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Serie A title playoff a tantalising prospect as weary Inter stumble

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A 1 -0 loss to Bologna meant Inter finished level on points with Napoli , but officially they remained ahead courtesy of Serie A's second tie-breaker.

Both head-to-head meetings ended in 1-1 draws, but the Nerazzurri ’s goal difference is far superior.

A rule introduced two seasons ago states that if two teams competing for the title or to avoid relegation, the matter must be settled with a playoff.

The regulations have since been tweaked, so a relegation playoff today would be settled over two legs.

Napoli beat Monza 1-0 at Monza on Saturday , putting Napoli 's title hopes back in their own hands.

Scott McTominay's second-half header was enough to secure all three points for Bologna .

Inter still must face both Rome clubs, each chasing a Champions League spot, at San Siro .

Juventus ’s game against Parma , which had been scheduled for Monday night , was postponed with three other fixtures following the death of Pope Francis .