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How to watch Serie A on Paramount+: Why will five Serie A matches kick off at 6 a.m. on Sunday?

Serie A's Final Countdown: Early Kickoff for Derby della Capitale and More

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The 2025-26 Serie A season is nearing its thrilling conclusion in Italy, with Inter having secured their 21st Serie A title. Teams such as AC Milan, Napoli, AS Roma, Atalanta, Juventus, and Como are fiercely competing for coveted spots in next season's European tournaments.

This week’s matchups are particularly exciting, highlighted by the much-anticipated Derby della Capitale between AS Roma and Lazio on Sunday, May 17. Kickoff for this match, along with four others, is set for 6 a.m. ET—a deviation from the typical 6:30 a.m. slot.

The shift to an earlier start time is due to a critical rule requiring teams vying for the same objective, such as Champions League qualification, to play simultaneously in the final rounds. This decision comes after complications arose regarding the scheduling of the Derby della Capitale, as authorities in Rome expressed security concerns due to the proximity of the Stadio Olimpico to the Foro Italico, where the Italian Open tennis final is set for 11 a.m. ET. Following discussions between the league and local authorities, the matches were rescheduled to ensure public safety.

How to watch AS Roma vs. Lazio

  • Date: Sunday, May 17
  • Time: 6 a.m. ET
  • Location: Stadio Olimpico, Rome
  • Live stream: Paramount+
  • Odds: AS Roma -194; Draw +318; Lazio +494

Serie A Top-Four Race

  1. Inter, 85 points (+54 GD)
  2. Napoli, 70 points (+18 GD)
  3. Juventus, 68 points (+29 GD)
  4. Milan, 67 points (+18 GD)
  5. Roma, 67 points (+24 GD)
  6. Como, 65 points (+32 GD)

With the stakes at an all-time high, fans are eager to see how the final matches will unfold.

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