Key Takeaways
- Inter Milan require only a draw against Parma to be crowned Italian champions
- AC Milan travel to Sassuolo seeking victory to overtake Napoli in second position
- Juventus host already-relegated Hellas Verona aiming to cement fourth place
The Italian top flight serves up a feast of football action with three key fixtures determining the destiny of the title and European qualification spots. The drama begins at 14:00 UK time (16:00 East Africa Time) as AC Milan visit the Mapei Stadium to face giant-killers Sassuolo.
Stefano Pioli’s side enter the clash knowing maximum points will see them leapfrog Napoli into the runners-up position. The Rossoneri have named Rafael Leao and Christopher Nkunku in their attacking line, while the hosts welcome back Domenico Berardi to their starting eleven following a two-match suspension.
One midfielder explained how his form has improved recently. “I would not say the match against Milan marked the turning point,” he stated. “However, during that sequence of games I felt excellent. I reached the right levels tactically, mentally and physically. Those three or four matches really made the difference for me.”
He also sent wishes to an absent team-mate named Luka. “I feel very sad for him because he remains extremely important to our squad,” he added. “We need his quality. Now I must play in his position and give my best to help the side win today.”
The youngster praised Francesco Manganelli, who currently works with Max Allegri’s staff. “Today is special for him. He is a legend here and I train with him daily. He played in midfield and still shows great quality. His football knowledge is vast, so winning for him would be wonderful.”
Later in the afternoon, Juventus welcome Hellas Verona to Turin at 17:00 UK time (19:00 EAT). The Old Lady aim to strengthen their grip on fourth place against opponents who have already suffered relegation to Serie B.
The evening concludes with the main event at 19:45 UK time (21:45 EAT). Inter Milan face Parma knowing a single point will confirm them as champions of Italy. Simone Inzaghi’s men stand on the brink of glory after a dominant campaign.
Sassuolo: Turati; Walukiewicz, Idzes, Muharemovic, Garcia; Thorstvedt, Matic, Koné; Berardi, Nzola, Laurienté
Milan: Maignan; Tomori, Gabbia, Pavlovic; Saelemaekers, Fofana, Jashari, Rabiot, Estupinan; Nkunku, Leao