any team and treat every match as a must-win match, viewing every match as a difficult one to win if they do not put in enough effort. They have a lot of matches ahead of them, and their point difference from their closest competitors is very close. They can always maintain the point gap until a head-to-head meeting or a loss in one of the close competitor’s matches gives them an advantage to pass them in points. I expect Napoli to perform well in their next match, and I am confident that they will win. They need all three points, and I'm confident they'll get them in the next game.

Napoli should neither underestimate nor overestimate any team and try to get back to their level from last season. Though I don't think that they can come close to Inter Milan as their performance is exceptional this season. They have been good last season, but this season is going to be a new height for them. Juventus Turin is scoring reliably and they have improved quite a lot over the last few weeks. My opinion is that in a best case Napoli can compete for the third position, but anything above that is unrealistic at this time. This is too much of an up and down for them and they are by far not as dangerous as they have been during the first half of last season.

It is obvious that they are much weaker than the year they became champions. I thought they would be better this year, but they were very weak. They were disappointed because they could not perform as expected in UCL. The possibility of championship in the league is very difficult, but they will try to be in the top ranks to take part in the UCL, that is for sure.

I agree with you Napoli has not been very strong as they were when they won the league last season probably because they didn't add more Stars to their team but I think they have managed to maintain a good performance in the champions League as they are able to make it out of the group stage. I think one of the things that affected the performance and a little poor form of Napoli was a change in the coach that won the league with them. Though I think Napoli may not have the opportunity to win the league this season but I believe they will go far in the UCL and they will make it to the top4 in the league

[TelolettOm]

Milan are the only team that have a chance to keep up with Inter and Juventus in the standings. However they pulled away from Milan even more by the results of the previous week.    Atalanta made really serious difficulties for Milan. They got ahead 2 times and it was obvious they weren't going to let Milan go away with a win there. That winning goal in the last minutes devastated Milan.

Now even Juventus are 7 points ahead of Milan. This is a serious gap thinking that we haven't even completed the first half of the season. It looks like this will be more like a title competition between two teams - Inter and Juventus. It is early to say so maybe but I don't think both of them will start performing badly for a long time.

I think AC Milan has a small chance to chase Inter and Juventus. AC Milan played inconsistently during this season, they no longer played well like the previous season. In the previous season, AC Milan can compete with some teams for the runner up position. But this season, I think AC Milan only has the chance to finish in 3rd place. Inter and Juventus look in a different level this season, they could play more consistent than other teams in Serie A. If Juventus and Inter Milan don't experience bad things like injury players, I'm sure these teams will stay in the top of Serie A standings until the end of this season.

Yes, the point gap is 7 points. It won't be easy for AC Milan to shorten the point gap. Moreover, Juventus looks very stable in playing, they are unlikely to miss points against smaller teams.

[BitcoinHunt3r]

I think AC Milan has a small chance to chase Inter and Juventus. AC Milan played inconsistently during this season, they no longer played well like the previous season. In the previous season, AC Milan can compete with some teams for the runner up position. But this season, I think AC Milan only has the chance to finish in 3rd place. Inter and Juventus look in a different level this season, they could play more consistent than other teams in Serie A. If Juventus and Inter Milan don't experience bad things like injury players, I'm sure these teams will stay in the top of Serie A standings until the end of this season.

Yes, the point gap is 7 points. It won't be easy for AC Milan to shorten the point gap. Moreover, Juventus looks very stable in playing, they are unlikely to miss points against smaller teams.

Yeah of course the opportunity is still available but it is definitely very low especially Milan is already 11 points behind, of course it is very difficult to catch teams like Juventus and Inter who continue to consistently win I mean almost impossible, unless Juventus and Inter get 6 consecutive defeats in the upcoming match well, maybe Milan can catch up but that obviously doesn't make sense   Basically, this season the race only takes place between Juventus and Inter Milan while AC Milan and other teams are only fighting for the remaining 2 Champions League tickets and AC Milan is not really safe there because Napoli, Fiorentina and Roma can still catch up, 5 points behind is not something that is difficult to catch especially there's still half the season left.

If we pay attention, Inter Milan has gone further just look at their total goals almost 2x more than other teams they also conceded the fewest goals this means that overall they are ready to fight with anyone especially Juventus, although actually I hope Juventus win the title this season but somehow they can compete with Inter Milan. Juventus still has a chance if Inter Milan advances in the champions league then they will have a busier schedule well Juventus can take advantage of that it's just that this is an unconfirmed hope 

[hd49728]

I think AC Milan has a small chance to chase Inter and Juventus. AC Milan played inconsistently during this season, they no longer played well like the previous season. In the previous season, AC Milan can compete with some teams for the runner up position. But this season, I think AC Milan only has the chance to finish in 3rd place. Inter and Juventus look in a different level this season, they could play more consistent than other teams in Serie A. If Juventus and Inter Milan don't experience bad things like injury players, I'm sure these teams will stay in the top of Serie A standings until the end of this season.

Yes, the point gap is 7 points. It won't be easy for AC Milan to shorten the point gap. Moreover, Juventus looks very stable in playing, they are unlikely to miss points against smaller teams.

They have chance, small but not too small and we have to count a big factor that AC Milan will no longer play any more match in Champions League. After the group phase in Champions League ends, AC Milan ends their group at the third position and will play two play off matches with a club in Europa League. Even they will a winner from play-off and go next, matches in Europa League will be less pressure than in Champions League. It gives AC Milan more time to focus on Serie A matches and they can use it to chase Inter Milan and Juventus.

Juventus of course has biggest advantage by only playing in Serie A while Inter Milan will have most difficulties as they will play in Champions League.

[Juggy777]

I think AC Milan has a small chance to chase Inter and Juventus. AC Milan played inconsistently during this season, they no longer played well like the previous season. In the previous season, AC Milan can compete with some teams for the runner up position. But this season, I think AC Milan only has the chance to finish in 3rd place. Inter and Juventus look in a different level this season, they could play more consistent than other teams in Serie A. If Juventus and Inter Milan don't experience bad things like injury players, I'm sure these teams will stay in the top of Serie A standings until the end of this season.

Yes, the point gap is 7 points. It won't be easy for AC Milan to shorten the point gap. Moreover, Juventus looks very stable in playing, they are unlikely to miss points against smaller teams.

They have chance, small but not too small and we have to count a big factor that AC Milan will no longer play any more match in Champions League. After the group phase in Champions League ends, AC Milan ends their group at the third position and will play two play off matches with a club in Europa League. Even they will a winner from play-off and go next, matches in Europa League will be less pressure than in Champions League. It gives AC Milan more time to focus on Serie A matches and they can use it to chase Inter Milan and Juventus.

Juventus of course has biggest advantage by only playing in Serie A while Inter Milan will have most difficulties as they will play in Champions League.

@hd49728 Juventus definitely have the advantage of playing only in the Serie A because they’re able to concentrate all their resources to win the league title. Furthermore I strongly feel that Milan won’t win the title because of dropping in the Europa League as playing Thursday night football will effect the player’s and it may even cause them lots of fatigue if they keep progressing ahead in the Europa League tournament.

[Strongkored]

Lazio 19:45 Inter Milan
Only 1 big game this week between Lazio and Inter

This is a big match but because Lazio is not very good, this could be a match that Inter Milan wins quite convincingly, especially since Inter Milan has not managed to beat Lazio on their opponent's home field for quite a long time, this can increase motivation and also because Inter Milan only two points ahead of Juventus, which is relatively having an easier match because it is against Genoa, so Juventus' chances of winning are very big, so Inter Milan must win this match against Lazio to maintain the point difference with Juventus, what's more, Inter Milan cannot be stopped yet and their game is very impressive, especially their striker who can be said to always score a goal in every match, in contrast to Lazio who had very few goals, Inter Milan got 3 points in this match which was very wide open, so Juventus will still not replace Inter Milan at the top of the standings.

[rozak]

@hd49728 Juventus definitely have the advantage of playing only in the Serie A because they’re able to concentrate all their resources to win the league title. Furthermore I strongly feel that Milan won’t win the title because of dropping in the Europa League as playing Thursday night football will effect the player’s and it may even cause them lots of fatigue if they keep progressing ahead in the Europa League tournament.

In terms of focus, Juventus should be more superior. because they will only compete for Serie A and the Italian Cup. compared to other competitors such as Inter and Milan who have to divide the players' focus on the Champions League and Europa League. Of course, fatigue can occur in players in the main squad if player rotation is not carried out well by the coach.
Sometimes coaches are reluctant to replace their best choice of players, but this actually harms the players' own performance.

[klidex]

 Regardless of the loopholes Osimhen faced for a few weeks with Napoli, he still found so much belief in them and he'sore or less the fans' favorite too. So the news of his contract extension was definitely soothing to the team and fans too. Now it's certain that they'd keep seeing and benefiting from his unique style of football. He's being a key man at the Italian side and it was although very much unlikely for them to let him slip off their arm. He's just got more impacts to make.

 To him it feels like a good decision he's made no doubt.  With the new boss and his new strategies he's got for the team, it'd definitely pace ways for the forward man. Congratulations to him on his recent CAF award and it's definitely an encouragement for greater heights achievements.

Victor Oshimen will remain an important player for Napoli, even though the club condition is currently unstable, but his presence will always be a priority for the club in facing various matches, so it is only natural that Napoli continue to extend his contract with Victor Oshimen.
Last season the player brought Napoli to the title but was coached by a suitable manager like Spalletti. Maybe if the manager was still at the club, Victor Oshimen would still be a striker who created many goal for Napoli. This season, Napoli was forced to use a new manager where Victor Oshimen need time to use the strategy used by the coach to be able to show his best.

This decision is indeed the best for the team and also for him, regardless of previous mistakes, but they are both aware of the management mistakes and have forgiven each other so that Victor Oshimen still wants to make his contribution to the club.
Yes, this award deserves to be given to Victor Oshimen because he is indeed the best African player at the moment. I am also happy with the title that Oshimen won.

[redsun114]

I think AC Milan has a small chance to chase Inter and Juventus. AC Milan played inconsistently during this season, they no longer played well like the previous season. In the previous season, AC Milan can compete with some teams for the runner up position. But this season, I think AC Milan only has the chance to finish in 3rd place. Inter and Juventus look in a different level this season, they could play more consistent than other teams in Serie A. If Juventus and Inter Milan don't experience bad things like injury players, I'm sure these teams will stay in the top of Serie A standings until the end of this season.

Yes, the point gap is 7 points. It won't be easy for AC Milan to shorten the point gap. Moreover, Juventus looks very stable in playing, they are unlikely to miss points against smaller teams.

Yeah of course the opportunity is still available but it is definitely very low especially Milan is already 11 points behind, of course it is very difficult to catch teams like Juventus and Inter who continue to consistently win I mean almost impossible, unless Juventus and Inter get 6 consecutive defeats in the upcoming match well, maybe Milan can catch up but that obviously doesn't make sense 

AC Milan which was fourth in last season due to 10 points deduction of Juventus they have this spot currently they are at the third spot and most chances they will be able to stay at this spot for few more weeks but if they want to stay here until end of this season then surely they need to improve their performance and also having consistency which is currently not available.

In last few matches they are suffered by lost of 7 points and having problems against weaker sides which are giving them setbacks, but they are also having not enough funds for improving their defence which is the most problematic area for them but if they are able to increase strength then surely we can expect they will end with good note in this season.

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AC Milan which was fourth in last season due to 10 points deduction of Juventus they have this spot currently they are at the third spot and most chances they will be able to stay at this spot for few more weeks but if they want to stay here until end of this season then surely they need to improve their performance and also having consistency which is currently not available.

In last few matches they are suffered by lost of 7 points and having problems against weaker sides which are giving them setbacks, but they are also having not enough funds for improving their defence which is the most problematic area for them but if they are able to increase strength then surely we can expect they will end with good note in this season.

AC Milan this season has been very inconsistent so they are many points behind in the current Serie A standings and that is the best comparison with Inter Milan and also Juventus who have been quite consistent so far but this season is still a very long way to go and AC MIlan is one of the teams that deserves it. to be wary of because they have strong power.

Regarding the points behind, I don't think it's a big problem as long as the AC Milan team can improve and maintain its consistency, this season is still very long and anything is still possible.

[giammangiato]

Only Olivier Giroud who is close to Lautaro in the top scorer, he has collected 8 goals. But yes, Lautaro is very good. He started this season quite well, with 14 goals maybe making him the most deserving candidate for this season. Unfortunately, Victor Osimhen this season is not very productive in scoring, perhaps this is due to his problems with his club. But without Osimhen, in my opinion the competition for the top scorer is not very interesting. The reason is, Lautaro currently does not have a great competitor who can pressure him.

I really agree with you, in the end Lautaro is really proving to be very strong. If Napoli worked well and Victor managed to score it would be a good challenge, the competition for the top scorer this year is not very interesting in fact.

[Uruhara]

these are the matches that Napoli must win at all costs, given that the teams they face are within their reach
as you saw in the Champions League the Walter Mazzarri cure is working, in the end Napoli somehow managed to win and advance
Lets hope he recovers in the championship too

Napoli should have everything to win the match against Cagliari. First, this match will take place at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona. And secondly, Napoli's ranking is much better than Cagliari's, which is even having difficulty avoiding the relegation zone. The third reason is that Napoli has much better squad depth, and the last is that Napoli has a performance above Cagliari. So betting on Napoli for this match is really the right choice. Because there is no reason for Napoli to lose to Cagliari, who have only just been promoted this season from Serie B. In fact, I have a feeling that Cagliari might return to the relegation zone. And maybe they won't stay in Serie A until next season either.