The 10th matchday of the 2025/26 Serie A season is set to be a defining chapter in one of the most competitive Italian campaigns of recent years, marked by surging tension and narrative twists among the top contenders. Napoli, Roma, Milan, Inter, and Juventus are in the thick of a thrilling title race, with only a handful of points separating the leaders, and a number of tactical upheavals, surprising managerial changes, and early-season drama infusing fresh unpredictability into the league. Below is a comprehensive, in-depth blog covering all the key storylines, tactical developments, fixtures, player form, and expert predictions you need to explore the rising tension of Serie A as matchday 10 unfolds. The Table at Boiling Point After nine rounds and a busy midweek schedule, Napoli lead the way at the top, determined to defend their crown and maintain their momentum from last season’s dramatic title win. Only goal difference separates them from Roma, whose resurgence under Gian Piero...
With only a week left in the January transfer window, clubs are trying to obtain new signings before the deadline. Who might be the busiest clubs as the deadline approaches? We looked at five Premier League clubs that sorely need new players before the window closes. Arsenal – Forward Arsenal's refusal to sign a forward in the summer has been used as a stick to beat them with after each disappointing performance this season. The Gunners have remained a powerful set-piece threat and a solid defensive unit, but the absence of a standout goalscorer has been noticeable. Mikel Arteta has kept Kai Havertz as his central forward, despite the fact that Gabriel Jesus and Bukayo Saka's injuries have decreased his team's remaining goal threat. Six teams, including Brentford and Fulham, have scored more open-play goals than Arsenal, indicating a lack of inventiveness and ruthless touch. Arsenal have little room for error in the latter stages of the season, trailing leaders Liverpoo...