Serie A Matchday 27 preview, betting picks & top odds

The Serie A action continues this weekend with 10 critical matches, including a tantalising clash between Napoli and Juventus. Here are our top soccer betting picks for Matchday 27 of the 2023/24 Serie A season.

Lazio vs AC Milan

Friday, March 1 – 8:45pm CET – Stadio Olimpico

After dropping points in their past two matches, it doesn’t get much easier this weekend for AC Milan as they head to Rome to face Lazio. In a match that promises plenty of excitement, Lazio have the quality to upset Stefano Pioli’s men. However, despite their solid run of form in 2024, they have struggled to beat teams above them on the table, and with AC Milan winning five of the past six between the sides, expect the trend to continue.

Udinese vs Salernitana

Saturday, March 2 – 3pm CET – Bluenergy Stadium

Playing at home this weekend, Udinese have a chance to earn some critical points in the relegation battle against the last-placed Salernitana. In 15th and just three points clear of the drop zone, Udinese have struggled to win matches this season despite showing quality against top sides. In a match between two of the lowest-scoring teams in the Serie A, backing the under is the smart bet.

Monza vs Roma

Saturday, March 2 – 6pm CET – U-Power Stadium

On a run of five matches unbeaten, Monza now find themselves up in 11th spot as they continue to prove the doubters wrong. Hosting a Roma side who have just one loss from their past six games, this match looks set to be a thrilling contest. Keep an eye out for Roma forward Paulo Dybala, who leads the side for goals this season and comes off a match-winning hat-trick on Monday night.

Torino vs Fiorentina

Saturday, March 2 – 8:45pm CET – Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino

Sitting just three points outside the top six, Fiorentina face another tough matchup this weekend as they face Torino. The home side have been excellent defensively this season, but missing the key defensive pair of Alessandro Buongiorno and Matteo Lovato, they have conceded five goals in their past two matches. They have also had consistent struggles offensively, suggesting Fiorentina offer good value as underdogs with the top Serie A betting sites.

Hellas Verona vs Sassuolo

Sunday, March 3 – 12:30pm CET – Stadio Marcantonio Bentegodi

In a critical match for the relegation spots, it’s the 17th-placed Hellas Verona hosting the 18th-placed Sassuolo on Sunday afternoon. With both sides winless in their past six matches, Verona arguably bring the better form after holding Juventus to a draw two weeks ago. Sassuolo, meanwhile, come into this match off a shortened break after their crushing 6-1 defeat to Napoli on Wednesday. At home and holding a much better goal difference, Hellas Verona is the smarter pick.

Empoli vs Cagliari

Sunday, March 3 – 3pm CET – Stadio Carlo Castellani

On a six-match unbeaten streak, Empoli have turned their season around to sit five points clear of the relegation zone. Facing the 19th-placed Cagliari this weekend, they should be expected to continue their excellent form as favourites against a side with just one win from their past 11 games.

Frosinone vs Lecce

Sunday, March 3 – 3pm CET – Stadio Benito Stirpe

With their heartbreaking 3-2 loss to Juventus last weekend, Frosinone showed again why their defence is the worst in the Serie A. Sitting just three points clear of the relegation spots, they have an excellent opportunity to earn vital points as they face the 14th-placed Lecce. Although Frosinone come in as the favourites at home, they have not beaten the visitors in their past six encounters, which suggests that backing the over is a safer bet.

Atalanta vs Bologna

Sunday, March 3 – 6pm CET – Gewiss Stadium

Following a run of 10 matches unbeaten, Atalanta were dealt a reality check on Wednesday night as they went down 4-0 to Inter Milan. Back to business this weekend, they face a massive clash with top-four rivals Bologna. With five wins in a row, the visitors have surprised many this season with an excellent defensive record. However, coming up against one of the top attacking sides in the league, expect this match to be full of action at both ends.

Napoli vs Juventus

Sunday, March 3 – 8:45pm CET – Stadio Diego Armando Maradona

Fresh off a 6-1 victory over Sassuolo midweek, Napoli should be full of confidence as they head into this clash with Juventus. Now 12 points behind the leaders, Juve are under pressure to hold onto second spot with AC Milan right on their tails. Although Napoli have had a disappointing season, they possess plenty of star power, so expect opportunities at both ends of the pitch in a thrilling contest.

Inter Milan vs Genoa

Monday, March 4 – 8:45pm CET – Stadio Guiseppe Meazza

After scoring 16 goals in their past four matches, not much can stop the first-placed Inter Milan right now. As they welcome Genoa on Monday night, it is hard to see much changing with the odds skewed heavily in favour of the home side. As such, look for Serie A top scorer Lautaro Martinez to get on the board once again as he adds to his total of 23 goals this season.

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