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Serie A: Weekend matches feature challenges and new strategies

Serie A sees several matches this weekend, with coaches reflecting on their teams and upcoming changes.

17 October 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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This weekend, Serie A presents a rich schedule of matches. On Saturday at 6 PM, Bologna will face Inter, with the Nerazzurri's coach stating he does not want to dramatize a recent defeat, promising changes. At 8:45 PM on Saturday, Roma will battle Genoa. The Roma coach emphasized the need to expand the squad to tackle future challenges.

On Sunday at 12:30 PM, Udinese and Lecce will play, with Di Francesco benefiting from an abundant attack, although Ilic will not be among the selected players. At 3 PM, Fiorentina will take to the field against Como, with the Viola hoping to pull away from the danger zone in the standings.

Following that, Milan and Atalanta will clash at 6 PM. For Atalanta, a former striker may be a doubt due to a calf strain while awaiting further examinations.

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Finally, the match between Juventus and Lazio will take place at 8:45 PM. Lazio is expected to field their strikers together, with Zhegrova potentially nearing match fitness. The results of these matches will undoubtedly influence the teams' strategies moving forward.

Meanwhile, Frosinone and Sassuolo featured in yesterday's early match, with Frosinone emerging victorious at 4-2. This comes after a defeat for Napoli, signaling an ongoing quest for redemption for the Ciociari.

Napoli's coach, Allegri, has tried to calm the situation by stating that the recent dissent regarding De Bruyne was merely a clear misunderstanding, emphasizing the need to keep the group united. These events highlight the differing dynamics at play within the league.

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