Lazio vs Napoli

Lazio [LDWDD] and Napoli square off at Stadio Olimpico in a football clash that pairs contrasting league positions with strong underlying records. Lazio sit 8th with 24 points, while Napoli are 3rd on 34.

Lazio’s home form has been a stabilizing factor in their season. The Biancocelesti are unbeaten in their last six Serie A matches at the Olimpico, recording a 50% win rate across that stretch. More broadly, they have avoided defeat in 23 of their last 27 home league games, highlighting the difficulty visiting teams often face in Rome.

Defensive solidity has been central to that consistency, with Lazio conceding an average of just 0.63 goals per home match in Serie A.

Goals have been at a premium in Lazio’s recent league outings. Each of their last 11 Serie A matches has finished with under 2.5 goals, pointing to a run of tightly contested games where margins have been fine.

This trend reflects a tactical balance that prioritizes structure and control, particularly in home fixtures, where Lazio have often limited opponents’ chances effectively. The recent head-to-head record adds further intrigue, Lazio have won four of their last six meetings with Napoli across all competitions.

A 4—3—3 formation with Mattia Zaccagni, Noslin, and Matteo Cancellieri in attack is expected.

Napoli travel to Rome with one of the strongest overall records in the league. They are unbeaten in 34 of their last 39 Serie A matches, underscoring their consistency this season.

Despite this, away trips haven't been as straightforward. Napoli have suffered three defeats in their last six away matches across all competitions, suggesting a slight dip in results on the road compared to their usually high standards.

They have managed just one victory in their last six league encounters with Lazio, indicating this fixture has posed particular challenges in recent seasons.

Low-scoring affairs have featured prominently in Napoli’s recent away league fixtures. Under 2.5 goals have been recorded in each of their last six Serie A matches away from home, mirroring Lazio’s current trend and reinforcing the likelihood of a disciplined, tactical contest.

A 4‑2‑3‑1 formation with Rasmus Højlund in attack is expected against Lazio.