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| # | GP | W | D | L | DIFF | Goals | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 38 | 27 | 6 | 5 | +54 | 89:35 | 87 | |
| 2 | 38 | 23 | 7 | 8 | +22 | 58:36 | 76 | |
| 3 | 38 | 23 | 4 | 11 | +28 | 59:31 | 73 | |
| 4 | 38 | 20 | 11 | 7 | +36 | 65:29 | 71 | |
| 5 | 38 | 20 | 10 | 8 | +18 | 53:35 | 70 | |
| 6 | 38 | 19 | 12 | 7 | +27 | 61:34 | 69 | |
| 7 | 38 | 15 | 14 | 9 | +15 | 51:36 | 59 | |
| 8 | 38 | 16 | 8 | 14 | +3 | 49:46 | 56 | |
| 9 | 38 | 14 | 12 | 12 | +1 | 41:40 | 54 | |
| 10 | 38 | 14 | 8 | 16 | -3 | 45:48 | 50 | |
| 11 | 38 | 14 | 7 | 17 | -4 | 46:50 | 49 | |
| 12 | 38 | 12 | 9 | 17 | -19 | 44:63 | 45 | |
| 13 | 38 | 11 | 12 | 15 | -18 | 28:46 | 45 | |
| 14 | 38 | 11 | 10 | 17 | -13 | 40:53 | 43 | |
| 15 | 38 | 9 | 15 | 14 | -9 | 41:50 | 42 | |
| 16 | 38 | 10 | 11 | 17 | -10 | 41:51 | 41 | |
| 17 | 38 | 10 | 8 | 20 | -22 | 28:50 | 38 | |
| 18 | 38 | 8 | 10 | 20 | -25 | 32:57 | 34 | |
| 19 | 38 | 3 | 12 | 23 | -36 | 25:61 | 21 | |
| 20 | 38 | 2 | 12 | 24 | -45 | 26:71 | 18 |
Serie A action returned on January 7th, 2026, as Parma hosted Inter Milan in a crucial league encounter. The Stadio Ennio Tardini was the stage for a tactical battle, with both sides looking to assert dominance in the early stages of the new year.
Parma adopted a disciplined defensive shape, aiming to frustrate Inter's attacking ambitions. Despite enjoying a slight edge in possession, Inter struggled to break down the resolute Parma backline. The home side's defensive structure, marshalled effectively by the defenders, limited Inter's clear-cut opportunities. Parma's build-up play often saw them progress the ball into wide areas, attempting crosses, but the final ball lacked the precision to trouble Yann Sommer. The expected goals statistic for Parma suggests a cautious approach, prioritizing defensive solidity over offensive risks in this initial phase.
Inter, meanwhile, controlled possession for significant periods, attempting to probe for openings through intricate passing. Their build-up play often involved circulating the ball in their own half before looking to advance. However, the final third proved to be a congested area, with Parma's compact organization making it difficult for Inter's midfielders and forwards to find space. Key passes were limited, and the lack of big chances created by Inter indicated Parma's effectiveness in stifling their attacking threats during this opening period of the game.
As the match wore on, the pattern remained largely consistent. Parma continued to defend stoutly, making numerous tackles and clearances to deny Inter any significant progress. Their own attacking forays were often stifled by Inter's pressing, leading to a high number of failed passes for the home side. Despite the defensive efforts from both teams, the attacking output remained relatively low, reflected in the modest expected goals registered by both sides throughout the encounter.
The second half mirrored the first in its tactical intensity, with neither team able to decisively seize control. Inter's attempts to break the deadlock were met with continued resistance from Parma, who remained disciplined in their defensive duties. The limited number of shots on target for both teams underscored the tight nature of the contest. Ultimately, neither side could find the decisive moment, resulting in a stalemate that saw the points shared in a hard-fought Serie A fixture.
