On today’s episode of Calcio Culture, we kick off Part 1 of our Serie A Manager Report Cards — grading the managers of Italy’s biggest clubs based on results, identity, and expectations so far this season.

Before we get into the grades, we break down:

• Champions League chaos — Juventus crushed 5-2 in Istanbul, Atalanta fall in Dortmund, and Inter travel to Bodo/Glimt

• The Matchday 24 make-up fixture: Como at Milan

• A wild Derby d’Italia: Inter 3–2 Juventus featuring a Cambiasso own goal, Zielinski, Esposito, Locatelli, and a controversial Kalulu red card that completely shifted momentum

Then it’s time for Table O’ Buckets.

🏆 Champions League Tier – Who Does NOT Belong?

Inter – Chivu

Milan – Allegri

Napoli – Conte

Roma – Gasperini

🌍 European Push – Who Has the Best Chance to Make the Final Jump?

Juventus – Spalletti

Are these managers maximizing their squads?

Are expectations fair?

And which club should actually be worried?

This is Part 1 of our two-part series — Part 2 drops soon.

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