The 11th round of the 2025-26 Serie A season served up a fresh twist in the title race: the usual suspects faltered, while others stepped up to stake a claim. Three key matches caught the eye—the shifting balance of power at the top, and the message sent by clubs looking to break through. Below is a full roundup of the results and data for Round 11, followed by detailed match reports of the big fixtures.
Here are the prominent outcomes from Sunday, 9 November:
Table implications:
– Roma’s win nudged them to 24 points, topping the standings.
– Inter’s victory also lifted them to 24 points, level at the summit.
– Napoli’s defeat left them on 22 points, as the title-race tightened.
In Rome, AS Roma claimed a calculated 2-0 victory over Udinese at the Stadio Olimpico. The breakthrough came just before half-time when Udinese’s Hassane Kamara committed a handball, allowing captain Lorenzo Pellegrini to calmly dispatch the penalty.
Midway through the second half, Zeki Çelik doubled the advantage after linking with Gianluca Mancini and finishing with composure. Udinese had moments — a header from Vakoun Bayo tipped over by Mile Švilar, a late Arthur Atta effort rattling the post — but ultimately the Giallorossi defended solidly.
The match illustrated Roma’s growing psychological edge: discipline, patience, and timely aggression. They controlled possession, rarely looked rattled, and the result moved them to the top of the table.
At San Siro, Inter showed ambition and composure in a 2-0 win over Lazio. The opener came at lightning speed: Lautaro Martínez in the 3rd minute, using the outside of his foot to curl a finish into the far corner.
Then, shortly after the hour mark, a decisive move: Federico Dimarco delivered a low cross that found Ange-Yoan Bonny free at the back-post, and the striker converted the tap-in.
While Inter had a third goal disallowed (Piotr Zielinski’s effort was ruled out due to a handball by Dimarco), such dominance underpins their intent. Lazio had a chance — Mario Gilà’s header struck the bar — but Yann Sommer kept the sheet clean.
With this result, Inter climbed to 24 points and sent a strong signal that they’re not simply participating in the title race — they intend to challenge.
Napoli’s title hopes took a hit in Bologna, as Bologna secured a 2-0 home victory. Stefano Pioli’s side opened the scoring shortly after the interval — Thijs Dallinga displaying sharp finishing skills to slot home from close range.
In the 66th minute Jhon Lucumí rose to head in Bologna’s second, giving the hosts control. Napoli pushed — Noa Lang came close, his shot hitting the post — but ultimately the visitors couldn’t break down a well-organised defence.
For Bologna, the result was a statement: staying competitive and disrupting the rhythm of the big four at the top. For Napoli, an afternoon to forget in terms of execution and focus.
The standings after Round 11 indicate a compressed title race. Roma and Inter sit at the summit with 24 points apiece, ahead of Napoli (22) and AC Milan (22) in pursuit. Bologna join the cluster just beneath. This closeness signals there’s little margin for error and every fixture will carry extra weight.
Both Roma and Inter took advantage when rivals slipped. Their clean sheets underscore that in a league where goals can be hard-won, defence remains as important as attacking flair. For Napoli, the drop-off this weekend will prompt questions of consistency and responsiveness.
Bologna’s win proves that mid-table clubs still influence the title battle. Their readiness to exploit chances and build momentum could make them dark-horses rather than mere footnotes.
Roma emphasised control: possession, structured defence, and taking their chances when they came. Inter were more direct, sharp in transition and clinical in front of goal. Bologna, facing a big opponent, played with courage and efficiency — no flashy tactics, just execution.
With the international break approaching, clubs will reflect, regroup and refine — the margins this season being thinner than ever. The top four (and perhaps beyond) will be sizing each other up. Teams like Bologna will seek to maintain momentum.
Football fans should expect more tactical battles, fewer runaway leaders and a Serie A that remains compelling right through to the winter.
Round 11 of Serie A brought drama, shifts in power and clear statements from the league’s contenders. Roma and Inter are now pace-setters, Napoli have a gap to bridge, and the rest continue vying for every point. The league narrative is alive, unpredictable and thrilling once more.