Inter vs Napoli

Inter and Napoli lock horns in a heavyweight football clash that could shape the title race. With just four points separating them, the fixture lands at a pivotal moment this season.

Inter sit top on 42 points and ride momentum after a 2-0 midweek win over Parma. Chivu’s side have now won their last six Serie A matches.

Inter have been beaten in only eight of their last 51 league games, a run that shows attacking firepower and defensive control. San Siro has been a fortress, especially against Napoli, with Inter unbeaten in their last eight home league meetings against the Partenopei.

Yet Napoli are no easy opponent in head-to-head history. Inter have won just one of their last six Serie A meetings with Napoli, with three draws.

Nevertheless, Inter have consistently found a way through Napoli’s defence, scoring in each of their last 15 league encounters.

They will be looking to stay at the top of the table after Sunday’s top-of-the-table clash with Conte’s side. The outcome could define how the early stages of the title race unfold in the weeks ahead.

A 3-5-2 formation with Lautaro Martinez and Marcus Thuram in attack is expected against Napoli. That setup would maximise their attacking potential in this crucial fixture.

Napoli arrive in Milan in third place on 38 points, following a comeback 2-2 draw with Verona, having been two goals down inside the half-hour. They remain firmly in the title conversation.

Their league form has been strong, avoiding defeat in 36 of their last 41 Serie A matches, and their attacking output has picked up in recent weeks. Napoli have scored two or more goals in each of their last three league games, suggesting growing confidence in the final third. Away from home, they have won six of their ten away league fixtures this season.

Inter will likely look to impose themselves early, using their home crowd and recent form to dictate the rhythm of the game. Napoli, meanwhile, may be more selective, aiming to stay compact before exploiting transitions and moments of space, especially given their recent scoring streak.

A 3—4—2—1 with Rasmus Højlund in attack may be seen against Inter.