Serie A round 1: Draws dominate matchday one as top teams prepare for high-stake encounters

Serie A round 1: Draws dominate matchday one as top teams prepare for high-stake encounters

Eric Munene 13:33 - 20.08.2024

Matchday one of Serie A had more draws than won or lost matches as the top teams look forward to thrilling clashes this weekend.

The opening round of Serie A’s 2024-2025 season saw an unusual number of drawn matches, leaving fans and analysts alike eagerly speculating about the implications for the season ahead.

Of the ten fixtures played, a striking five ended in draws, signaling a potentially competitive and unpredictable campaign.

In Round 1, two notable games ended without a victor. The match between Cagliari and AS Roma saw both teams fail to break the deadlock, ending 0-0, while Empoli and Monza also shared the spoils with a 0-0 draw.

Furthermore, Torino and AC Milan played to a 2-2 stalemate, with both sides struggling to secure full points despite strong performances.

In contrast, the games that did feature wins offered a glimpse of the attacking prowess and potential of various teams.

Juventus opened their campaign with a convincing 3-0 victory over Como, while Verona showcased their strength with a shock 3-0 win against Napoli.

Lazio managed a 3-1 victory over Venezia, and Bologna edged out Udinese with a 1-1 draw, albeit showing signs of strong future performances.

Looking ahead, Serie A fans have several highly anticipated matches to look forward to in Round 2.

AC Milan will travel to Parma on Friday, looking to bounce back from their draw against Torino. Inter Milan, fresh from their 2-2 draw against Genoa, will host Lecce, hoping to secure their first win of the season.

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Napoli will clash with Bologna on August 25, seeking to restore their winning momentum. Juventus will face Verona the next day, aiming to build on their strong start.

With several top teams still finding their rhythm, Round 2 could be the turning point where strategies solidify and contenders emerge more clearly. Let's brace for an exciting season ahead, as Serie A continues to deliver thrilling football.

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