Inter Milan could mathematically secure their 21st Serie A title as early as this weekend, depending on results from their rivals. The Nerazzurri, leading by 10 points over Napoli and 12 over AC Milan with four matches remaining, need only to match the results of those two clubs in the upcoming 35th round to be crowned champions. The specific fixture schedule opens the possibility that Inter could win the Scudetto without even taking the pitch on Sunday evening.
According to the match schedule published by Serie A, Napoli will play away at Como on Saturday at 18:00 local time. AC Milan then visit Sassuolo on Sunday at 15:00. Inter's own match, a home fixture against Parma, is not scheduled until Sunday at 20:45. This chronology means the fate of the title could be decided before Simone Inzaghi's side kicks a ball. If both Napoli and Milan lose their respective matches, Inter would be declared champions regardless of their own result against Parma, a scenario Italian media have dubbed the "divano" or "sofa" title win.
Should Napoli win at Como, however, the pressure would immediately shift back to Inter. In that event, only a victory over Parma would secure the title this weekend, as a draw or loss would leave the door mathematically ajar for one more round. The recent 1-1 draw for Milan against Juventus on Monday night eliminated any remaining chance for Inter to clinch the title this past weekend, but it also extended their significant cushion at the summit.
The potential for an early celebration comes after a dominant season from Inter, who have led the table for the vast majority of the campaign. Under Inzaghi, the team has displayed a potent blend of defensive solidity and attacking flair, with players like Federico Dimarco, who recently set a new personal best for assists in a season, and Marcus Thuram proving instrumental. This title would be the club's second in four years, re-establishing them as the preeminent force in Italian football after Juventus's run of nine consecutive championships.
For the chasing pack, the scenario is stark. Napoli, under Antonio Conte, and Milan, led by Max Allegri, have been unable to sustain a consistent challenge. Their failures to capitalize on Inter's rare dropped points, such as the recent comeback draw away at Torino, have sealed their fate. Clinching the title this weekend would allow Inter to focus fully on their upcoming UEFA Champions League commitments, while also providing a moment of celebration for a fanbase that last experienced a Scudetto triumph in 2021.
