Serie A Week 37 Schedule Confirmed After Delays

The official schedule for Serie A Week 37 has been confirmed, resolving several days of uncertainty and debate regarding kick-off times. All ten matches of the penultimate round of the season are now set to take place on Sunday, May 17, with staggered timings designed to uphold sporting integrity in critical competitions.

The delays stemmed from the league's policy requiring teams with similar objectives – such as those battling for Champions League qualification or facing relegation – to play their matches simultaneously. This measure prevents any club from gaining an unfair advantage by knowing the results of their rivals before their own game.

Tight Race for European Spots

The battle for Champions League places has been particularly intense this season, involving Roma, Juventus, Milan, Como, and Napoli. To ensure fairness, these clubs will all kick off their respective matches at the same time. The decision to finalize the schedule came after extensive discussions and rulings from various Italian football authorities.

Several high-profile matches, including Roma vs. Lazio, Juventus vs. Fiorentina, and Genoa vs. Milan, are among those designated for an early kick-off. These games will start at 11:00 UK time (12:00 CEST).

Derby and Tennis Clash Avoided

The early start for the Rome Derby between Roma and Lazio was specifically arranged to avoid a clash with the Italian Open men's singles tennis final. This tennis event is scheduled for 16:00 UK time (17:00 CEST) at the Foro Italico, which is located directly adjacent to the Stadio Olimpico, the venue for the derby. This scheduling ensures that both major sporting events can proceed without significant logistical or public order conflicts.

Key facts

Relegation Scramble and Trophy Ceremony

Later in the day, the matches crucial for the Serie A relegation battle will all commence at 19:45 UK time (20:45 CEST). This includes fixtures such as Sassuolo vs. Lecce, Udinese vs. Cremonese, and Cagliari vs. Torino, where precious points will determine which teams remain in Italy's top flight.

Meanwhile, newly crowned champions Inter Milan will host Verona in an afternoon fixture, kicking off at 14:00 UK time (15:00 CEST). This match will be followed by the official Serie A trophy ceremony, allowing fans to celebrate their team's triumph. An open-top bus parade through the city of Milan is also planned to mark the occasion.

The finalized schedule aims to ensure a fair conclusion to the Serie A season, balancing competitive integrity with logistical considerations for major events. Fans can now plan their viewing for a pivotal weekend of Italian football.

Fuente: Football Italia RSS, https://football-italia.net/serie-a-week-37-kick-off-times-date-official/