Roberto Donadoni has called for an increased effort from Parma, even if he believes their performances to date are not accurately reflected in the table.
Lazio struck very late to squeeze past Cagliari and consolidate third place after Napoli threw away a 2-0 lead, while in the relegation battles there was a thriller in Cesena and stalemates for Novara and Chievo.
Werder Bremen's Sebastian Prodl has refused to comment on specific transfer links to Serie A, only confirming that he is holding discussions with several clubs.