Matchweek 12 of the 2025/26 Serie A season, played from November 22 to 24, brings another exciting set of matches across Italy. As part of the broader Serie A predictions, this match is reviewed alongside other fixtures from the same round.
The round opens on Saturday at 15:00 with Cagliari vs Genoa and Udinese vs Bologna, two important mid-table battles. Later in the evening come the big matches: Fiorentina vs Juventus (18:00), a classic rivalry, followed by Napoli vs Atalanta (20:45), a game that promises fast attacking football.
On Sunday, the action starts with Verona vs Parma (12:30), then continues with Cremonese vs AS Roma (15:00) as Roma look for crucial points. The evening features Lazio vs Lecce (18:00), and the highlight of the round — the Inter vs AC Milan (20:45) derby, always full of intensity and high stakes.
Matchweek 12 wraps up on Monday with Torino vs Como (18:30) and Sassuolo vs Pisa (20:45), important fixtures for teams trying to move away from the lower part of the table.
Matchweek 12 promises drama, tight battles, and plenty of excitement from start to finish.
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Cagliari vs Genoa
Cagliari enters the match in 14th place with 10 points and a goal difference of 9:14. Their form is weak, having not won in the last 7 matches, with 4 losses, showing a clear problem in scoring. At home, the team has serious ups and downs, losing their last three games against Sassuolo, Bologna, and Inter, and their play often relies on individual moments. Belotti and Felici are the most consistent in attack, but the team creates too few chances. The midfield often loses duels and allows easy transitions, which further burdens the defense. Even though they play with more intensity at home, the gap in quality and stability remains an issue.
Genoa comes in at the 18th position with only 7 points and a goal difference of 8:16. They are also in poor form, having played 11 matches this season with just one win, 4 draws, and 5 losses. When playing away, the team is very inconsistent, suffering three consecutive losses against Torino, Napoli, and Bologna, although they did manage to beat Sassuolo in their last away game. The main issue is their defense, which has too many gaps, a weak defensive setup, and slow rotations during transitions. In attack, they rely on Ostigard and Malinovskyi. They create very little and finish even less. The team has energy but lacks structure.
Expectations for the match are for a tough duel with few chances. Cagliari has slightly better stability and experience at home, while Genoa is defensively vulnerable and on a streak of poor results.
0-2 (Under 2.5)
Predicted CS: 1:0
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Udinese vs Bologna
Udinese enters this match from the 10th position with 15 points and a fairly stable form. They play much better at home, having won three out of their last four matches, including victories against Atalanta and Lecce, while drawing with Cagliari. Key players in the offense are Davis, Zaniolo, and Atta, who bring creativity and finishing skills. The team is physically strong, well-organized, and responds well in the midfield. The defense can show weaknesses during transitions, but at home, Udinese generally appears much more stable and motivated. Their form is solid, and the team comes in with confidence.
Bologna is currently in 5th place with 21 points and is one of the most consistent teams this season. They haven’t lost in 8 league matches, and they show impressive strength when playing away, with wins against Parma and Cagliari, plus a draw with Fiorentina, proving their strong tactical organization. In attack, Orsolini, Castro, and Cambiaghi are the main threats, creating a lot of problems for opposing defenses with their quick counterattacks. Bologna has a good balance between defense and offense, showing structure and maturity, but sometimes they struggle under pressure from physically stronger teams. Still, their current rhythm and offensive efficiency are at a high level.
Even though Udinese is strong at home, Bologna is more prepared for transitions, more efficient, and generally in better form. This match looks tight, but the visitors come in with a certain psychological and results advantage.
GG (BTTS-Yes)
Predicted CS: 1:2
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Fiorentina vs Juventus
Fiorentina is in really bad shape, sitting last on the table with only 5 points and a goal difference of 9:18. At home, they keep losing; after five matches, they have 4 losses and only managed a draw against Bologna, 2:2. The team easily concedes goals, creates very little in attack, and has poor finishing.
Even though they perform decently in the Europa League, it doesn’t change their struggles in Serie A where they have tactical issues. Even when they take the lead, they find it hard to keep up the pace and often fall apart in the second half.
All the signs are negative: weak attacking performance, a leaky defense, and a drop in confidence. The only positive is that sometimes they can apply pressure at the start of home games, but that rarely leads to results.
Juventus, even though they are not in perfect shape, is still much more consistent and of higher quality. They have 19 points and a positive goal difference of 14:10, which shows a solid defense but a moderate attack. When playing away, they have a win against Cremonese and Genoa, a draw, and two losses. Juventus plays tough, focusing on the result without taking unnecessary risks, and generally maintains a good rhythm.
In their recent matches against weaker opponents, they almost always score at least one goal and often win by a small margin. Vlahovic, Yildiz, and Conceicao are the main threats. The team has more quality in every line, better physical condition, and much greater stability in finishing.
Fiorentina does not have the arguments to dictate the game or impose an offensive idea. It is most realistic to expect Juventus not to lose, and it is very likely that they will win the match.
2 (Juventus to Win)
Predicted CS: 0:1
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Napoli vs Atalanta
Napoli is in 4th place with 22 points, even though they are coming off a loss to Bologna and have gone three games without scoring. However, they play much better at home, and after 5 matches, they haven’t lost, winning 4 of them. The team has a strong defense and organized play in the midfield, with Anguissa and McTominay being key players for balance. In attack, they aren’t as effective as last season, but they create long periods of pressure and control the pace of the game. Their recent home results include a draw with Como, but victories against Inter and Genoa show that they rarely underperform at home and usually win the battle in midfield.
Atalanta is in 13th place with 13 points. They have been struggling lately, suffering two losses in their last two matches, including a tough defeat against Sassuolo. When playing away, they are inconsistent, showing a lot of ups and downs, and after 5 matches, they have one win, three draws, and one loss. Defensively, the team is having a hard time, and the midfield often loses battles.
Even though they have individual talent in attack with players like De Ketelaere, Pasalic, and Krstovic, their transitions are slow, and creating chances often relies on the opponent’s mistakes. In Europe, they are solid, but in Serie A, they struggle more when playing away and find it hard to cope with teams that maintain a high possession.
Napoli is more stable, especially at home where they rarely allow many chances. The visitors have too many defensive weaknesses and would struggle to withstand continuous pressure.
1X & 2+ (Napoli to Win & Over1.5)
Predicted CS: 2:0
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Verona vs Parma
Verona enters this match in 19th place with 6 points, struggling a lot and still looking for their first win this season. After playing 11 games, they have 6 draws and 5 losses. The team is having big problems in attack, with only Orban, Serdar, and Giovane providing a little bit of offensive threat. Their scoring is very limited, and their transition play is slow. At home, Verona often struggles in the second half and has a hard time keeping control, especially after losing the ball in midfield. The defense makes positioning mistakes, and the team generally seems nervous when under pressure. With just six goals scored this season, their offense is the weakest in the league.
Parma is in 17th place with 8 points, showing a slightly better performance, but still facing serious issues, especially when playing away. In their last five away games, they only scored one goal. Bernabe, Pellegrino, and Cutrone have some impact in the attack, but the team often falls into monotonous plays without any ideas. Defensively, Parma is more compact than Verona and does a better job of closing spaces in the midfield, but they lack consistency, with good periods followed by lapses in concentration. In the final moments, the team is not direct enough, and their attacks often end without a real threat. However, when facing teams from the lower part of the table, they tend to play more solidly and realistically.
Both teams have terrible finishing and play defensively. We expect a match with not many goals.
0-2 (Under 2.5)
Predicted CS: 0:0
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Cremonese vs AS Roma
Cremonese is currently in 11th place with 14 points and plays strongly, but their performance is inconsistent. Losses to Pisa and Juventus highlighted their struggles in offense, although draws against Atalanta and Udinese show some positive aspects in their gameplay organization. At home, they are a bit better, but they haven’t won in 4 matches, with three draws and one loss. Bonazzoli is key in attack with his four goals, while Baschirotto, Terracciano, and Vardy provide important support when the team needs quick solutions. Despite their fighting spirit, Cremonese often struggles with consistency throughout the match.
AS Roma is in second place with 24 points and enters this match with a lot more confidence after playing 11 games. Their wins against Udinese, Parma, and Sassuolo highlighted their maturity in gameplay and consistency in results. The only setback was a narrow loss to Milan.
When playing away, Roma is disciplined, with a strong impact from players like Soule, who combines goals and assists, along with Dovbyk, Pellegrini, Celik, and Dybala, who provide a stable offensive dynamic. The team looks compact, aggressive, and much more skilled in all areas.
Roma is more consistent, more offensive, and has greater individual class, while Cremonese, although solid at home, struggles to keep up the pace against such an opponent.
2 (AS Roma to Win)
Predicted CS: 1:2
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Lazio vs Lecce
Lazio enters the match in 9th place with 15 points and a goal difference of 13:9. They have been a bit inconsistent, but they play much better at home. Their wins against Cagliari and Juventus at the “Olimpico” show how strong they are on their own field. Zaccagni and Cancellieri each have three goals, while Castellanos adds to the offense with two goals and one assist. They often control the game, but sometimes they struggle, like in the draw with Pisa and the loss to Inter. Still, they have won their last two home games, giving them a clear advantage before facing one of the weakest teams in the league.
Lecce is in 15th place with 10 points and a goal difference of 8:14, and their away form is inconsistent. After playing five matches away from home, they have two wins, one draw, and two losses. The team struggles to create chances, and most of their goals come from Berisha, who has scored two goals and provided one assist, along with Ndri, who has also scored two goals. Their frequent defensive lapses cause them problems, and matches against stronger teams like Udinese and Napoli showed that they have a hard time keeping up with faster-paced and more skilled opponents.
We expect Lazio to take advantage of playing at home and go for the important three points in this match. A controlled game is anticipated from the hosts, and they are expected to win the match.
1 (Lazio to Win)
Predicted CS: 1:0
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Inter vs AC Milan
Inter is the leader in Serie A with 24 points and a goal difference of 26:12, making them the most offensive team in the league. The home team’s performance is impressive, with five wins in their last six matches, and they are even stronger at home, boasting a series of convincing victories and controlled performances against Lazio, Fiorentina, and Cremonese. Calhanoglu is in top form with 5 goals and 1 assist, while Bonny and Martinez each have 4 goals, posing a constant threat. They look stable and tactically mature, showing almost no weak points in their game.
Milan is in third place with 22 points and a goal difference of 17:9, but their away performance is not as strong, with three draws and two wins in five away games, facing issues finishing against Juventus. Pulisic is the most consistent player with 4 goals and 2 assists, while Leao has the same record with 4 goals and 1 assist. Pavlovic is solid in defense, and Modric brings experience with 1 goal and 2 assists, but Milan often struggles under pressure when they can’t control the midfield. The team is competitive, but not as sharp as the home team.
We expect a dynamic match in the derby with at least three goals. Both teams are motivated to win this derby.
3+ (Over 2.5)
Predicted CS: 2:2
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Torino vs Como
Torino is in 12th place with 14 points and has been looking strong in the last few matches. They play steadily at home, remaining unbeaten in their last six games, with four of those ending in draws. Ngonge and Coco have scored important goals and provided assists in those matches. Simeone, with four goals, remains the biggest threat, while Adams adds another dimension with his two goals. However, the attack often stalls at crucial moments, so even though the defense is solid, the team relies too much on individual plays.
Their form is improving, but it’s not convincing enough for a more secure step forward.
Como is currently in a higher position, sitting at 7th place with 18 points, but their form is inconsistent. The away team plays with discipline, managing draws against Napoli, Atalanta, and Parma. Paz, with four goals and four assists, is the driving force of the team, while Douvikas and Kempf contribute with two goals each. Their transition game is their strongest weapon, and quick openings often create a difference against stronger rivals. The team appears more organized than the home side and is better in finishing.
Como seems more organized and has a more effective offensive impact. Torino is compact and has the advantage of playing at home.
X (Draw)
Predicted CS: 1:1
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Sassuolo vs Pisa
Sassuolo is in eighth place with 16 points and will try to improve their form at home after losing to Roma and Genoa. However, their convincing 3:0 win against Atalanta shows that the team still has the quality for strong performances. The most consistent players are Berardi with four goals and three assists, and Pinamonti with four goals, while Lauriente adds to the team with his two goals and one assist. The team played a great match at home against Udinese. In defense, they have some weaknesses, often lacking compactness. The midfield can control the pace, but there are issues during empty periods when the team allows the opponent to create chances.
Pisa is in 16th place with eight points and is not doing well, having five matches without a win away from home. They drew against Torino and Milan, showing that the team can be tough, with Moreo and Nzola being the main threats in attack, each scoring two goals, while Cuadrado and Toure have one goal each. The problem is their inconsistent results, especially in away games, like the losses to Bologna 4-0 and Napoli 3-2, where the defense struggles under pressure. Even though they can sometimes create decent transitions, they lack precision in the final third and stability at the end of matches.
Sassuolo has a stronger attacking line, better home play, and more individual solutions, while Pisa is too weak when playing away.
1 (Sassuolo to Win)
Predicted CS: 2:1
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This matchweek follows on from Serie A Matchweek 11 predictions and will be followed by Serie A Matchweek 13 predictions in the next round.