As the Serie A season reaches its climax, the battle to avoid relegation intensifies. While the title race and European spots capture much attention, several teams face a nerve-wracking fight for survival in the final round.
The league has scheduled the crucial matches across three days, with relegation-threatened teams playing simultaneously on Sunday evening to ensure fairness. Monza is already confirmed for relegation, but Verona, Parma, Lecce, Empoli and Venezia remain in danger.
If teams finish level on points, a two-legged playoff will determine relegation. For three or more tied teams, head-to-head records become crucial in creating a mini-table to separate them.
Key Scenarios:
Verona (34 points)
– Safe with at least a draw against Empoli
– Could survive with a loss, unless both Empoli and Lecce win
Parma (33 points)
– Safe with a win against Atalanta
– Likely safe with a draw if Lecce and Empoli don`t win
– Could survive with a loss if two of Lecce, Empoli and Venezia fail to win
Lecce (31 points)
– Safe by beating Lazio if Empoli doesn`t win
– Safe with a better result than Empoli if Venezia doesn`t win
Empoli (31 points)
– Safe by beating Verona if Lecce and Venezia don`t win
– Safe with a better result than Lecce if Venezia doesn`t win
Venezia (29 points)
– Needs a win against Juventus and losses by both Lecce and Empoli to have any chance
The Empoli vs Verona match could prove pivotal in determining relegation outcomes. Venezia faces the toughest challenge, needing a victory and favorable results elsewhere to have any hope of survival.
As the final round approaches, tension mounts for these clubs fighting to preserve their Serie A status. The dramatic conclusion to the relegation battle promises to deliver high stakes and emotional moments across Italian football.