Parma are well and truly back with a bang into the top flight, and it now appears as though they were never relegated in the first place.

However, the truth remains that they are have just come up from the Serie B, and are proving to be a match to anyone who dares to challenge their authority.

Last week’s draw to Genoa ensured that the Gialloblu held onto the Champions League spot that they are sitting on currently.

Bologna will look to change all that with three points to the good, as they trudge on in the hope of avoiding the axe yet again this season.

Football Italiano