Serie A Matchday 8: Results, Likely Lineups, and Updates for the 2026-27 Season

The 8th matchday of the 2025-26 Serie A delivers excitement and confirmations. Standout fixtures include Parma vs. Como, Cremonese vs. Atalanta, and a hard-fought Milan-Pisa draw ending 2-2 at Giuseppe Meazza. Attention is also on the updates announced by Lega Calcio for the 2026-27 season, which will kick off on 22-23 August 2026 and conclude on 30 May 2027, featuring significant changes to international break scheduling.

Parma vs. Como: Fabregas Returns to the Bench

At Tardini Stadium, Cuesta’s Parma face Como, led by Cesc Fabregas, who returns to the dugout after a two-match suspension. The Spanish manager commented: "Watching the game from above is much better—you can see and analyze everything more clearly and manage the situation better. What I miss from up there, though, is being closer to the team, having constant dialogue with them during the match. Since we’re a young squad, that aspect is crucial." Kickoff is at 15:00, exclusively on DAZN.

Parma’s likely lineup (3-5-2) features Suzuki in goal and an offensive duo of Cutrone-Pellegrino, while Como (4-2-3-1) rely on Morata as the lone striker, backed by a balanced midfield.

Cremonese vs. Atalanta: Juric Seeks a Win

Cremonese host Atalanta at Zini Stadium (20:45), broadcast on DAZN and Sky Sport. Juric’s Nerazzurri, still unbeaten but struggling to score, aim to break their three-match draw streak. Cremonese’s manager Nicola noted: "Atalanta struggles to score and win? I’d say they’re still unbeaten, and that tells you everything about the opponent we’re facing. I highly respect Juric—he’s continuing the tactical philosophy Gasperini built. Atalanta are competing on multiple fronts with a deep, high-quality squad to handle a packed schedule of league and cup matches..."

Cremonese’s 3-5-2 formation includes Audero in goal and an attacking pair of Vardy-Bonazzoli, while Atalanta will line up in a 3-4-1-2 with Carnesecchi in goal, Scamacca-Lookman up front, and De Ketelaere in support.

Milan vs. Pisa: Late Equalizer by Athekame

At Giuseppe Meazza, Milan struggled to hold their early lead—Rafael Leão’s 7th-minute opener—as Pisa equalized through Cuadrado’s penalty (60’) and Nzola (86’). In stoppage time, Pisa’s goalkeeper Semper made crucial saves, but Athekame’s 93rd-minute strike sealed the 2-2 draw. Milan now sit on 17 points; Pisa earn 4 points in the table. The match was marked by missed chances and the intensity typical of Serie A.

Likely Lineups for Napoli-Inter Ahead of Next Big Clash

Updates on the probable lineups for Napoli vs. Inter (Matchday 8) have emerged. Antonio Conte’s Napoli will be without Meret and Hojlund: Milinković-Savić starts in goal, while Lucca edges out Neres in attack. The manager has also opted for a defensive line with Beukema favored over Juan Jesus, and Gilmour confirmed in midfield.

Meanwhile, Cristian Chivu’s Inter are expected to field a 3-5-2, with Sommer in goal, Acerbi in defense, and a strike partnership of Lautaro Martínez and Bonny (with Thuram absent). Mkhitaryan, Barella, and Acerbi, rested in Belgium, are likely to start.

Official Updates for the 2026-27 Season and Supercoppa Italiana

Lega Calcio has confirmed all key dates for the 2026-27 season. The campaign will begin on the penultimate weekend of August (22-23 August 2026) and end on 30 May 2027. A major change involves international breaks: there will now be only three, with a 16-day autumn pause replacing the previous September and October stops.

For the Supercoppa Italiana, the 2025-26 edition will be held in Saudi Arabia (Riyadh, Al-Awwal Park) from 18-22 December 2025, featuring Napoli, Bologna, Inter, and Milan.