All Four Italian Clubs Advance Undefeated to UEFA Champions League Knockouts; FC Internazionale Lead with Early Qualification

Inter Milan punched their ticket two games early while Lazio, Napoli, and Milan solidify positions going into the final games of the group stage.

Inter Milan has secured an early qualification for the UEFA Champions League Round of 16, after a penalty from substitute Lautaro Martinez in a match against FC Salzburg. This makes Inter second in Group D, along with Real Sociedad.
Inter Milan has only suffered one defeat in 15 competitive matches in the 2023-24 season, and their successful streak includes nine clean sheets.
Napoli's Champions League progression hangs in the balance following their 1-1 draw with Union Berlin, leaving them five points behind second-placed Real Madrid in Group C. They will need to rely on better results from their remaining matches in the group stage.
Lazio overcame Dutch side Feyenoord with a 1-0 win, thanks to Ciro Immobile's 200th career goal, placing them second in Group E. If they perform well in upcoming matches, they have a chance to secure a spot in the knockout stage.
AC Milan stands a chance of progressing in the tournament, thanks to Olivier Giroud's header which facilitated their 2-1 victory against Paris Saint Germain. This win caused Milan to overtake Newcastle United into third in Group F.