Verona emerged victorious with a goal in Zona Cesarini in a fast-paced contest with Empoli. The Scaligeri extended their positive streak under Igor Tudor. They leapfrogged Bologna to move to the ninth position, two points below Juventus.
Inter director Piero Ausilio praised the squad for the gritty win over Napoli: “The game could not have gone any better. We run into some troubles at the end. However, overcoming difficulties is in our DNA. Struggling a little is fine if it ultimately leads to great success."
Juventus will try to defend their top spot in the group against Chelsea tomorrow. Massimiliano Allegri discussed the match: “We will face a team that is leading Premier League and won the Champions League last season. It will be an important test for us."
Renato Sanches has become one of the main candidates to eventually replace Franck Kessié in the Milan midfield. The Lille star did not shy away from the rumors. He stated that he would be open to transferring in January and praised the Rossoneri in an interview.
Victor Osimhen suffered multiple compound orbital and cheekbone fractures in the Inter clash. The striker collided with Milan Skriniar in the air and subbed off early in the second half. He was immediately taken to a local hospital, where he spent the night. He will soon undergo surgery.
Another strong matchday for Serie A coming off of an international break. The Round 13 features Lazio-Juventus and Fiorentina-Milan in the Saturday slate. The high point will be the clash between Inter and Napoli. Andriy Shevchenko will debut against Roma.
Teenage sensation Felix Afena-Gyan notched up a late brace to catapult Roma to a crucial 2-0 win away to Genoa on Sunday night. The 18-year-old joined the fray as Jose Mourinho's wild card and spoiled Andriy Shevchenko's managerial debut in Serie A with a breathtaking, match-winning performance.