The upcoming Serie A season’s calendar has been released, but according to Tuttosport, the next four weeks will be more decisive for Juventus and AC Milan than any fixture list. Both clubs are facing significant challenges ahead of the new campaign, potentially impacting their ability to compete for the Scudetto.
The report highlights Milan’s current state of disarray, lacking both a manager and sporting director as of June 6th. This instability casts doubt on their capacity to mount a serious title challenge, especially given Inter’s continued strength. Juventus, meanwhile, are without a recognized centre-forward and face a difficult transfer market as they attempt to bolster their squad.
Both clubs are also likely to be competing in the Europa League, a factor Tuttosport suggests will significantly complicate their domestic ambitions. The added fixture congestion and travel demands of Thursday night football could disrupt their league form, potentially hindering their pursuit of a Champions League qualification spot. The article posits that success in the Europa League is not merely desirable, but an obligation for both teams.
While Inter, Napoli, Roma, and Como all have their own issues to address, their problems are perceived as less urgent and more manageable than those faced by Juventus and Milan. Como, in particular, is highlighted as a club with a solid project and significant financial backing, potentially positioning them as dark horses in the title race. The focus is shifting toward matches like Inter-Como and Napoli-Roma as potential indicators of the true championship contenders.
The article suggests that if Juventus and Milan fail to make the right moves before the start of pre-season in July, they risk falling behind the competition and battling for a fourth-place finish, with the possibility of even missing out on Champions League qualification altogether. The Europa League is therefore seen as a crucial competition, with both clubs needing to dedicate significant resources to winning it.
