Serie A 2012, Week 12: Lazio emperors of Rome; Juve, Napoli, Fiorentina all triumphant

For the Eagles, it’s three derby wins on the bounce, while the Giallorossi slip to a third defeat in four games.

Thunder and lightning put paid to the floodlights, as the overcast Olimpico was plunged into darkness in the opening minutes.

Genoa very nearly took a 3-1 lead just a few minutes later, when Bosko Jankovic’s excellent free kick very nearly found the far corner of the net. Insigne had an excellent chance to equalize on the other end, but his sharp shot hit the crossbar instead.

Cavani, absolutely determined to put his side back on level terms, went charging into the area, only to find himself flat on his back. Rather than moan for a penalty, the Uruguayan used his toe to poke the ball over to Mesto, who squandered a great chance at bagging a brace by sending his shot over the goal.

In a season in which Palermo haven’t had much to smile about, it looks as though Dybala will finally give them a reason.

Ederson remains on the shelf with injury, while many of Thursday’s midweek heroes against Panathinaikos must be content with a place on the bench.

Zdenek Zeman has opted for a strong trident upfront, and finally plays Daniele De Rossi in his favoured central midfield position.

Lazio can boast of a clean sweep from last season’s two fiery meetings, and currently sit a place and two points above their rivals. However, prior to last season, Roma have emerged victorious in the previous five meetings.

Speaking about the game, Petkovic said: “From the first day I got here the talk has been about the derby, as everyone urged me to win it. We are playing for three points, but they are certainly worth their weight in gold.”

To celebrate the belated opening of the entire IS Arenas, the Sardinians have slashed ticket prices for the ‘Curva’ to €1.

Cagliari completed the league double over their visitors last season, winning 3-0 at home and 1-0 on the road.

Pescara have found both goals and victories hard to come by so far.

The two sides met twice during the 2006-07 season, with Juventus running out winners on both occasions, en route to winning the Serie B championship.

If you’re choosing to forgo the brutality -- I mean, er, passion -- that is the Rome Derby, the match between Milan and Fiorentina is what you should be watching on Sunday. The Viola beat Cagliari 4-1 last weekend, extending their unbeaten run to five matches. Milan produced an even greater victory, managing a 5-1 win over Chievo. It’s been a long time since the rossoneri were the underdogs in this tie, but despite the impressive win last weekend, the balance still tips in Fiorentina’s favor.

Match Date / Time: Sunday, November 11 at 3 p.m. local, 9 a.m. ET