Matching 7.5 Scores Set Early Benchmark in Italian Top Flight
Italian sports media evaluated every individual performance across the opening weekend of the 2026-27 Serie A campaign, establishing a top 10 benchmark based on press rating averages. Three players reached a weekend-high 7.5 grade, leading a group dominated by key contributors from Inter Milan, AC Milan, and Napoli.
The early evaluation highlights how bench rotations and newly integrated squad members altered match outcomes across eight completed fixtures, setting the initial standard for individual performance metrics this season.
AC Milan
club1. Adrien Rabiot Shifts Momentum as a Substitute for AC Milan
Entered as a second-half substitute during AC Milan’s trip to Torino on August 23, Adrien Rabiot registered an immediate impact on the match flow. The midfielder netted Milan’s second goal to secure a 2-1 away victory, earning a 7.5 score from Italian media outlets.
His ability to break through central spaces provided the decisive advantage Milan required in the closing stages of the match.
Adrien Rabiot
player2. Antonio Vergara Delivers Opening Spark for Napoli
Antonio Vergara matched the weekend’s highest score with a 7.5 rating following Napoli’s 2-0 away win against Genoa on August 22. The midfielder found the net as Napoli broke down a resilient defensive line late in the contest.
Vergara’s execution in high-pressure attacking phases validated his inclusion in the starting lineup for head coach Massimiliano Allegri’s competitive debut with the club.
3. Pio Esposito Adds Firepower in Inter Milan Title Defense
Inter Milan commenced their title defense with a 4-1 victory over Monza at the San Siro on August 22, driven in part by forward Pio Esposito. The young striker added his name to the scoresheet alongside Hakan Calhanoglu, Piotr Zielinski, and Yann Bisseck.
Esposito’s movement inside the penalty area generated continuous pressure against Monza’s back line, earning him a matching 7.5 rating.
4. Giacomo Raspadori Drives Atalanta to Victory
Giacomo Raspadori earned a 7.0 media rating after orchestrating focal points of Atalanta’s attack in their 2-1 home win against Sassuolo. His tactical movement across the front line allowed Atalanta to maintain territorial control throughout the match.
5. Alphadjo Cisse Strikes Key Goal in AC Milan Victory
Joining teammate Rabiot among the weekend’s top performers, Alphadjo Cisse claimed a 7.0 score for his role in AC Milan‘s 2-1 triumph over Torino. Cisse scored one of Milan’s two goals, providing critical goalscoring output from midfield.
6. Che Adams Stands Out Despite Torino Defeat
Despite Torino falling 2-1 at home against AC Milan, forward Che Adams secured a 7.0 rating from Italian journalists. Adams remained Torino’s primary attacking outlet, testing Milan’s defensive line throughout his minutes on the pitch.
7. Gleison Bremer Anchors Juventus Shutout
Defender Gleison Bremer picked up a 7.0 grade after leading Juventus to a 1-0 away victory over Frosinone. Bremer neutralized central threats and anchored a defensive unit that limited clear-cut opportunities across ninety minutes.
8. Lassana Coulibaly Controls Midfield for Lecce
Lassana Coulibaly logged a 7.0 rating during Lecce’s 2-0 away win against Venezia. Coulibaly’s defensive recovery work and recycling of possession established the tempo that enabled Lecce to manage their two-goal lead.
9. Kevin De Bruyne Scores on Debut Under Massimiliano Allegri
Making his official debut for Napoli under Massimiliano Allegri, Kevin De Bruyne secured a 7.0 rating in the 2-0 win over Genoa. De Bruyne capped off his inaugural Serie A appearance by scoring one of Napoli’s late goals at Stadio Luigi Ferraris.
10. Alessandro Romano Secures Clean Result for Cagliari
Alessandro Romano completed the top 10 rankings with a 7.0 rating after Cagliari picked up a 1-0 away victory against Parma. Romano maintained tactical discipline throughout the fixture to help secure three points on the opening weekend.
| Rank | Player | Club | Fixture | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adrien Rabiot | AC Milan | Torino 1-2 AC Milan | 7.5 |
| 2 | Antonio Vergara | Napoli | Genoa 0-2 Napoli | 7.5 |
| 3 | Pio Esposito | Inter Milan | Inter 4-1 Monza | 7.5 |
| 4 | Giacomo Raspadori | Atalanta | Atalanta 2-1 Sassuolo | 7.0 |
| 5 | Alphadjo Cisse | AC Milan | Torino 1-2 AC Milan | 7.0 |
| 6 | Che Adams | Torino | Torino 1-2 AC Milan | 7.0 |
| 7 | Gleison Bremer | Juventus | Frosinone 0-1 Juventus | 7.0 |
| 8 | Lassana Coulibaly | Lecce | Venezia 0-2 Lecce | 7.0 |
| 9 | Kevin De Bruyne | Napoli | Genoa 0-2 Napoli | 7.0 |
| 10 | Alessandro Romano | Cagliari | Parma 0-1 Cagliari | 7.0 |