Inter Milan prepares for Serie A title defense against revamped rivals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 2:30 AM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Inter Milan begins its Serie A title defense on Saturday as the reigning champions aim to secure their third league title in four seasons. The club has seen substantial changes in its roster, with new signings like Josep Martinez, Died Spence, and John Stones joining the squad, while veteran players such as Francesco Acerbi and Denzel Dumfries have departed. AC Milan, under new coach Ruben Amorim, seeks to improve after a fifth-place finish last season, highlighted by the signing of Goncalo Ramos. Napoli and Juventus also enter the campaign with new management and expectations of a top-four finish, while Roma and Como aim to capitalize on potential struggles from the traditional powerhouses.
- •Inter Milan seeks third title in four seasons as Serie A starts.
- •Josep Martinez and John Stones are key new signings for Inter.
- •Milan has appointed Ruben Amorim and signed Goncalo Ramos.
- •Juventus and Napoli have new management aiming for top-four finishes.
- •Roma and Como look to exploit rivals' potential struggles.
- 2:30 AMYahoo Sports — Inter set for Serie A title defence as Milan get Amorim reboot
"Inter Milan begin their Serie A title defence on Saturday as clear favourites to retain the Scudetto, but the reigning champions have undergone significant changes since completing a league and Italian Cup double in May.Conte's successor, Massimiliano Allegri, boasts six Serie A titles with Juventus and Milan.
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