Serie A action this weekend featured two notable matches, with AC Milan preparing to face Inter Milan in Sunday's highly anticipated derby and Fiorentina settling for a goalless draw against Parma.

In the Milan derby preview, veteran midfielders Luka Modric and Piotr Zielinski have been identified as key players who will be tasked with controlling the tempo and rhythm of the match between the two Milan clubs.

Meanwhile, Fiorentina's match against Parma ended in a 0-0 stalemate at the Stadio Artemio Franchi. The result marked a significant moment for Fiorentina, as the single point earned moved them out of the relegation zone for the first time since October.

However, the draw represented mixed fortunes for both sides. While Fiorentina escaped the drop zone, the result appeared to be a missed opportunity given that Parma are now considered practically safe from relegation. The goalless draw also brought Fiorentina's recent positive run of form to a halt.

The weekend's Serie A fixtures continue to shape the league table as teams battle for European qualification spots and fight to avoid relegation with the season progressing.