Napoli take on the visitors Lazio in the round 15 match of Italian Serie A. The match will be played on Sunday, November 8th at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona (Naples).
Napoli’s previous season was one of dramatic decline, falling from champions under Spalletti in 2023 to a disappointing 10th-place finish and missing out on European competitions. The departure of Victor Osimhen to Galatasaray on loan in September only added to their challenges. However, Antonio Conte’s arrival brought renewed energy to the club. After a shaky start, including a penalty shootout win in the cup and a heavy 0-3 defeat to Verona, Napoli rebounded. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and the team regained form, climbing to the top positions in Serie A. Despite a 0-3 setback against Atalanta in November, Napoli managed key results, such as a 1-1 draw with Inter Milan and narrow victories over Roma (thanks to Romelu Lukaku) and Torino. However, a recent cup exit to Roma highlighted lingering inconsistencies. Napoli’s home advantage and Conte’s tactical nous make them favorites, but Lazio’s recent performances against top teams suggest this will be a close match.
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Lazio’s decline last season wasn’t as severe as Napoli’s, but failing to defend their runner-up finish in Serie A led to Maurizio Sarri’s departure. Under new manager Marco Baroni, the team has shown resilience. Their Europa League campaign has been steady, utilizing squad rotation effectively. In Serie A, Lazio started slowly, with just seven points from five matches, but they’ve since found their rhythm. After a narrow 0-1 loss to Juventus, Lazio achieved a string of wins, interrupted only by a surprising 1-3 loss to Parma. They quickly bounced back with a strong cup performance, showcasing their depth and resolve. Lazio’s defensive organization under Baroni could stifle Napoli’s attack, especially if the Partenopei struggle to convert early chances.
Lazio has had the upper hand recently, with two wins and a draw in their last three encounters with Napoli before their cup defeat. They’ve proven capable of frustrating the Partenopei with disciplined performances.
Prediction for the match: Lazio not to lose (X2).