Serie A is back this weekend with another round of exciting fixtures, and we’ve picked three key matchups that should deliver plenty of action. Here are our insights along with potential betting options for you to explore.
Before delving into each respective preview, let’s take a look at the latest outright odds. Inter Milan and Napoli are now joint favourites to claim the Serie A title at 9/10, while Atalanta are priced at 12/1. Juventus follow at 50/1, with the rest of the field available at 100/1 or higher.
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SATURDAY
INTER MILAN v GENOA – Click here to bet
Inter Milan will be eager to close the gap at the top of the Serie A table when they host Genoa at the San Siro on Saturday. The Nerazzurri currently sit in 2nd place with 54 points from 25 matches, trailing league leaders Napoli by just two points. This weekend presents an ideal opportunity to apply more pressure on their title rivals as they look to bounce back from last weekend’s disappointing 1-0 defeat away to Juventus. February has been a challenging month for Simone Inzaghi’s men on the domestic front, accumulating just four points from a possible 12 (W1, D1, L2). However, their home form remains a strong point, boasting the second-best home record in Serie A with 27 points from a possible 36. They are unbeaten in their last nine league outings at the San Siro, securing six wins and three draws. Additionally, Inter Milan have dominated this fixture in recent years, winning their last ten consecutive home meetings against Genoa.
Meanwhile, Genoa travel to Milan on a winning note, having claimed a much-needed 2-0 victory over Venezia last weekend. Patrick Vieira’s men are currently 11th in the table with 30 points from 25 matches. However, their away form has been concerning, particularly against top-half opposition, suffering defeats to Atalanta, Lazio, and Fiorentina this season. Furthermore, Genoa are winless in their last four away matches, managing just two points in that period (D2, L2), which could potentially spell trouble against an Inter Milan side eager to reclaim top spot.
Head-to-Head
Last five league meetings: Inter Milan W2, Draws 3
Earlier this season, Inter Milan and Genoa shared the spoils in a 2-2 draw in the reverse fixture.
Betting
Inter Milan 2/7
Draw 5/1
Genoa 9/1
Verdict
Inter Milan’s strong home form and dominant record in this fixture make them overwhelming favourites for Sunday’s clash. Given Genoa’s struggles on the road, the hosts are well-positioned to return to winning ways in clinical fashion.
Suggested Bet: Handicap – Inter Milan -1.5 at 5/6
SUNDAY
COMO 1907 v NAPOLI – Click here to bet
Como 1907 will look to build on last weekend’s morale-boosting 2-0 victory over Fiorentina when they welcome league leaders Napoli to the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia on Sunday. Last week’s result ended a three-match losing streak for the newly promoted side, who currently sit 13th in the table with 25 points from 25 matches. Despite that win, Como’s home form has been inconsistent, suffering five defeats in their 12 home fixtures this season. Their last two home outings have resulted in back-to-back losses against top-four opposition, and with Napoli in town this weekend, there is a real possibility that streak could extend to three.
Napoli, meanwhile, remain at the summit of Serie A despite a frustrating run of three consecutive league draws, including last weekend’s 2-2 stalemate against Lazio. Antonio Conte’s side are on 56 points from 25 matches, two ahead of Inter Milan. While they have dropped points in recent weeks, Napoli remain unbeaten in their last ten league games, securing 24 points from a possible 30 (W7, D3). With Napoli boasting the best away record in Serie A this season and Como struggling against top opposition, this match could provide the perfect opportunity for Conte’s men to return to winning ways.
Head-to-Head
Last five league meetings: Como 1907 W3, Napoli W2
Earlier this season, Napoli secured a commanding 3-1 victory in the reverse fixture in Naples.
Betting
Como 5/2
Draw 23/10
Napoli 12/10
Verdict
Como’s inconsistency at home, combined with Napoli’s impressive away form this season, certainly tips the scales in the visitors’ favour despite a string of consecutive draws. For that reason, I’m backing Conte’s men to return to winning ways this weekend at very favourable odds.
Suggested Bet: Full Time Result – Napoli at 12/10
VERONA v FIORENTINA – Click here to bet
Verona will be aiming to climb further away from the relegation zone when they host Fiorentina at the Stadio Marc’ Antonio Bentegodi on Sunday. The hosts are currently in 16th place with 23 points from 25 matches, just four points clear of the drop zone. Last weekend, Verona suffered a 3-1 defeat away to Roma, extending their poor form to just one win in their last six league outings (W1, D1, L4).At home, Verona have been more competitive, securing five of their six league wins this season on their own turf. They will be looking to capitalize on Fiorentina’s recent struggles and secure a crucial result in their fight for survival.
Fiorentina have endured a mixed run of form in recent weeks, with a 2-0 home defeat to Como last weekend dealing a blow to their European qualification hopes. That result left them in 6th place with 42 points from 25 matches. Prior to that, they suffered a 2-1 loss to Inter Milan, struggling to contain the Nerazzurri despite a competitive performance. Adding to their concerns, their away form has been inconsistent, with just one win in their last four outings. This match presents a key opportunity for Fiorentina to regain momentum, but Verona’s resilience at home could make for a tightly contested affair.
Head-to-Head
Last five league meetings: Verona W1, Fiorentina W4
Earlier this season, Fiorentina claimed all three points with a convincing 3-1 win in the reverse fixture.
Betting
Verona 16/5
Draw 26/10
Fiorentina 10/11
Verdict
Verona’s home form gives them a fighting chance, but Fiorentina’s superior squad quality and strong record in this fixture make them deserved favourites. At 10/11, I will lean towards the visitors in what should be an entertaining contest.
Suggested Bet: Full Time Result – Fiorentina at 10/11
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