On December 28, 2024, fans of Italian football are treated to several exciting Serie A matches as clubs vie for positions heading toward the end of the year. The standout matchup features Cagliari taking on the defending champions, Inter de Milão, at the Unipol Domus, with kick-off scheduled for 14:00 local time.
The day kicks off with two earlier games: Empoli vs. Genoa and Parma vs. Monza, both set to begin at 11:00, broadcast on Disney+. This early doubleheader sees Empoli, sitting at 11th place with 19 points, hoping for points against the 13th-placed Genoa, which has accumulated 16 points from the season.
Following this, Cagliari will face Inter de Milão. Currently mired in the relegation zone at 18th with only 14 points, Cagliari struggles to find form, missing key player Luvumbo due to injury. Coach Davide Nicola will likely field the team with Sherri; Zappa, Luperto, Palomino; Zortea, Adopo, Makoumbou, Marin, Augello; Viola; Piccoli. Meanwhile, Inter, ranked third with 37 points, seeks to gain ground on Napoli and Atalanta, who are just above them. Absences include their right-back Pavard due to injury, complicate matters as coach Simone Inzaghi prepares his side to maintain pressure on the league leaders.
The highlight of the day occurs later at 16:45, where Lazio hosts Atalanta at the Stadio Olimpico di Roma. Atalanta currently leads the league with 40 points and has shown formidable form, boasting the best attack with 42 goals this season. Lazio, placed fourth with 34 points, aims to close the gap with the leaders and secure their spot for Champions League qualification next season.
These games promise intense action, reflecting the competitive nature of Serie A. Fans can catch all the action on ESPN and Disney+, which will be covering the matches live. The clash between Lazio and Atalanta, especially, will be one to watch, as both teams fight for dominance within the league structure.
Notably, the league continues to see fierce competition, with teams like Napoli also heavily involved on the pitch during this festive football period. The matches scheduled for the day highlight the importance of points on the table as clubs push hard to end the year on high notes.
Below is the complete listing of Serie A matches on December 28:
• Empoli vs. Genoa - 11:00 - Disney+
• Parma vs. Monza - 11:00 - Disney+
• Cagliari vs. Inter de Milão - 14:00 - ESPN and Disney+
• Lazio vs. Atalanta - 16:45 - ESPN and Disney+
For fans wanting the full matchday experience, being aware of broadcast schedules and engaging with peers around these fixtures can amplify their enjoyment.
