Milan, Italy – December 23, 2025 – As the Serie A season progresses past its sixteenth round, the league table presents a fiercely contested landscape, particularly at the top. AC Milan, despite having played one less match than the current leaders, Inter, securely holds the second position, signaling a strong contention for the championship title.
Serie A: Updated Standings After Sixteenth Round
The updated Serie A standings reveal a tight race, with significant implications for both the Scudetto and European qualification. Inter leads the pack with 33 points, closely followed by AC Milan with 32 points. Napoli is not far behind, sitting in third place with 31 points, and Roma rounds out the top four with 30 points, though they have played an additional game compared to Milan.
Key Positions and Points:
- Inter: 33 points
- Milan: 32 points (one game in hand)
- Napoli: 31 points
- Roma: 30 points (one game played more)
- Juventus: 29 points (one game played more)
The density of points among the top teams underscores the competitive nature of this year’s Serie A campaign. Milan’s position is particularly strong given their outstanding fixture, which, if won, could potentially propel them to the top of the league or at least solidify their second-place standing with a comfortable margin.
Mid-Table and Relegation Battles Intensify
Further down the table, the competition remains fierce for European spots and survival in Italy’s top flight. Bologna is currently in sixth place with 25 points, followed closely by Como with 24 points. Lazio, Atalanta, Sassuolo, Udinese, Cremonese, and Torino are all clustered in the mid-table, with several of these teams also having played an additional match, indicating a volatile situation that could change rapidly with upcoming fixtures.
Notable Mid-Table Teams:
- Bologna: 25 points
- Como: 24 points
- Lazio: 23 points (one game played more)
- Atalanta: 22 points (one game played more)
At the bottom of the league, the relegation battle is equally intense. Lecce and Cagliari are precariously placed with 16 and 15 points respectively. Genoa and Parma are tied with 14 points, while Verona has 12 points. Pisa and Fiorentina are currently at the very bottom with 11 and 9 points, both having played an extra game, putting them in a challenging position as the season progresses.
Teams in Relegation Zone:
- Lecce: 16 points
- Cagliari: 15 points (one game played more)
- Genoa: 14 points (one game played more)
- Parma: 14 points
- Verona: 12 points
- Pisa: 11 points (one game played more)
- Fiorentina: 9 points (one game played more)
The upcoming matches, especially those that need to be recovered in January, will be crucial in shaping the final outlook of the Serie A standings. Milan’s performance in their outstanding game will be particularly watched, as it could significantly impact the championship race.
The league continues to promise excitement and drama, with every match holding significant weight for teams across the table, from those vying for the Scudetto to those fighting to avoid relegation.
Source: milannews.it
