PREVIEW: SERIE A

With only six games remaining in the regular season, the stakes are higher than ever. Every match from now until the end of the season becomes crucial as teams fight for a spot in Europe next season, and more importantly, avoid relegation.

Friday 19 April

37/20 Genoa | Draw 2/1 | Lazio 31/20 (18:30)

Genoa and Lazio will kick off gameweek 33 as they face each other for the last time this season. Both clubs come into this fixture full of confidence after they both secured maximum points in their previous fixture. Lazio is in a much better position now than they were at the start of the season and will be eager to make it back-to-back victories as a place in Europe is still a possibility. Lazio win.

37/10 Cagliari | Draw 26/10 | Juventus 15/20 (20:45)

Cagliari managed to take a point away from their clash with Inter Milan previously which leaves them four points clear of the relegation zone. This is a massive encounter for Claudio Ranieri and his team and will take a team performance once again to stop Juventus from walking away with all three points as the Bianconeri look to secure their place in Europe next season. Back the away win here.

Saturday 20 April

36/10 Empoli | Draw 29/10 | Napoli 13/20 (18:00)

Massive fixture here for both clubs as Empoli looks to move further away from the relegation zone with a win while Napoli has a chance to qualify for Europe after a disappointing season. Both clubs find themselves struggling for consistency and will come down to fine margins in getting a winner given their recent results. Napoli to win with BTTS.

15/10 Verona | Draw 43/20 | Udinese 37/20 (20:45)

If you are looking for intense action, then this is the fixture to look out for as both clubs find themselves deep in the relegation battle. Both clubs fell to defeat in their previous fixture and a win for either team will hold significant value with just six games remaining. BTTS is the way to go here.

Sunday 21 April

13/10 Sassuolo | Draw 47/20 | Lecce 2/1 (12:30)

Sassuolo have now recorded three consecutive draws in their last three fixtures ahead of their clash with Lecce. Relegation almost looks like a certainty for Sassuolo but if they can start turning draws into wins, we may talk a different story come the end of the season. Lecce picked up three crucial points against Empoli last time out which will give them a huge boost of confidence going into this fixture as they look to pick up another important three points.  BTTS and Sassuolo to win.

7/10 Torino | Draw 11/4 | Frosinone 36/10 (15:00)

Torino has a chance to get back to winning ways against a Frosinone team who have the worst away record this season. Torino is unbeaten in the last three home fixtures while Frosinone’s winless streak stretches to four games after the 2-2 draw with Napoli previously. Matias Soule and Walid Cheddira will need to step up for Frosinone on the day as they try to snatch a rare win on the road. Torino to win.

38/10 Salernitana | Draw 29/10 | Fiorentina 13/20 (18:00)

Salernitana is facing a tough situation with their winless run and struggles in Serie A this season. On the other hand, Fiorentina will be eager to bounce back from their recent defeats and secure a positive result. With Fiorentina’s attacking prowess and Salernitana’s defensive vulnerabilities, a high-scoring match seems likely. Fiorentina to win with over 2.5 goals.

11/4 Monza | Draw 26/10 | Atalanta 9/10 (20:45)

Atalanta and Monza have something to prove in this match. Atalanta will be looking to bounce back from their recent defeat and keep their hopes of qualifying for Europe alive, while Monza will aim to utilize their home advantage to secure a positive result. With both teams potentially finding the back of the net, it could shape up to be an entertaining match. Atalanta to win and BTTS.

Monday 22 April

5/4 Roma | Draw 43/20 | Bologna 23/10 (18:30)

Roma has experienced a resurgence under the guidance of Danielle De Rossi, with an impressive unbeaten streak in the league. However, facing Bologna, who are also vying for a place in Europe, will undoubtedly be a tough challenge. Both teams will be highly motivated to secure a positive result to strengthen their European aspirations. With both teams expected to find the back of the net, it could be a closely contested match. BTTS and Roma win.

2/1 AC Milan | Draw 4920 | Inter Milan 12/10 (20:45)

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Written by Marc Strydom.