Predictions for the Upcoming 2024-25 Serie A Season
As the new season approaches, the SempreMilan writers are ready to make their bold predictions for the upcoming campaign.
The 2024-25 season proved challenging to predict, highlighted by the fact that none of the staff foresaw Napoli’s resurgence to win the league or Milan experiencing one of its poorest seasons, finishing eighth.
This year’s predictions might be even more complex due to significant team changes. Only Napoli, Juventus, and Bologna have retained their head coaches among the top nine teams, while Inter, Atalanta, Roma, Lazio, Milan, and Fiorentina have opted for a fresh start.
However, with nearly two weeks left in the transfer market at the time of reporting, shifts in team composition could influence these predictions.
Without further delay, contributors Oliver, Anthony, Isak, Madison, Stefano, Lorenzo, Ahmed, Maxi, Ivan, Rohit, and Nikita are putting their reputations on the line.
Predictions for Scudetto Winner
Oli: Napoli. Despite concerns regarding Lukaku’s injury, I believe Napoli has bolstered their midfield and can handle European competition.
Anthony: Napoli to repeat, but Milan will be close behind.
Isak: AC Milan. I am unimpressed by rival signings this summer, so I’ll back the Rossoneri.
Madison: Napoli; I don’t see anyone stopping Conte.
Stefano: Milan.
Final Standings Forecast
Oli: Napoli, Inter, Milan, Roma, Juventus, Atalanta, Como. I think Inter will remain strong due to consistent principles, while Roma can maintain positive momentum.
Anthony: Napoli, Milan, Juventus, Inter, Roma, Como, Lazio.
Isak: Milan, Napoli, Inter, Roma, Fiorentina, Juventus, Como.
Milan’s Coppa Italia Outlook
Oli: I believe Milan can clinch the Coppa Italia this year, ending a lengthy drought.
Anthony: Runners-up; they have an easy path to the semifinals, but I don’t think they’ll win it.
Isak: Semi-finals. I’m skeptical about the hype surrounding the tournament.
Relegation Predictions
Oli: I predict Cremonese, Pisa, and Lecce will go down. The first two lack necessary strength, and losing Krstovic is a major blow for Lecce.
Anthony: Parma, Pisa, and Cremonese. No specific ranking.
Isak: Parma, Pisa, and Cremonese for no particular reason.
Leading Scorer of the Season
Oli: Marcus Thuram, as he will likely thrive without Lookman.
Anthony: I see Moise Kean as a possible choice, though the field is thin.
Madison: I’m taking a chance and picking Leao.
Milan’s Key Player This Season
Oli: Rafael Leão. He’ll deliver over 30 goal contributions despite not being the top scorer.
Anthony: Leão, with expectations of a 30+ season.
Isak: Luka Modric would be a stunning choice.
Nikita: I expect Ricci to showcase his skills this season.
