**In the early stages of the 2026-27 Serie A season, after six matchdays, Inter Milan and Lazio share the top spot on 16 points with unbeaten records, while AS Roma sits third on 14 points.** AC Milan (fifth, 12 points), Juventus (sixth, 11 points), and surprise package Cagliari (fourth, 13 points) remain well-positioned in the race for mid-table spots that typically secure UEFA Europa League qualification via league position or the Coppa Italia. Lazio’s strong start under Gennaro Gattuso has defied initial skepticism and fan protests over club management, while traditional contenders like Milan and Juventus have drawn recent matches against Sassuolo and Cagliari, respectively. The long campaign ahead features a congested schedule with international breaks, potential fatigue factors, and key derbies that could shift momentum for teams targeting fifth place or domestic cup success.