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.
Ivan Rakitic hails Luka Modric's brilliant football smarts, setting him apart from rivals. He credits the Croatian's longevity to a unique, joyous lifestyle and predicts AC Milan will contend for Serie A's crown
Fabio Capello, ex-Real Madrid and England boss, applauds Antonio Conte's savvy acquisition of Rasmus Hojlund for Napoli as a "clever decision", with the Manchester United flop's "desire for redemption" now evident. After Ruben Amorim sidelined him, the Danish striker sealed a late loan to the Italian champions
Inter president Beppe Marotta hails Luka Modric's stellar play in Serie A at 40 as a "positive advert" for Italian football, while spotlighting the financial gap with leagues like the Premier League and La Liga, as exemplified by Real Madrid's massive deal for teen prodigy Franco Mastantuono
Inter's rising star, 20-year-old Pio Esposito, is dazzling fans with his breakout season. Yet, agent Mario Giuffredi urges restraint on the hype, calling for realistic expectations and stressing Esposito's ongoing need to earn a national team spot
AC Milan icon Alessandro Nesta raves about USMNT's Christian Pulisic, calling him a one-of-a-kind star in Serie A with no equal. After two stellar seasons at San Siro, Pulisic has emerged as a vital force for the Rossoneri and a Serie A standout
Christian Eriksen, ex-Manchester United star, is "thrilled" for Denmark teammate Rasmus Hojlund's sensational Napoli debut. After Old Trafford frustrations, Hojlund's four goals in six games, including vital wins, have made him Naples' rising sensation
Fabio Capello, the iconic coach, cautions that Napoli's midfield dynamos Kevin De Bruyne and Scott McTominay boast stellar skills that might clash, risking team imbalance, even as the Serie A leaders notch a Champions League win amid lingering doubts
Rasmus Hojlund thrives under Antonio Conte's masterful coaching at Napoli, hailing him as the ideal mentor after his Man Utd exit. Back in Serie A, he's revitalized, netting in Napoli's 2-1 victory over Genoa, much like ex-teammate Scott McTominay's boost
Antonio Conte's Napoli is launching a daring Premier League raid, eyeing Brentford's dynamic right-back Michael Kayode to strengthen their defense behind Giovanni Di Lorenzo in January
