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Serie A 2025-26 Schedule, TV Partners, and the Battle for Italy's Crown

28 December 2025

Serie A 2025-26 Schedule, TV Partners, and the Battle for Italy's Crown
Milan leads the early Serie A table as the 2025-26 season kicks off.

Football fans are buzzing as the 2025-2026 Serie A season returns, with giants AC Milan and Inter Milan chasing the crown after Napoli’s triumph last year under Antonio Conte. The campaign promises intense battles across the league, with defending champions Napoli aiming to repeat, while Juventus and Roma aim to close the gap. The landscape looks wide open, and a few shrewd transfers only add to the intrigue.

The league kicked off on August 23, 2025, and matches will be spread across weekends, giving fans plenty of chances to plan weekends around late goals and dramatic stoppage-time twists. The early phase has already shown why Italian football remains as dramatic as ever.

Napoli arrived buoyed by last season’s success, lifting the trophy again under Conte after a fierce title race with Inter. The Nerazzurri hope to translate last season’s heartbreak into a fresh push for glory, while Milan look to defend their status among Europe’s elite. Juventus are rebuilding with an eye on past glories and a return to the summit.

As the season unfolds, fans will watch for the usual power balance, with Roma, Lazio, Atalanta, and Napoli jockeying for position behind the big four. The early table hints at a competitive chase for European spots and domestic bragging rights.

In this feature, we summarize the Serie A 2025-2026 landscape, highlight where to watch, and outline the current standings to help you navigate the drama.

Broadcasting and Channels

STC TV holds the rights to broadcast Serie A 2025-2026 and offers access for a modest fee, roughly 15 Saudi riyals, granting subscribers full coverage of every match. The broadcasts come with Arabic commentary from top commentators, ensuring tense and entertaining action every round.

Fans can tune in via the STC app to catch the action wherever they are, making it convenient for viewers who want to follow every twist while commuting or taking a snack break between goals.

Standings Snapshot and Round 17

As the campaign unfolds, Milan sits at the apex with a strong early points tally, followed by Inter and Juventus in pursuit. Napoli and Roma are also in the mix for European spots, while Lazio, Atalanta, and Bologna show solid form. Several mid-table sides like Parma, Cagliari, Lecce, and Genoa aim for stability and the occasional upset against the big clubs.

Looking ahead to Round 17, expect intriguing fixtures such as Parma vs Fiorentina at Ennio Tardini, Torino vs Cagliari at Olimpico di Torino, Lecce vs Como at Friuli Stadium, and Udinese vs Lazio at Friuli. The schedule continues to highlight weekend fixtures with late kickoffs that keep the adrenaline high. STC TV remains the go-to option for fans following every match.

With this overview, you’ll have a clear sense of the standings and the fixtures that shape the season. Expect drama, drama, and more drama as teams chase tempo, balance, and European qualification. And yes, calendars can be crowded, but football has a knack for turning crowded spaces into sacred turf for fans with a pulse.

Punchline 1: If the season goes on long enough, even my calendar will hire a midfielder to help defend my free time from villains called "napping and snacks."

Punchline 2: My fantasy team is so optimistic it already believes in a trophy, while my kitchen believes in a trophy-shaped cookie cutter for celebratory cookies.

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Michael Whooosh

I am Michael Whooosh, an English sports journalist born in 1986. Passionate about surfing, poetry, and beekeeping, I share my human and sensitive view of sports.

Frequently Asked Questions

When did the 2025-2026 Serie A season begin?

The league kicked off on August 23, 2025, with fixtures continuing through December and beyond.

Who holds the broadcasting rights for Serie A in 2025-2026?

STC TV holds the rights and offers coverage for about 15 SAR per month with Arabic commentary.

Who are the current top contenders in the standings?

Milan leads the early table, followed by Inter and Juventus, with Napoli and Roma also in the mix.

Where can I watch the Round 17 matches?

Round 17 fixtures are shown on STC TV, with match times listed for Saudi Arabia and UAE audiences.