Predictions for the 37th round of Serie A, May 17
This preview compiles predictions for the matches of the 37th round of the Italian championship. You can view all football predictions in the football section, and the full list of predictions for the Italian championship - on the Serie A Predictions page. Despite the fact that there are only two weekends left until the end of the season, there is still plenty of intrigue. The fierce battle for a Champions League spot continues: the teams from third to sixth place are separated by only three points. An equally heated battle is taking place at the bottom of the table: Cremonese and Lecce are doing everything they can to retain their elite status for the next season. This weekend promises to be far from boring.
Genoa vs Milan
Just a month ago, Milan was fighting for the championship and confidently held a top-3 position, but in April-May, they won only one Serie A match, earning just four points in six rounds. Due to such a disastrous stretch, Rossoneri risk missing out on the Champions League, so they need to perform confidently in the last two rounds. But motivation alone won't salvage the season. Moreover, Genoa is not the most convenient opponent: the team plays decently in defense and hasn't conceded in the last two matches. Therefore, the upcoming match could turn out to be low-scoring.
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Bet: Total Under 2.5 goals
Roma vs Lazio
The Roman derby is the highlight of the 37th round of Serie A. Matches between these rivals are almost always fiery, but the teams are having completely different seasons: while Wolves are fighting for a Champions League spot, Eagles are in the middle of the table without any tournament tasks. Moreover, Roma had a strong performance in recent matches, overturning the game against Parma (3:2) in stoppage time, which should certainly boost their confidence ahead of the derby. In such a situation, the hosts must take three points.
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Bet: Roma win
Como vs Parma
Although Como is only in sixth place, the team still has a chance to make it to the Champions League. They are only two points behind the coveted fourth place, so Larians need to get the maximum points in the remaining two rounds and wait for their direct competitors to slip up. In the upcoming match, Como will play against Parma, which has already solved the main tasks and is essentially finishing the season without any particular motivation. Therefore, we expect a confident victory for the hosts.
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Bet: Como win with a handicap (-1.5)
Pisa vs Napoli
Lately, Napoli has been lacking consistency. It would seem that the January-February period, when the team rarely won, is long behind, but now the Neapolitans have started a new decline: only one victory in the last five rounds, which gradually begins to undermine their position in the top-4. However, the situation is not as alarming as it is for, say, Milan. Napoli is second and has a three-point lead over the fifth place. Moreover, in the upcoming match, Partenopei will play against Pisa – the worst team of the current Serie A season, which loses one match after another. The hosts are unlikely to be able to put up a serious fight against the Neapolitans.
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Bet: Napoli win with a handicap (-1)
Juventus vs Fiorentina
Before the start of the season, Juventus' main task was to qualify for the Champions League. It is not yet resolved, but the Turin team is close to the goal: the Old Lady needs to beat Fiorentina at home, and then win away against Torino. The opponents do not seem invincible, and they no longer have serious tournament motivation. Violets, for example, have solved the issue of maintaining their elite status and can calmly resort to rotation. The main thing for Juventus is not to stumble on even ground.
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Bet: Juventus win with a handicap (-1)
Inter vs Verona
Verona is having one of its worst seasons and is simply finishing the championship: the team has no chance of maintaining its elite status. Inter, which became the country's champion ahead of schedule in the 35th round, also has no serious tournament motivation. But Nerazzurri squad is much stronger, so even with possible rotation, the hosts should confidently get past such a Verona. Moreover, Inter will certainly not want to disappoint the fans who will come to the arena to support the champions.
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Bet: Inter win with a handicap (-1.5)
Atalanta vs Bologna
Atalanta and Bologna are completely lacking consistency this season. Both teams are capable of gaining points where they are not expected to, but with the same ease, they can stumble in a match against a weaker opponent. In the previous round, for example, Queen of the Provinces defeated Milan away (3:2), and the "red-blues" coped with Napoli away (3:2). Both sides have certain problems in defense, so the game promises to be interesting.
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Bet: Both Teams To Score (Yes)
Cagliari vs Torino
Torino is just finishing the season without much motivation: the team is already certain not to be relegated, and it also has almost no chance of finishing the championship in the top half of the table. Cagliari could theoretically still be relegated, but too many conditions would have to be met for that to happen. Meanwhile, a draw would be enough for the hosts to officially maintain their elite status for the next season. The Turin team is unlikely to take to the field with "burning" eyes, and the "islanders" simply do not know how to play from a position of strength, plus a 0:0 draw would suit the hosts just fine. There are few arguments in favor of a high-scoring game here.
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Bet: Total Under 2.5 goals
Sassuolo vs Lecce
Sassuolo is having a solid season for a team that just returned to Serie A last summer. Nevertheless, bookmakers do not consider the hosts to be the favorites of the meeting. The logic here is clear: Lecce is fighting for survival, and the guests need points like air. However, Lecce may lack motivation alone, especially since the "black-greens" have been playing fantastically at home lately: five victories in six matches on their field.
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Bet: Sassuolo will not lose
Udinese vs Cremonese
Cremonese is approaching the upcoming confrontation in high spirits. In the previous round, the team demolished Pisa (3:0) and reduced the gap from Lecce to one point. This victory should give the guests confidence. Udinese, on the other hand, is in good form, but the team lacks consistency this season and can drop points in any match, so the game promises to be intriguing.
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Bet: Both Teams Will Score (Yes)
Tour Summary
The 37th round of Serie A will definitely be crucial for the end of the season. With little time left until the end of the championship, every mistake can cost too much - especially for those fighting for the Champions League or trying to maintain their place in the elite. In the upper part of the league table, several teams continue to fight for European places, while at the bottom of the table, Cremonese and Lecce are desperately trying to avoid relegation to Serie B. Under such conditions, even meetings with clear favorites can turn out unpredictably: pressure and accumulated fatigue can seriously affect the course of the game. When analyzing Serie A matches, it is useful to pay attention to the Italian betting sites, to compare lines and odds on Italian championship matches. The 37th round will surely bring not only exciting matches, but also unexpected results.
In the section Weekly predictions, you will always find a complete list of betting tips from the Scores24 editorial team for the most popular football leagues in Europe:
FAQ
Which match will be the highlight of the 37th round of Serie A?
The main match of the 37th round of the Italian championship will be the Roman derby between Roma and Lazio. Games between the capital teams almost always turn out to be fiery, but this season the teams are performing quite differently. Wolves remain in the fight for the Champions League, while Eagles have lost all chances to climb into the European cups through the championship and the Italian Cup.
Which teams continue to compete for the European cups?
So far, only Inter has secured a place in the Champions League. Five teams are vying for the remaining three spots – Napoli, Juventus, Milan, Roma, and Como. Thanks to Inter's victory in the Italian Cup final, Como is guaranteed to play in the Europa League. However, the place in the Conference League could go to the 7th team in Serie A: Atalanta or Bologna.
Where is the highest scoring expected in the 37th round of Serie A?
The Scores24 editorial team anticipates a goal exchange in at least two matches of the round: between Atalanta and Bologna, as well as in the Udinese vs Cremonese game.
Which matches of the round could affect the battle for survival?
Pisa and Verona are definitely being relegated to Serie B. Two teams are fighting for survival in Serie A: Cremonese and Lecce. In the 37th round, the former will play against Udinese, the latter – against Sassuolo.
Which games of the 37th round could potentially have surprises?
According to the editorial team at Scores24, the game between Genoa and Milan could potentially yield surprising results. The Genoese have been playing commendably in defense, not conceding a single goal in their last two matches. It's likely that Milan will have a tough time breaking through the opponent's defense.
Where to view team and player statistics in Serie A?
Statistics, as well as match results and league tables, predictions for all games of the Italian championship are available in the Serie A section on the Scores24 website.
