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.
Serie A chief Luigi De Siervo boldly defends staging AC Milan vs Como in Australia, despite backlash. He claims it's crucial for global growth and urges FIFA's approval as a daring leap for Italian football
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Brazilian superstar Richarlison has approved a stunning January switch to Flamengo from Tottenham, as the Brazilian club eyes their idol amid injury struggles for a thrilling homecoming
Paul Pogba, the legendary French star from Man Utd and Juventus, is nearing his Monaco debut, but coach Pocognoli urges tempered excitement amid ongoing injury recovery
Luciano Spalletti cheekily dismissed Juventus links after Igor Tudor's sacking, praising his stellar work and quipping that the next boss will be "lucky" to lead such a primed squad
Buffon and Capello enthusiastically back Spalletti for Juventus coach after Tudor's exit.
He's negotiating to revive the team's season from an eight-game slump
In a heartbreaking turn, Inter's Josep Martinez crashed his car, fatally striking an 81-year-old man in a wheelchair near the club's Fenegro training base while heading to practice
Nicklas Bendtner raves about Rasmus Hojlund thriving under Antonio Conte at Napoli, praising the Italian's "killer mentality and relentless desire to win". The former Juventus star is excited that Conte will unleash Hojlund's full potential after his rocky Manchester United spell
Former Man Utd coach Benni McCarthy would 'chop a hand off' for Harry Kane at Old Trafford, despite the striker's loyal Tottenham years and eventual Bayern move for trophies
