Serie A is the leading professional soccer league in Italy and one of Europe’s top three leagues, behind only England’s Premier League and Spain’s La Liga . Dominated by legendary European clubs like Juventus, Inter, and AC Milan, Serie A has long attracted the very best soccer players in the world.

Here, we explain everything you need to know about Italy’s Serie A for the 2024 season and introduce you to the different Italian soccer bets you can place throughout the season at the Stake Sportsbook .

When is the Serie A 2024?

Following the disruption caused by last year’s World Cup, Serie A 2023/24 returns to a standard schedule and format. The first fixtures commenced on Saturday, 19 August 2023, and the season ended on Sunday, 26 May 2024, where the Serie A champions were crowned.

History of Serie A

The Italian Serie A is one of the oldest professional soccer leagues in Europe and was established in 1929, though it has changed over the years since its launch.

Inter Milan have spent an incredible 93 seasons in Serie A and are the only team to have played in Italy’s top flight every year since its inception.

The league was modified in the 2004/05 season to include 20 teams, which shows how many squads compete in the division.

The Old Lady of Italian soccer, Juventus, are Italy’s most successful team, with 36 titles to their name. Inter Milan and their city neighbors AC both have 19 titles and 16 runners-up medals apiece - incredible synergy for such fierce rivals.

When Napoli lifted the Scudetto at the end of the 2023 season, it was their third Serie A triumph and their first since a Diego Maradona-inspired team won the crown in 1989-90.

Which Teams Played in the Serie A 2024?

Twenty professional soccer teams in Italy contest the 2023/24 Serie A. Sampdoria, Cremonese and Spezia were all relegated at the end of the last campaign and replaced by newcomers Frosinone, Genoa, and Cagliari, who all won promotion from Serie B .

All eyes were on Napoli again this season, seeing if they could manage to keep hold of their star man Victor Osimhen.

The full roster of Serie A teams for the 2023/24 season was as follows:

Atalanta: Based in Bergamo, Atalanta first competed in Serie A in 1937–38 and finished 5th in the 2022–23 season. While they have played 63 seasons in the top flight, they're still in search of their first title.
Bologna: This Bologna side, having first entered Serie A in 1929–30, clinched their 9th position in 2022–23. With 5 Serie A titles, the last one came way back in 1963–64.
Cagliari: Recently promoted as Serie B play-off winners, Cagliari is back in Serie A. Their sole Serie A title was won in the 1969–70 season.
Empoli: A 14th place finish last season saw Empoli remain in Serie A. First participating in 1986–87, they're yet to claim the top spot.
Fiorentina: Hailing from Florence, Fiorentina secured the 8th position in 2022–23. Having won the Serie A title twice, they last tasted victory in 1968–69.
Frosinone: Winners of Serie B, Frosinone is geared up for Serie A action. Their top-flight journey began in 2015–16, with titles still eluding them.
Genoa: As the 2nd placed team in Serie B last season, Genoa is back to Serie A. Despite no recent titles, they boast 9 national titles, the last in 1923–24.
Hellas Verona: From Verona, this team finished 18th last season. Their golden moment came in the 1984–85 season, claiming their lone Serie A title.
Inter Milan: A stalwart from Milan, Inter finished 3rd in 2022–23. Their legacy boasts 17 Serie A and 19 national titles.
Juventus: Based in Turin, Juventus secured the 7th position last season. Dominant with 34 Serie A and 36 national titles, they're the most decorated in Italy.
Lazio: The Rome-based club was the runner-up in 2022–23. With 2 Serie A titles to their name, Lazio remains a competitive force.
Lecce: Securing 16th place last season, Lecce is determined to climb higher. They first featured in Serie A in 1985–86.
AC Milan: Another giant from Milan, AC Milan finished 4th in 2022–23. With an illustrious history, they have 16 Serie A and 19 national titles.
Monza: Fresh-faced Monza finished 11th last season, only their second time in Serie A.
Napoli: The champions from Naples, Napoli clinched the title in 2022–23. Their rich history includes 3 Serie A titles.
Roma: Another jewel from Rome, Roma claimed the 6th spot last season. They've been crowned Serie A champions on 3 occasions.
Salernitana: Holding the 15th position last season, Salernitana's journey in Serie A began in 1947–48.
Sassuolo: Finishing 13th in 2022–23, Sassuolo first entered Serie A in 2013–14 and has been a regular since.
Torino: The Turin-based side grabbed the 10th spot last season. Their storied history boasts 5 Serie A titles, the last in 1975–76.
Udinese: Based in Udine, Udinese secured 12th place in 2022–23. Their Serie A journey started in 1950–51, with titles still on their wishlist.

Format & Schedule of Serie A 2024

Unlike many other major European leagues, Serie A has no winter break. The fixtures began on 19 August 2023 and will run through to 26 May 2024. Only the customary international breaks are wedged in between game week fixtures.

Alongside Serie A, the Coppa Italia runs throughout the season, Italy’s premier knockout cup competition. Inter won their ninth Coppa Italia title in 2023, defeating Fiorentina 2-1 at Stadio Olimpico in Rome.

You can also bet on the Primavera Cup at Stake.com , an Italian youth cup popular with those looking for the next generation of talent coming through the ranks.

How to Bet on Serie A & Soccer/Football Bet Types

Now that you know how Italian soccer works, it’s time to look at some of your Serie A betting options:

Moneyline – a straight-up bet on the team that you think will win a Serie A match.
To qualify – a wager on a team that you think will qualify for a European competition like the UEFA Champions League from their performance in Serie A.
Outright – an outright bet on the team you think will be crowned Serie A champions at the end of the season.
Draw no bet – a wager that sees your stake returned if it finishes in a draw.
Asian total – a bet on the total number of goals scored in a Serie A fixture.
Handicap – a wager on the team you think will win a Serie A match, but with a handicap applied.
Double chance – a bet that allows you to make two selections on a Serie A match (draw and away win, for instance).
1st goal – a bet on the team or player you think will score the first goal in a Serie A fixture.
Correct score – a wager that allows you to predict the final score between two teams in a Serie A matchup.
Both teams to score – a simple bet on whether you think both teams will score in a Serie A match.
Halftime/fulltime – a bet on who you think will win the first and then the second half in a Serie A match.

You can also create a Serie A multi-bet if you want to include multiple selections in the same betting slip, which is a great way to improve your odds while making Serie A bets.

Live Stream Serie A & Soccer Live Betting

Stake.com is the ideal place to watch live soccer for free. We provide live streams of many of the big fixtures from major European leagues, and you can watch as soon as you’ve logged into your account.

Check out our guide to live streaming sports on Stake for more information.

This provides the perfect opportunity to place a host of live bets on the action as it unfolds. Live soccer bets include things like the next player to score, the next player to receive a caution, and how many goals you think will be scored in the second half.

If you’re new to live sports betting, you can refer to our guide that explains the differences between pre-match and live betting to help you get started.

Serie A Betting Odds & Payouts

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Serie A Betting Tips, Predictions & Strategies

Here are some helpful tips to bear in mind as you make your Serie A selections this season:

Always bet with your head and not your heart. You should consider statistics and form when betting on soccer, so it’s best to avoid bets on the team that you support.
Make sure you consider which team is at home when betting on Serie A matches, as home advantage plays a big role in the outcome of every fixture.
Check for the latest promotions that you can unlock before placing Serie A bets to boost your bankroll.
Use our sports betting guide to help you prepare your Serie A betting slip throughout the season.

We wish you luck as you bet on Serie A this season, and we hope you enjoy the action.