Match Week 12 delivered one of the most dramatic rounds of the Serie A season. Milan stunned Inter with a gritty 1-0 Allegri-style win in the Derby della Madonnina, extending their unbeaten run in the fixture to six straight behind huge moments from Mike Maignan and another big-game performance from Christian Pulisic. Roma officially move into sole possession of first place after beating Cremonese 3-1, continuing their run as the league’s best defensive side with Svilar anchoring the back line. Napoli defended their home turf with a convincing 3-1 win over Atalanta, switching to a 3-4-3 that completely changed the match and produced standout performances from Neres, Lang, and Hojlund.

A trio of draws shook up the middle of the table, highlighted by Juventus dropping crucial points in Florence. Bologna and Lazio continued their push toward European places with shutout wins, while Como put on the performance of the weekend with a 5-1 demolition of Torino in Turin. We break down the tactics, standout players, big questions for every major club, and what it all means for Match Week 13.

We also touch on the upcoming Serie A pause for Italy’s World Cup playoffs, share our Players of the Week and Stunad of the Week, and give out this week’s Culpi di Luna picks after a 2-1 weekend.