Serie A, officially known as Serie A TIM for sponsorship reasons, is Italy’s top-tier professional football league and one of the most storied competitions in global football. Founded in 1898, it features 20 clubs battling from August to May in a 38-match season for the prestigious Scudetto title, UEFA Champions League qualification, and to avoid relegation to Serie B. Renowned for its tactical sophistication, passionate fanbase, and historic rivalries like the Derby d’Italia (Juventus vs. Inter Milan) and Derby della Madonnina (AC Milan vs. Inter), Serie A is a cornerstone of football culture.
The 2024-25 season showcases a blend of emerging talents and global superstars, elevating Serie A’s appeal. Notable players include Victor Osimhen (Napoli), a dynamic striker linked with top clubs; Lautaro Martínez (Inter Milan), Argentina’s World Cup-winning captain; Rafael Leão (AC Milan), a dazzling winger; Dušan Vlahović (Juventus), a prolific goal-scorer; and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (Napoli), the Georgian sensation known for his flair. Veterans like Paulo Dybala (Roma) and rising stars like Joshua Zirkzee (Bologna, now attracting European interest) further enhance the league’s star power.
Serie A’s rich history includes iconic clubs like Juventus (36 titles), AC Milan, and Inter Milan, with legendary figures such as Diego Maradona, Zinedine Zidane, and Ronaldo having graced its pitches. In 2023-24, Inter Milan clinched the title, while the league’s competitive balance, with 557 goals scored last season, keeps fans engaged. With modernized stadiums, global broadcasts, and a focus on youth development, Serie A continues to captivate audiences worldwide.
Referee chief Gianluca Rocchi fiercely defends suspending two officials after the explosive Napoli-Inter clash, raging at their illogical blunders on a game-altering penalty and deeming it a major procedural flop
In a fiery outburst, Lazio's Maurizio Sarri slammed the draw with Pisa, blaming absent stars and uneven Serie A scheduling, but vowed to fight through the injury crisis
Lazio's Pedro, ex-Barcelona and Chelsea star, confirms his free-agent exit, vowing to propel the team back to Europe while teasing future playing prospects
Chelsea is thrilled to negotiate a lucrative new contract with star defender Malo Gusto, aiming to secure his future at Stamford Bridge despite mixed fan reactions since his 2023 Lyon move, quashing exit rumors
Benjamin Cremaschi, 20, dazzled in his Serie A debut for Parma, subbing in at the 76th minute during a thrilling 2-1 loss to AS Roma on Oct. 29, replacing Adrián Bernabé as they trailed 1-0
Juventus seeks a new manager after sacking Igor Tudor, with Luciano Spalletti tipped to take charge. Yet, ex-star Enzo Maresca is linked, though Chelsea blocks his move amid their trophy hunt
Scotland's star midfielder Scott McTominay shuts down speculation of a Premier League return or blockbuster Barcelona move, thriving at Napoli after his £30m transfer from Manchester United, clinching Serie A and winning hearts
Atalanta's Ivan Juric fumed over their 1-1 draw with AC Milan, insisting his team dominated threefold. Ademola Lookman's first post-transfer goal salvaged a point, with Juric praising the Nigerian as "a spectacle" in Bergamo
Federico Chiesa pledges to ignite Liverpool's leadership amid their shocking slump under Arne Slot, with four straight losses leaving title hopes in tatters and Van Dijk calling a players' meeting post-Manchester United
