As the Coppa Italia second round nears completion, the top Serie A clubs have discovered their round of 16 opponents. The draw has set up some intriguing matchups for Italy’s elite teams.
Juventus will host Cagliari in Turin, while Inter Milan faces an away trip to Udinese. AC Milan welcomes Sassuolo to the San Siro, and Roma will entertain Sampdoria at the Stadio Olimpico.
Atalanta has been drawn away to Serie B side Cesena, and Fiorentina will clash with fellow Tuscan club Empoli. Lazio and Bologna are still waiting to learn their opponents, with their potential matchups dependent on the outcomes of Thursday’s remaining fixtures.
The round of 16 ties are scheduled to take place on either December 4 or December 18, with exact dates and times to be confirmed closer to the matches:
Juventus vs Cagliari
Udinese vs Inter
Milan vs Sassuolo
Roma vs Sampdoria
Cesena vs Atalanta
Fiorentina vs Empoli
Napoli or Palermo vs Lazio
Monza or Brescia vs Bologna
This stage of the competition promises exciting encounters as Italy’s top clubs begin their quest for cup glory. The mix of Serie A and lower league opposition adds an element of potential upsets and drama to the tournament.
