In this midweek round of Serie A fixtures, football fans are in for a treat as some thrilling encounters await.
Let’s take a closer look at the matchups and offer our expert predictions.
Cagliari vs. AC Milan (Wednesday, 5.30pm)
The struggling Cagliari, led by Claudio Ranieri, will attempt to secure their first Serie A victory of the season when they face high-flying AC Milan at the Unipol Domus.
With just two points from their last five matches, Cagliari finds themselves second from bottom on the table.
On the other hand, AC Milan occupies second place after winning four out of their five opening matches.
Prediction: Cagliari 0-3 AC Milan
Given Cagliari’s lack of goals and inability to win this season, we expect AC Milan to comfortably secure victory at the Unipol Domus on Wednesday.
Our tipsters also predict an away win.
Empoli vs. Salernitana (Wednesday, 5.30pm)
Bottom-of-the-table Empoli welcomes fellow strugglers Salernitana to the Stadio Carlo Castellani.
Empoli remains without a point or a goal after suffering yet another defeat during their fifth fixture of the league season over the weekend.
Prediction: Empoli 0-0 Salernitana
Despite previous high-scoring encounters, both teams have struggled to find their offensive rhythm this season.
Salernitana has not won against Empoli since the turn of the century.
Although Empoli sits at the bottom of the table, they will aim to secure at least a point from this encounter.
Our tipsters predict a match with under 2.5 goals.
Hellas Verona vs. Atalanta (Wednesday, 5.30pm)
Atalanta BC travels to the Bentegodi Stadium to face Hellas Verona. Both teams are within reach of the European places early in the season, making this midweek clash an exciting one.
Prediction: Hellas Verona 2-2 Atalanta BC
Verona has exceeded expectations this season, particularly due to their strong home performances.
Atalanta has been less impressive away from home, but their attacking approach promises an intriguing encounter.
Our tipsters predict an away win.
Inter Milan vs. Sassuolo (Wednesday, 7.45pm)
Inter Milan, who has had a perfect start to the Serie A season, hosts Sassuolo at San Siro.
Inter has won all five of their matches and currently tops the table, while Sassuolo’s form has been inconsistent, despite their recent upset victory against Juventus.
Prediction: Inter Milan 2-1 Sassuolo
Inter Milan has a formidable record at San Siro, having won 21 out of their last 26 home matches in Serie A.
Even though Sassuolo is riding high after defeating Juve, they are unlikely to disrupt Inter’s winning streak.
Our tipsters predict a home win.
Lazio vs. Torino (Wednesday, 7.45pm)
Lazio, struggling to find their form, welcomes Torino to the Italian capital.
Torino enters this midweek clash with a four-point advantage over Lazio, thanks to their draw against rivals Roma.
Prediction: Lazio 1-1 Torino
Torino has been impressive in their away matches, winning six out of their last eight.
However, Lazio’s manager Juric has a good record against Torino, and the host team is expected to secure a result despite their recent poor form.
Our tipsters predict over 1.5 goals in this match.
Napoli vs. Udinese (Wednesday, 7.45pm)
Reigning champions Napoli, without a win in their last three Serie A matches, host struggling Udinese at Stadio Maradona.
Napoli is under pressure to secure three points at home against winless opponents after a series of disappointing results and internal conflicts.
Prediction: Napoli 1-0 Udinese
Although Napoli is not performing at the same level as last season, they should have enough quality to overcome injury-hit Udinese.
We expect Napoli to claim victory and deny Udinese their first win of the season.
Our tipsters also predict a home win.