Roma, Inter and Lazio have started the 2026-27 Serie A campaign strongly, each on 13 points after five matches, with Roma topping the table on goal difference. Inter, the defending champions, remain the consensus favorite for a top-four finish due to squad depth and European pedigree, while Roma under Gian Piero Gasperini show improved attacking output and defensive organization. Lazio’s early results highlight momentum under Rino Gattuso despite off-field tensions. Juventus, AC Milan and Como sit just behind and project as realistic challengers for Champions League spots, with historical consistency and recent recruitment shaping expectations. The long season ahead will be influenced by fixture congestion from European commitments, injury management and the January transfer window, all of which can shift the race for the four or five available Italian berths in the 2027-28 league phase.