Serie A Matchday 15 betting preview, free picks & best odds

Another stirring weekend beckons in Serie A 2024-25, with the top five teams separated by only four points. Here are our free soccer betting picks for Matchday 15 of Italy’s top division.

Inter Milan v Parma

Friday, December 6 – 6:30pm CET – Giuseppe Meazza Stadium

With a game in hand after last Sunday’s match with Fiorentina was abandoned, third-placed Inter will be eager to solidify their Scudetto defence when they host Parma, who moved to 11th following their surprise win over Lazio. Lautaro Martinez struck in his last game against Parma, and online bookmakers are paying -138.89 for the Inter forward to score at any time.

Atalanta v AC Milan

Friday, December 6 – 8:45pm CET – Gewiss Stadium

One point behind leaders Napoli, second-placed Atalanta will be looking to advance their title hopes when they host Milan, who are seventh after their 3-0 win over Empoli. Unbeaten in their last two home games against the Rossoneri, expect Atalanta to cruise to their ninth consecutive win in the Serie A.

Genoa v Torino

Saturday, December 7 – 3pm CET – Luigi Ferraris Stadium

Genoa clawed their way up to 14th place with a 2-0 win over Udinese last weekend, while Torino slipped to 12th following their 1-0 defeat to Napoli. Bolstered by the arrival of new manager Patrick Vieira, expect the hosts to win for the second week running.

Juventus v Bologna

Saturday, December 7 – 6pm CET – Juventus Stadium

After hitting a snag with draws against Milan and Lecce, sixth-placed Juventus will be aiming to boost their title credentials against the in-form Bologna. Given that these two sides have shared the spoils in their last three meetings, another draw is probable.

AS Roma v Lecce

Saturday, December 7 – 8:45pm CET – Stadio Olimpico

Lecce are 16th on the Serie A table, while Roma a position higher despite losing their last four games. Back Claudio Ranieri’s men to return to winning ways against their defensively frail opponents.

Fiorentina v Cagliari

Sunday, December 8 – 12:30pm CET – Stadio Artemio Franchi

Fourth-placed Fiorentina will be keen on strengthening their position in the title race when they host Cagliari, who moved to 13th following their 1-0 win over Verona. Expect the Viola — who beat Cagliari both home and away last season — to extend their seven-game winning streak.

Hellas Verona v Empoli

Sunday, December 8 – 3pm CET – Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi

Verona are 17th on the table with 12 points, while Empoli are seven places higher with 16 points. Beaten in their last two meetings, Empoli could struggle once more against their well-rested hosts.

Venezia v Como

Sunday, December 8 – 6pm CET – Stadio Pier Luigi Penzo

Venezia are at the foot of the table with eight points, while Como are third from bottom with 11 points. Although these newly promoted sides have struggled this season, Como have shown more signs of life lately and will be eager to clinch their first win since Matchday 6.

Napoli v Lazio

Sunday, December 8 – 8:45pm CET – Diego Armando Maradona Stadium

Having thrashed Napoli 3-1 in the Coppa Italia on Thursday, Lazio will fancy their chances when they face the league leaders again this weekend. Expect to see plenty of goalmouth action in this high-profile rematch.

AC Monza v Udinese

Monday, December 9 – 8:45pm CET – U-Power Stadium

Monza are second from bottom after securing one win from their opening 14 games, while Udinese are ninth despite being winless in their last five outings. These two sides shared the points in both meetings last season, and they could do so once again.

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