Napoli is all set to host Inter this Saturday for a pivotal Serie A encounter. This match is crucial for both teams as they vie for the championship title. Napoli recently faced a setback, losing against Como, after a streak of three draws. Conversely, Inter currently leads the table despite a recent loss to Juventus, and a victory could solidify their position at the top.
Match Details
- Date: Saturday, March 1
- Time: 12 p.m. ET
- Location: Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, Naples, Italy
- Live Stream: Paramount+
- Odds: Napoli +210, Draw +210, Inter +140
Team News
Napoli: Coach Antonio Conte will have to navigate some absences, notably midfielder Frank Anguissa and David Neres, who are expected to miss this match. Matteo Politano is likely to team up with Romelu Lukaku in attack, while Leonardo Spinazzola is also set to join the offensive front.
Possible Napoli XI: Meret; Di Lorenzo, Rrahmani, Buongiorno, Olivera; Billing, Lobotka, McTominay; Politano, Lukaku, Spinazzola.
Inter: The Nerazzurri are dealing with injuries among three wingers. Carlos Augusto, Matteo Darmian, and Nicola Zalewski are out, but Marcus Thuram is set to return. Goalkeeper Josep Martinez will start due to Yann Sommer’s injury.
Possible Inter XI: Martinez; Pavard, Acerbi, Bastoni; Dumfries, Barella, Calhanoglu, Mkhitaryan, Dimarco; Lautaro Martinez, Thuram.
Prediction
Expect a tight contest as both teams likely prioritize a strong defensive showing to avoid defeat. Prediction: Napoli 1, Inter 1.
