Serie A Matchday 12 video highlights

Serie A Matchday 12 was packed with thrilling moments, as the Italian league delivered yet another round of intense action, dazzling goals, and unexpected upsets. The weekend’s fixtures saw some of the top teams push their limits, while the underdogs brought relentless competition, keeping fans on the edge of their seats. From the skillful playmakers to unstoppable forwards, each match showcased the essence of Italian football, mixing tactical finesse with raw passion. Here’s a recap of the standout performances, critical plays, and breathtaking goals that defined Matchday 12, shedding light on the moments that made this round unforgettable.

Serie A Matchday 12 Results

Genoa 1-1 Como

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• Genoa is unbeaten in four home matches against Como in Serie A (3 wins, 1 draw) and has always scored at least one goal. Como are team that has conceded the most goals in the last 15 minutes of play this term.
• Nico Paz created eight goal-scoring opportunities for his teammates in the match against Genoa, setting a personal best for a single Serie A match and a new record for the current Serie A season.
• Nico Paz has provided three assists in Serie A. Only Lamine Yamal from Barcelona (seven) and Joao Neves from PSG (four) are younger than the Argentine among players with at least three assists in the top five European leagues this season.

Venezia 1-2 Parma

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• Venezia has not won any of their seven Serie A games against Parma(2D, 5L): against no other team has the Lagunari played more games without achieving any success in Serie A (seven, level with Hellas Verona).
• Venezia is the sixth team against whom Parma has remained unbeaten in each of their first seven matches against a single opponent in Serie A, behind only Bari, Bologna, Cremonese, Fiorentina, and Siena.
• Parma has won their last five matches against Venezia in Serie A: against no other team does the Ducali have a greater open streak of success in the competition (five in fact, level with Padova).

Juventus 2-0 Torino

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• Full-time at Allianz Stadium, and Juventus comfortably secure what could be one of their easiest wins of the Serie A season. With this result, they maintain their unbeaten streak through 12 matches, the only team in Serie A to have done so this season.
• The match started at a steady pace, with neither team creating much in the way of clear chances. But when the first real opportunity arose, Juventus capitalized. A shot from the left side of the box was only partially saved by Milinkovic-Savic, pushing the ball straight into the path of Timothy Weah, who tapped it into the open net. The American international was already celebrating as the ball crossed the line, putting Juventus 1-0 up, which remained the score at halftime.
• The second half saw much of the same, with limited opportunities for both sides. The derby-day atmosphere added intensity, as fouls and physical challenges were frequent. Juventus attempted a few speculative shots from distance, but they led to little trouble for Torino’s defense.
• In the 84th minute, however, Juventus sealed their victory. Conceicao delivered a precise cross to Yildiz at the far post, and the young talent found space to head home Juventus’ second goal past Milinkovic-Savic, ensuring the points for the home side. Juventus registered a total xG of 1.82, significantly higher than Torino’s 0.41, reflecting their dominance over the 90 minutes. This win moves Juventus up to third place in Serie A.

Fiorentina 3-1 Verona

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• Moise Kean achieved his first career hat-trick in a top European league today, with an impressive performance against Hellas Verona.
• Kean also set a personal record by scoring his quickest goal in a Serie A match, finding the net at the 3:30 mark against Verona.
• With this performance, he reached a new season-high for goal involvement in Serie A, tallying nine contributions—eight goals and one assist. Additionally, Hellas Verona now stands as his favorite opponent in Italy’s top division, as he’s scored five goals against them.

Monza 0-1 Lazio

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• Lazio has surpassed the 3,500-point mark in Serie A, marking a significant milestone in their league history.
• This season, Lazio has secured 8 wins in Serie A. Only during the 2017/18 season did they record more victories (9) within their first 12 matches in Italy’s top league.
• Since the start of the 2021/22 season, Mattia Zaccagni (26 goals and 14 assists) is one of only two Italian players—alongside Domenico Berardi—to achieve more than 25 goals and over 10 assists in Serie A.

Lecce 1-1 Empoli

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• Empoli has found the net in each of their opening six away games of a series A season for the first time in their history.
• Lecce are unbeaten in four of their last five home games in Serie A (W2D2), after having lost their three previous home league matches.
• Pietro Pellegri has scored in each of his last two Serie A appearances as many times as in his previous 39 games in the competition.

Cagliari 3-3 Milan

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• In a thrilling match filled with twists and turns, Cagliari and Milan ended up sharing the points in an exciting 3-3 draw at the Unipol Domus. The home team couldn’t have asked for a better start, as Zortea scored with a volley off a corner in under two minutes. Milan, however, managed to turn the game around before half-time, with Leão netting twice to give the Rossoneri a 2-1 lead at the break. Cagliari did find the back of the net twice more during the half, but both goals were disallowed for offside.
• Just eight minutes into the second half, Zappa capitalized on a misplaced back pass from Fofana to bring Cagliari level. Milan responded swiftly, with substitute Abraham finding the net just three minutes after coming on in the 69th minute, restoring Milan’s one-goal advantage. However, their lead wouldn’t last, as Zappa struck again with a powerful volley that left Maignan helpless just before stoppage time, securing a well-earned point for Cagliari.
• Despite finding the net three times, Cagliari’s xG stood at 1.59 compared to Milan’s 3.2. This hard-fought draw leaves Cagliari looking forward to their next match against Genoa on November 24, while Milan will aim to regain momentum in their key clash against Juventus on November 23.

Atalanta 2-1 Udinese

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• Atalanta have scored at least two goals in each of their last 11 home league games, the best run since 2020 in Serie A (11 for Napoli in that case).
• Atalanta has scored 31 goals in this championship, the last team to score so many after as many Serie A matches was Juventus (35). Napoli and Lazio (32)in 2017/18.
• Raoul Bellanova has provided nine assists since the start of last season, no Italian player has provided as many in this period.

Roma 2-3 Bologna

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Inter 1-1 Napoli

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• Inter and Napoli ended with a 1-1 draw at San Siro, splitting the points in this Serie A clash. Conte’s side managed to open the scoring in the first half, generating 0.59 xG overall. Scott McTominay found the back of the net, reacting quickly inside the six-yard box to tap home a loose ball from a corner.
• Inter, who had a stronger showing with 1.53 xG, responded before halftime. Hakan Çalhanoğlu produced a stunning goal, unleashing a long-range strike that dipped perfectly into the top corner, leaving Meret with no chance. The sides went into the break level at 1-1, but Inter appeared more dangerous as the second half began.
• Inzaghi’s men had a golden opportunity to secure all three points when they were awarded a penalty, yet Çalhanoğlu’s shot from the spot hit the post, leaving the game tied. Despite efforts from both teams, the match ended at 1-1. Inter will now prepare for an away fixture against Verona next week, while Napoli will host Roma on Sunday. That’s all for now—until next time!

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Conclusion

As the dust settles on Matchday 12, Serie A fans are left with plenty to reflect on and even more to anticipate. The league table continues to shift as teams battle for dominance, striving to strengthen their positions for European qualification and survival from relegation. The fierce rivalries and emerging talents are a testament to the enduring allure of Italian football. With each game bringing something new and exciting, Serie A is primed for a gripping season that keeps fans around the world eagerly awaiting the next round of action.