Overview
- Lazio defeated Juventus 3-0 at the Allianz Stadium on Sunday with goals from Provstgaard, Isaksen and Dele‑Bashiru, giving the club six wins in seven matches and putting them level with Inter at the top of Serie A.
- Luciano Spalletti publicly criticised his players after the defeat, saying Juventus showed no rhythm, few ideas and limited effort and that several attitudes in the squad 'did not please' him.
- Napoli remain in a deep run of poor form under Massimiliano Allegri, having lost five of their first nine matches and showing worsening defensive expected-goals (xG) numbers that have fuelled fan anger.
- Lecce beat Udinese 3-0, inflicting Udinese's fifth straight league loss and leaving coach Kosta Runjaic widely reported to be at risk of dismissal.
- Officiating and VAR disputes continue to inflame managers, with Maurizio Sarri accusing referees of inconsistent reviews after Atalanta's 3-2 loss at Milan, a theme that is adding pressure on several coaches and clubs.