With two games remaining in the 2024-25 Serie A season, there`s a real possibility of a title-deciding play-off match between Inter and Napoli. However, this scenario could complicate Inter`s preparations for their Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain on May 31.
Napoli currently holds a slim one-point lead over Inter. If the teams finish level on points, a play-off will determine the champion. This situation would likely necessitate changes to the league schedule to accommodate both the play-off and Inter`s European final.
Scenarios for a Potential Serie A Play-off
Several outcomes could lead to a play-off:
- If Napoli wins one and loses one, while Inter wins one and draws one
- If Napoli draws both matches, and Inter earns three points
- If Napoli loses both games, and Inter draws one and loses one
Proposed Schedule Changes
To resolve the potential conflict, reports suggest that the final round of Serie A matches could be moved forward to May 21 or 22. This would allow for a potential play-off to take place on May 25 or 26, giving Inter nearly a week to prepare for their Champions League final.
The Champions League final date of May 31 remains fixed, putting the onus on Serie A to adjust its schedule if necessary. This situation highlights the challenges of balancing domestic and European competitions as the season reaches its climax.