Serie A 2025/26: Chronicle of the 34th Matchday, Suspensions for the 35th Round, and the Como Women’s Project

The 34th matchday of Serie A 2025/26 was marked by a series of results that kept the race for the Scudetto and European spots alive. Napoli’s campaign against Cremonese ended in a resounding 4-0, solidifying their lead at the top. Earlier in the afternoon, Parma secured a 1-0 victory over Pisa thanks to an 82nd-minute goal by Elphege, mathematically ensuring their survival. Roma, meanwhile, defeated Bologna 2-0 at the Dall’Ara Stadium with goals from Malen and El Aynaoui, reigniting their European ambitions.

The relegation battle saw tension in the goalless draw between Verona and Lecce. Both teams played cautiously, with a late goal by Edmundsson disallowed for a foul on the goalkeeper. The result leaves Verona on 19 points and Lecce on 29, just one point above Cremonese. This outcome keeps the relegation fight wide open.

Later in the day, two ambitious teams settled for draws. Genoa-Como ended 0-2 in favor of the visitors, with Douvikas and Diao scoring a crucial brace for Como’s European aspirations. Meanwhile, Fiorentina vs. Sassuolo finished 0-0, with few chances for either side, leaving Fiorentina’s survival not yet mathematically secured.

In the evening’s marquee match, two Champions League contenders, Milan and Juventus, shared a tactical 0-0 draw. A slow first half gave way to a livelier second, with Saelemaekers hitting the crossbar, but neither side could break the deadlock, leaving the European race still open.

The clash between Torino and Inter ended in a thrilling 2-2 draw. Inter took the lead with goals from Thuram and Bisseck, but Torino fought back with Simeone’s strike and a Vlasic penalty to level the score. This result keeps Inter three points clear with two matchdays left, potentially sealing the title next Sunday against Parma.

Looking ahead to the 35th round, key suspensions will shape the upcoming fixtures. El Aynaoui (Roma) will miss the postponed match against Fiorentina, Cancellieri (Lazio) is out against Cremonese, and Valentini (Hellas Verona) is also suspended. Fantasy managers will need to adjust their strategies accordingly. Among the players at risk of suspension are Leao, Modrić, Fofana (Milan), and Bremer (Juventus), who would miss the next game if booked.

In Italian women’s football, Como 1907 Femminile has secured promotion to Serie A Women, winning the Serie B title with three games to spare. Backed by the Hartono family’s recent acquisition, the club has invested heavily in top players like Veronica Boquete and Valentina Giacinti, reinforcing their professional project.

Interestingly, next season, Como will be represented in Serie A Women by two distinct clubs: Como 1907 Femminile (newly promoted) and Como Women (already in the top flight). The two teams have different ownership—Como Women is managed by the U.S. group Mercury/13, which is committed to global women’s football development. This dual presence sets the stage for a fascinating city derby.

On the coaching front, former Fiorentina midfielder and manager Alberto Aquilani, now at Catanzaro in Serie B, faces a career crossroads. Clubs like Sassuolo and Verona have expressed interest in his profile. A move to Serie A—possibly influenced by Fiorentina’s staff changes—could mark a significant step in his managerial career after a successful stint in Calabria.

As the season nears its climax, Serie A remains packed with intrigue—from the title race to relegation battles and European qualification. Meanwhile, Italian women’s football shows vitality, with Como leading the charge. Teams are already strategizing to manage suspensions and absences in the next round. As always, the spectacle is guaranteed.