Napoli vs Empoli Prediction Adam Hakanson Pro Tipster

Napoli: Form, Lineup & Prediction

Current form

Napoli has been unbeaten in their last five matches, with two wins and three draws. They have scored six goals and conceded four during this period.

Key players and injuries

• Giovanni Di Lorenzo and André-Frank Zambo Anguissa are suspended.
• Stanislav Lobotka recently suffered cramps but is expected to be available.
• Romelu Lukaku: Key striker with significant influence on Napoli's attack.
• Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has moved to Paris Saint-Germain, so other players like Victor Osimhen or Giacomo Raspadori might step up.
• Stanislav Lobotka: Important midfielder for Napoli's possession game.

Position in the standings

Napoli is second in Serie A, 41 points ahead of Empoli. They are in a tight title race with Inter Milan.

Strengths and weaknesses

Known for their strong defense, Napoli has allowed at least one goal in each of their last five home matches. They have a high possession game and create numerous scoring opportunities.

Prediction for Napoli

Prediction for Napoli: With their strong form, attacking prowess, and title motivations, Napoli is expected to put pressure on Empoli and secure a crucial home win.

Empoli: Form, Lineup & Prediction

Current form

Empoli has struggled, with no wins in their last ten matches. They have scored few goals, averaging less than one goal per game.

Key players and injuries

• Ernesto Torregrossa is not mentioned in recent updates, but Marco Silvestri has a hand injury.
• Kouamé is injured and unavailable.
• Sébastien Esposito: Empoli's top scorer, though the team's overall attacking form has been poor.
• Liam Henderson: A key midfielder who contributes to Empoli's creative play.

Position in the standings

Empoli is 18th in Serie A, two points from safety. They are highly motivated to avoid relegation.

Strengths and weaknesses

Empoli's attack has been weak, with only 24 goals in 31 games. They struggle defensively away from home, often conceding multiple goals.

Prediction for Empoli

Prediction for Empoli: With their poor form and defensive issues away from home, Empoli faces an uphill battle against the title-chasing Napoli. However, their need for points in the relegation battle could motivate a spirited performance.

Head-to-Head statistics (Recent Meetings)

• Napoli has won three of the last five encounters, with Empoli winning twice. The reverse fixture ended 0-1 in favor of Napoli.

Betting Odds & Coefficients

• 1X2 Odds: Napoli is heavily favored, with odds around -364 to win. Empoli's odds are +913.
• Over/Under 2.5 Goals: Odds are slightly in favor of over 2.5 goals, reflecting Napoli's attacking prowess and Empoli's defensive struggles.
• Both Teams to Score (BTTS): Given Empoli's scoring difficulties, the odds might lean against BTTS.