With Roma winning 3-1, Inter Milan 1-0 & Milan 3-0 & Napoli 2-0, the latest Serie A standings have been released.

On December 30th Beijing time, the 17th round of Serie A wrapped up. In key games, Milan dominated with a 3-0 victory over the weak Verona side, newly promoted Cremonese fell 0-2 to reigning champions Napoli, Atalanta was narrowly beaten 0-1 by Inter Milan, and Roma easily defeated Genoa 3-1. Consequently, the latest standings have Inter Milan leading by one point, Milan second, Napoli third, and Roma fourth. The top four are separated by just three points, the top three by one point, and the top five by four points, making the race for the title and Champions League spots intensely competitive and full of suspense!

Milan versus Verona. Milan has shown generosity to weaker teams this season, and facing relegation-threatened Verona at home brought considerable pressure. As expected, their first half was lackluster, barely managing a goal in stoppage time. However, in the second half, Nkunku exploded with a brace, leading Milan to a commanding 3-0 clean sheet victory, securing all three points and solidifying their second place!

Cremonese versus Napoli. Newly promoted Cremonese have struggled recently, failing to win in two matches. Facing defending champions Napoli, they were ruthlessly overwhelmed as Napoli launched relentless attacks. Thanks to Højlund’s brace, Napoli secured a neat 2-0 shutout, handing Cremonese their third consecutive winless game while climbing to third place!

Atalanta versus Inter Milan. Against a strong Atalanta side on a two-game winning streak, this match held little suspense. Although Inter had a goal disallowed in the first half, Lautaro’s strike secured a 1-0 clean sheet, earning a cost-effective three points and maintaining their top position!

Roma versus Genoa. Playing at home, Roma launched a very sharp attack, performing efficiently in the first half with a flurry of goals. Within 17 minutes, three players combined to score three goals, effectively dismantling Genoa. In the second half, Roma’s pressure eased while Genoa countered, making a substitution that paid off with a late goal from a substitute to avoid a shutout. Ultimately, Roma triumphed 3-1, claiming all three points and jumping into the top four, overtaking Juventus!

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