Serie A 2025-2026: Roma vs Napoli Prediction

Roma

Home Team
59%
VS

Napoli

Away Team
20%
Draw: 21%
Over 2.5: 48%
Under 2.5: 52%
Goal: 53%
No Goal: 47%

Current Standings

Pos Team Pl W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Roma 12 9 0 3 15 6 9 27
2 Milan 12 7 4 1 18 9 9 25
3 Napoli 12 8 1 3 19 11 8 25
4 Inter 12 8 0 4 26 13 13 24
5 Bologna 12 7 3 2 21 8 13 24
6 Como 12 5 6 1 17 7 10 21
7 Juventus 12 5 5 2 15 11 4 20
8 Lazio 12 5 3 4 15 9 6 18
9 Sassuolo 12 5 2 5 16 14 2 17
10 Udinese 12 4 3 5 12 20 -8 15
11 Cremonese 12 3 5 4 13 16 -3 14
12 Torino 12 3 5 4 11 21 -10 14
13 Atalanta 12 2 7 3 14 14 0 13
14 Cagliari 12 2 5 5 12 17 -5 11
15 Parma 12 2 5 5 9 15 -6 11
16 Pisa 12 1 7 4 10 16 -6 10
17 Lecce 12 2 4 6 8 16 -8 10
18 Genoa 12 1 5 6 11 19 -8 8
19 Fiorentina 12 0 6 6 10 19 -9 6
20 Verona 12 0 6 6 7 18 -11 6

Advanced Metrics (Last 5 games)

Roma

Average Expected Goals (xG): 1.48
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 1.05
# Clean Sheets: 2

Napoli

Average Expected Goals (xG): 1.73
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 1.38
# Clean Sheets: 2

Key Prediction Insights

The upcoming clash between Roma and Napoli sees the home side with a significant edge, holding a 59.0% probability of victory. Roma, currently sitting at the top of the Serie A standings, is expected to triumph over third-placed Napoli. The goal tally is predicted to fall under 2.5, with a 48.0% probability, indicating a potentially tight contest.

Match Analysis

Roma enters this fixture displaying a solid run of form, having secured two wins in their last three outings. Victories over Cremonese and Udinese have bolstered their position at the top, despite a narrow 1-0 loss to Milan. Defensively, Roma has been resolute, conceding an average of just 0.6 goals in their last five matches, with two clean sheets to their name. On the other hand, Napoli's recent performances have been somewhat inconsistent. While they managed an impressive 3-1 victory against Atalanta, they stumbled away to Bologna and were held to a goalless draw by Como. Napoli's defensive frailties are evident, as they have allowed an average of 1.2 goals per match over their last five games, matching their average goals scored in the same period. Despite this, their expected goals (xG) of 1.726 indicate Napoli's potential to create scoring opportunities.

Final Prediction

Roma's superior defensive record and consistent form provide them with a distinct advantage in this matchup. Their ability to limit opponents' scoring chances could be pivotal against a Napoli side that struggles to find consistency. A key factor to watch will be how Napoli navigates Roma's defensive setup, especially given their higher expected goals. This encounter promises to be a tactical battle where Roma's defensive prowess might just tip the scales in their favor.