Napoli vs Como (16:30, 04/10): Sitting at the Top

Time & Venue

• Time: 16:30 on October 4, Friday
• Venue: Diego Armando Maradona Stadium (Italy)

Form

Napoli is currently leading Serie A with 13 points, having suffered only one loss, which came in the season opener against Hellas Verona. At home, Antonio Conte’s side has won five consecutive matches.

Meanwhile, Como recently defeated both Hellas Verona and Atalanta, climbing to 10th place. Historically, Como has the upper hand in head-to-head encounters, having beaten Napoli twice in domestic competitions. The newly promoted Serie A team, under the guidance of Cesc Fabregas, is known for its strong attack and fiery style of play.

Como also features a balanced mix of youth and experience. With talents like Patrick Cutrone, Sergi Roberto, and Nico Paz, they have been performing impressively. However, their trip to the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium is expected to be a tough challenge.

After their loss to Hellas Verona, Napoli quickly bounced back, demonstrating their status as title contenders. Coach Antonio Conte has breathed new life into the Partenopei, helping the team soar to the top of the table. Additionally, stars like Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Romelu Lukaku are finding their rhythm together.

If Napoli performs up to their potential, they should be able to secure a comfortable victory. Experts predict a high-scoring match, as Como, despite their offensive strength, is not known for their defensive capabilities.

Squad News

Napoli
Napoli is almost at full strength, with no significant injury concerns. Key players like Scott McTominay, Romelu Lukaku, and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia are expected to start.

Como
Like their opponents, Como can field a strong lineup. However, coach Cesc Fabregas is likely to rotate his squad, giving players like Andrea Belotti a chance to start.

Predicted Lineups

Napoli (4-3-3):
Caprile; Di Lorenzo, Rrahmani, Buongiorno, Olivera; Anguissa, Lobotka, McTominay; Politano, Lukaku, Kvaratskhelia

Como (4-2-3-1):
Audero; Van Der Brempt, Dossena, Kempf, Moreno; Roberto, Perrone; Strefezza, Paz, Fadera; Cutrone

Statistics

Napoli scores an average of 1.83 goals per game while conceding 0.66 goals. Notably, Como has yet to win a match against teams in the top 10 of Serie A. This is an opportunity for Napoli to handle Como efficiently and continue their impressive form.

Goals Scored & Conceded

Prediction

Manager Antonio Conte is highly regarded for his ability to succeed in long-term competitions, which is why Napoli’s management chose him over other candidates. With no European commitments, Napoli’s players are in good physical condition.

On the other hand, Como lacks the squad depth to compete for a high position. Coach Cesc Fabregas must focus on survival, making it unsurprising if Napoli secures a comfortable win at home.

Predicted Score (via Sportsmole): Napoli 3-1 Como