Serie A 2024/2025: Full Analysis of Matchday Fourteen

The Fourteenth Day of Serie A 2024/2025 has provided many emotions, with matches that have reserved twists and unforgettable moments. Here is a detailed analysis of all the results.

Cagliari – Verona: 1-0

All Unipol Domus, Cagliari beat Hellas Verona 1-0 in a hard-fought and balanced match.

Hellas Verona had to face an initial difficulty with the injury of Dani Silva during the warm-up, which forced Zanetti to deploy Belahyane in his place. Despite this, the yellow and blues had a positive approach. Cagliari, lined up with an offensive trident, also became dangerous: Montipo has made decisive interventions on Little ones e Zappa, preventing the Sardinians from breaking the deadlock. On the Verona front, Lazovic e Luvumbo They had good opportunities, but the first half ended goalless, leaving the match in the balance.

In the second half, Verona took to the field with a determined attitude, coming close to taking the lead with a powerful shot from Lazovic that hit the crossbar. However, the change of strategy adopted by Zanetti did not yield the desired results. Cagliari, on the contrary, was able to exploit the changes: happy, who came on in the second half, provided the decisive assist for Little ones, which al 76 ' scored the 1-0 goal. Despite a final assault, the goalkeeper Montipo and the defender Coppola They prevented the Sardinians from doubling their lead, but the guests were unable to rebalance the match.

The victory allows the Sardinians to rise to 14 points in the standings, interrupting a negative streak of five games without success. For Verona, however, the defeat represents a further misstep: it is the third consecutive, with Zanetti's team remaining stuck at 12 points, only two points above the relegation zone. The match confirmed Hellas' difficulties in converting opportunities and maintaining solidity, aspects that will need to be worked on to revive the season.

Como – Monza: 1-1

The Lombard derby between Como and Monza ends with a 1-1 draw at the stadium Sinigaglia, a result that does not satisfy either team, both stuck in the relegation zone.

Como showed themselves to be more incisive in the first half of the match, managing to unlock the result at 36'The goal came thanks to a header from Engelhardt, which, following a corner kick, surpasses Turati with precision on the far post. Despite a timid attempt at reaction by Monza, the team of In this struggles to create dangerous opportunities, ending the first half at a disadvantage.

In the second half, Monza returned to the field with a more aggressive attitude, thanks to the entry of Maldini in place of Given Mota. The key moment comes at the 52': a handball by Nico Paz in the area induces the referee Bags, after a VAR review, to award a penalty. Caprari takes the kick and doesn't miss, bringing the score back to parity at 56 '. With the match balanced again, both teams try to change the cards on the table: Como inserts Verdi e Belotti, while Monza responds with BirindelliThe match remained open until the final moments, with thrilling chances for both teams: at 93 ', Djuric hits the outside post which saves Como, and at 95 ' a header of Belotti he grazes the crossbar, narrowly missing the winning goal.

Como, despite a good first half, let themselves be overtaken and missed the opportunity to move away from the danger zone. Monza, on the other hand, despite avoiding defeat thanks to the penalty of Goats, fails to take advantage of the decisive opportunities. The Larians rise to 11 points, while the Brianza team remains at the same level 10, continuing to navigate dangerous waters.

Milan – Empoli: 3-0

Milan returned to winning ways in the league with a convincing 3-0 win over Empoli.

After an initial phase of study, Milan took control of the game, showing high and effective pressing. The first goal came at 19 ', when Fofana he recovered the ball in the three-quarter line, serving Lion: after a detour of Ismaili, Morata he sent a precise right-footed shot into the corner. The Rossoneri continued to insist, creating other dangerous opportunities with Pulisic e Lion. To the 44 ', Reinders doubled the lead with a well-coordinated finish from the edge of the area, taking advantage of a ball blocked following an aerial duel between Pulisic e IsmailiThe first half ended 2-0 for Milan.

In the second half, Empoli tried to react with a more aggressive attitude and came close to scoring with a powerful shot. Maybe which was printed on the crossbar at 54 '. However, Milan maintained order and control, lowering the tempo of the game to absorb the opponent's pressure. 64 ', the Rossoneri have definitively closed the match: Fofana he recovered the ball and, after a progression of forty meters, served Reinders, who finished on the counterattack for his second personal goal. In the final stages, Empoli failed to create any further real danger, while Milan came close to scoring a fourth goal with camarda, who attempted a spectacular overhead kick.

A neat and quality performance at San Siro allows the team to Fonseca to get closer to Juventus in the standings, breaking a series of two consecutive draws. Empoli, despite causing difficulties for the Rossoneri at times, comes out clearly defeated and without points from a difficult away match.

Bologna – Venice: 3-0

Italiano's Bologna wins a clear 3-0 victory against Venezia.

Bologna started strong and dominated the first minutes, making themselves dangerous with ndoye e OdgaardThe advantage comes to the 21 ' thanks to a penalty: Haps restrains ndoye in the area and, after a brief check, the referee awards the penalty, which the same ndoye transforms by displacing Stankovic. Venezia tries to react by creating two good opportunities: at 25' Nicolussi Ankle, served by Oristanio, almost equalizes with a shot that however fails to hit the target. Shortly after, Northern fire is anticipated at the time of conclusion by MoorBologna returned to the fore at the end of the half, but failed to seriously worry Stankovic.

After the break, Venezia tries to reorganize, but the match soon takes a favorable turn for the home team. 69 ', a foul of Idzes su Dallinga leads to the second penalty for Bologna: Ursu, who had entered shortly before, made it 2-0. Just two minutes later, the same Ursu you need a perfect cross to ndoye, which anticipates Idzes and scored his first brace in Serie A with his head. Venezia felt the blow and struggled to react, creating only one chance at goal.85 ' with Northern fire, whose volley is neutralized by Skorupski. For the rest, Bologna easily controlled the match, taking home a clear and deserved victory.

Bologna, unbeaten at home, dominates at From the Ara thanks to a convincing performance and a brace from ndoye, supported by the penalty converted by UrsuFor Venezia, however, this is the third consecutive defeat, with the relegation zone becoming more and more of a problem.

Udinese – Genoa: 0-2

Genoa secured their first win under Vieira, beating Udinese 2-0 at the Stadio Olimpico Blueenergy Stadium.

The match immediately becomes uphill for Udinese: 4 ', Touré commits a naive foul by hitting Zanoli with an elbow. The referee, after reviewing the incident at the VAR, shows the red card. Genoa immediately takes advantage of their numerical superiority and takes the lead at 13 ': a shot of badelj deviated from Ekkelenkamp becomes a perfect assist for Pinamonti, who scores a few steps from the goal. Despite the numerical inferiority, Udinese tries to react, but the attacks do not create real dangers for Wings. To the 25 ', the hosts are still at risk, but Giannetti miraculously saves. The first half ends with Genoa in control.

In the second half, the rossoblù controlled the game and came close to doubling the score several times, which finally came at 67 '. Zanoli he sprints down the wing and sends a cross into the area which is deflected by the unfortunate Giannetti, author of an own goal that virtually closed the match. With the result safe, Scallop inserts Balotelli, who becomes dangerous with a deflected shot and a poorly kicked free kick due to a slide. Genoa manages the final minutes without difficulty, while Udinese suffers the boos of the home crowd.

The rossoblù take advantage of a series of errors by Friuli to obtain three precious points that take them to 14 in the standings, out of the relegation zone. Udinese, on the other hand, remains at 1. 17 and sees its situation worsen further, with only one point collected in the last five matches.

Parma – Lazio: 3-1

Parma ended Lazio's five-game winning streak with a 3-1 win at Tardini.

The match starts immediately with great emotions. At 2', rovella scores a goal from outside the area, but VAR disallows it for a previous foul committed on Haj Mohammad. This episode seems to destabilize the Biancocelesti and, a few minutes later, an error by the same rovella becomes fatal: to 6 ', a bad pass from him triggers Man, who signs the 1-0 for Parma. The hosts exploit the enthusiasm and close with order, trying to strike on the counterattack with the speed of the wingers. Lazio, despite the disadvantage, responds with determination and creates several scoring opportunities, but the decisive saves of Balogh e Valeri, prevent the equaliser. The first half ends with Parma ahead, showing defensive solidity and concreteness.

In the second half, Parma entered the field with aggression and high pressing, immediately finding the double at 48'. Crazy loses the ball on the way out, allowing Carpenter to lead a perfect counterattack and serve Haj Mohammad. The young Tunisian scored his first goal in Serie A, becoming the second youngest foreigner to score for Parma. Lazio reacted and managed to reopen the match at 75 ': an error of Valeri in the area he gives the ball to Castilians, who doesn't miss and closes the gap. At 2-1, the Biancocelesti increase the pressure and pour into attack in search of the equaliser. However, this strategy leaves room for the opposition's counterattacks, and Parma takes advantage of this to close the match in injury time. At89 ', DelpratoLaunched by Carpenter in a quick restart, he finds himself alone in front of Provedel and scored the goal for the final 3-1, extinguishing Lazio's hopes.

In a game full of emotions, the dukes exploit the opponents' mistakes and show compactness and cynicism. Lazio, despite creating numerous occasions, pays dearly for defensive lapses and a lack of concreteness in front of goal. A setback that interrupts the positive streak and offers food for thought to Sarri to improve the management of key moments.

Turin – Naples: 0-1

Napoli consolidates first place in the standings by beating Torino 1-0 at the stadium Olimpico Grande Torino.

The match starts with Torino coming close to scoring 4 ': a header of Adams on cross by Gineitis only gives the illusion of an advantage. The occasion shakes Napoli, who gradually enters the game creating dangers with Lukaku e kvaratskheliaNapoli's domination materializes at 31 ', when Anguissa serves Fourth, who with a dribble penetrates between Linetty e Pedersen, finding McTominay. The Scotsman finishes with his left foot, beating the Torino goalkeeper for 0-1. Torino reacts immediately, but 37' Coco wastes a great opportunity. The first half ends with Napoli managing possession to avoid further risks.

In the second half, vanilla immediately make a change, replacing Pedersen with Lazaro, while Tale confirms the starting eleven. Torino starts with a more proactive attitude, but struggles to find spaces against the Neapolitan defense; seeks new energy with the entry of Njie e vlasic, but continues to crash against the solidity of Napoli. In the final, Napoli almost doubles the score: Simeon located Milinkovic-Savic be careful, while a network of Neres is cancelled for offside. Despite Torino's attempts, the result remains unchanged, and at the final whistle Napoli can celebrate another victory.

The goal was decisive McTominay al 31 ', in an intense match in which the men of Tale they were able to capitalize on their chances and resist the attempts of the Granata. For Torino, despite a good organization, the lack of precision in front of goal is fatal. Napoli comes out of the challenge with further certainties and maintains the lead alone.

Fiorentina – Inter: SUSPENDED

The Fiorentina-Inter match, interrupted at the 17th minute because of Edoardo Bove's illness, will be recovered starting from the moment of interruption, with the 0-0 score and 73 minutes left to playThe suspension came after the shock of the players and spectators, while the young midfielder was being rescued and transported at the Careggi hospital in Florence. Fortunately, Bove was extubated and he did not suffer any neurological or cardiac damage, bringing a sigh of relief to the football world.

Recovery is expected for February, with the dates of the 12 e 19 as the most likely hypotheses, pending confirmation related to the European commitments of Fiorentina and Inter. If both teams were to qualify directly for the round of 16 Champions League e Conference League, avoiding the February playoffs, these dates could be feasible. Otherwise, with possible play-offs scheduled in the same weeks, it would be necessary to find another solution. Furthermore, the busy schedule of commitments, which includes the Coppa Italia , Supercoppa Italiana, makes it difficult to find a placement before February.

According to the regulation, the match will be resumed from the exact minute of the interruption, with the coaches authorized to use only the players registered at the time of the suspension, including those injured at the time, but not the new signings from the January market. Players sent off or suspended will not be allowed on the pitch. Since there were no substitutions or cards shown before the stoppage, the initial situation is clear.

Lecce – Juventus: 1-1

Juventus suffered a 1-1 draw against Lecce, slowing down their run in the standings and slipping to -6 from league leaders Napoli.

Juventus started with an aggressive approach and controlled possession, but their first big chances hit the posts: first it was Thuram, then conceptionThe black and whites continue to push and find the goal with Weah, but the referee disallows the play for offside Locatelli in the previous action. Despite territorial domination, Juve struggles to find space due to Lecce's excellent defensive organization. The first half ends with the Bianconeri in control but unable to unlock the game.

The second half opens without changes but with Lecce more enterprising, capable of creating dangers on the counterattack. Juventus, while maintaining possession, appears not very incisive and leaves room for the opponents to counterattack. The match is unlocked at 68 ': Cambiaso He picks up the ball on the edge of the area and shoots with his left foot, finding a deflection Gaspar how surprising Falcone and brings Juve to 1-0. The goal forces Giampaolo to change the setup: they enter Kaba e Rebic, and Lecce becomes even more offensive in the last quarter of an hour. With Lecce chasing the equalizer, Juventus finds itself under pressure. Perin saves the black and whites on a close-range header, while Locatelli he sacrifices himself in a dangerous attempt to Kristovic. However, at the 93 ', Lecce finds the deserved draw: Kristovic he breaks free on the right and serves a perfect low cross for Rebic, which beats Perin and sets the result at 1-1.

Al Street of the Sea, the draw leaves a bitter taste for Juventus, who pay for their lack of precision in front of goal and a less than lucid defensive management in the final. For Lecce, however, it is a precious point obtained with grit and determination, confirming their growth under the guidance of Giampaolo.

Rome – Atalanta: 0-2

Atalanta continued their extraordinary streak with an eighth consecutive league win, beating Roma 2-0 at the Olimpico.

The match opens with a high pace and with the Giallorossi particularly proactive. Roma dominates the first minutes, putting Atalanta in difficulty with an aggressive and offensive attitude. Atalanta manages to shake up only around the half hour mark, when Ederson fishery The Ketelaere in the area, but the Belgian striker's header finds an attentive Silker. Despite the balance on the field, the first half ends without goals and with little emotion.

The second half opens with another great chance for Roma, but the Atalanta goalkeeper is good and reactive in coming out. Gasperini responds to a subdued performance from his team by changing the face of the attack: out Retegui, inside Samardzic, Zaniolo e Brescianini to give more dynamism and quality. The game is unlocked at 69 ', when DeRoon He picks up the ball on the edge of the area and shoots with a flat shot: the shot, initially harmless, finds a decisive deflection by Celik, how surprising Silker and gives the Nerazzurri the lead. Roma reacts immediately, creating a great opportunity with Mancini al 76 ', but the defender fails to coordinate himself to conclude from close range. The Giallorossi, short of energy, slow down towards the end and suffer the knockout blow at the89 '. On a corner kick taken by Square, Zaniolo takes the lead and, thanks to a deflection of Mancini, scores the goal for the final 2-0.

Thanks to this success, the Nerazzurri of Gasperini, absent due to suspension, remain just one point behind league leaders Napoli. Roma, despite a good performance, suffers their second consecutive defeat under the guidance of Ranieri and remains just two points above the relegation zone.