Serie A optimism rises ahead of the 2026/27 season kickoff
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 10:15 AM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Serie A prepares for the 2026/27 season amid a backdrop of previous disappointments, including a poor World Cup playoff showing and a lackluster European campaign. Despite these struggles, teams like Inter and Napoli have bolstered their rosters, aiming for improved performances in both domestic and international competitions. Inter retained key players and added talent, while Napoli seeks better results after finishing amongst the lowest in their European group last season. Roma returns to the Champions League under Gian Piero Gasperini, and Como looks to build on a successful campaign. The new season starts this weekend as clubs aim to restore Italian football's reputation.
- •Serie A season begins this weekend with renewed hope for recovery.
- •Inter looks to maintain their dominance with key player retention and signings.
- •Napoli aims for better results after finishing poorly in the Champions League.
- •Roma returns to the Champions League with ambitions to excel under Gasperini.
- •Como, following a strong finish last season, looks to challenge for top honors.
- 10:15 AMYahoo Sports — The Case for Optimism Ahead of the 2026/27 Serie A
"Three years ago the promotional arm of Serie A now infamously claimed that “Calcio is back!”, but this past season Italian football arguably fell the farthest it ever has from its illustrious peak...
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