The ball is set to roll in the 2026-27 Serie A! Inter defends its title against Monza, while Juventus seeks a fresh start at home.
The wait is over! The Italian Serie A, one of the most prestigious top-flight leagues in European football, kicks off its 2026-27 season this weekend. Ten matches are scheduled between Saturday (22) and Monday (24), promising excitement from the very first round. The current trophy holder, Inter Milan, makes its debut at the iconic Giuseppe Meazza, aiming to repeat its success and defend the title.
Inter aims for back-to-back titles
The Nerazzurri, under the guidance of Cristian Chivu, enter the season as favorites to secure another scudetto. The team, which lifted the trophy last season, faces newly promoted Monza in its opening match this Saturday at 1:30 PM (Brasília time).
Despite some roster changes during the transfer market, the core of the squad, including stars like Lautaro Martínez and Marcus Thuram, has been retained. New signings such as defender John Stones and fullback Djed Spence arrive to further bolster the team.
Juventus targets a return to prominence
In pursuit of reclaiming its path to glory, Juventus begins its Serie A campaign on the road. The Bianconeri face Frosinone on Sunday (23) at 1:30 PM (Brasília time).
With Luciano Spalletti at the helm, the Turin club aims for a new chapter after a season that fell short of expectations. The arrival of French striker Kolo Muani and the rise of young talent Kenan Yildiz are the club’s key bets for the attack.
Even with recent turbulence, Juventus holds the record with 36 Italian league titles.
Milan’s high-profile debut and other matchups
Another highly anticipated game in the opening round is the duel between Torino and Milan on Sunday (23) at 3:45 PM (Brasília time). This clash will mark the debut of Ruben Amorim as head coach of the Rossoneri.
Milan, Italy’s most successful club in continental competitions, has undergone restructuring in its coaching staff and squad, highlighted by the signing of striker Gonçalo Ramos for approximately 74 million euros. The goal is clear: to return to the Champions League after failing to qualify last season.
Napoli, the Italian champion before Inter‘s recent title run, opens its campaign away against Genoa, also on Saturday (22) at 3:45 PM (Brasília time). With Massimiliano Allegri on the bench and betting on Rasmus Højlund for the attack, along with Kevin De Bruyne in midfield, the southern side is looking to remain in the title fight.
Meanwhile, Roma debuts against Fiorentina on Monday (24) at 3:45 PM (Brasília time) with Gian Piero Gasperini in charge, looking to replicate the success he achieved at Atalanta. The list of all-time Serie A winners is led by Juventus, followed closely by Inter Milan and Milan, reflecting the historical strength of these clubs in the elite of Italian football.
Opening round fixtures:
- Saturday (22): Inter Milan vs. Monza — 1:30 PM
- Saturday (22): Udinese vs. Como — 1:30 PM
- Saturday (22): Genoa vs. Napoli — 3:45 PM
- Saturday (22): Parma vs. Cagliari — 3:45 PM
- Sunday (23): Frosinone vs. Juventus — 1:30 PM
- Sunday (23): Venezia vs. Lecce — 1:30 PM
- Sunday (23): Atalanta vs. Sassuolo — 3:45 PM
- Sunday (23): Torino vs. Milan — 3:45 PM
- Monday (24): Bologna vs. Lazio — 1:30 PM
- Monday (24): Roma vs. Fiorentina — 3:45 PM
All times are Brasília time.
