This archive report was first published on 23 August 2019.
Italian Serie A Kicks Off 2019/20 Season ¶
The Italian Serie A is one of the top football leagues in the world, with clubs that have the financial might to rival the biggest of clubs in the transfer market. The 2019/20 season is set to kick off this weekend, with Juventus looking to defend their title against 19 other teams.
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Matchday 1 Predictions ¶
1. Parma vs Juventus ¶
Parma will host Juventus in the season opener, with the champions looking to dominate as they have been doing for many years. Juventus have invested in their squad with the addition of Cristiano Ronaldo last summer, and they mean business.
Match prediction: Juventus wins
Score prediction: 1-3
2. Fiorentina vs Napoli ¶
Fiorentina will host Napoli in the second game of the season, with Napoli looking to mount pressure on Juventus and win the title at the end of the season. Napoli has what it takes to win the title, and they will be seeking to begin their season on a winning note.
Match prediction: Napoli wins
Score prediction: 1-2
3. Udinese vs AC Milan ¶
Udinese will host AC Milan in the third game of the season, with AC Milan looking to settle for no position outside the top four. AC Milan has their eyes firmly on the Champions League spot, and they will be seeking to perform exceptionally in the national championship.
Match prediction: AC Milan wins
Score prediction: 2-3
4. Cagliari vs Brescia ¶
Cagliari will host Brescia in the fourth game of the season, with Brescia looking to avoid relegation to the lower division. Cagliari has had an excellent home record in the domestic competition, and they will be seeking to secure all three points in this fixture.
Match prediction: Cagliari wins
Score prediction: 1-0
5. Hellas Verona vs Bologna ¶
Verona will host Bologna in the fifth game of the season, with Bologna looking to capitalize on the momentum gained and the mentality of their players to get all the three points in their first match of the season.
Match prediction: Bologna wins
Score prediction: 1-2
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