Serie A 2026/27: Inter Favourites in an Open Title Race

Serie A began on 22 August with Inter Milan as defending champions — and few observers calling the race a closed shop.

Napoli, Juventus and AC Milan all refreshed key areas, while coaching changes across mid-table sides make early form hard to read. Tactical variety remains the league’s trademark: patient possession sides will clash with transition-heavy outfits from week one.

After a short post-World Cup turnaround, the opening month may reward squads that managed minutes carefully over those still integrating summer arrivals.

Season-outlook themes from European league return pieces (August 2026).