Napoli vs Inter Prediction 03.12.2023
Napoli
0 : 3
Inter Milan
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- Competition: Italy - Serie A
- Date: Sunday, 3rd, December 2023
- Kickoff: 19:45 UK/20.45 CEST
- Venue: Stadio Diego Armando Maradona (Naples)
The Scudetto defender will take on the current Serie A leader as Napoli and Inter face each other at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona to conclude Sunday's program.
Walter Mazzarri's coaching mandate with the current Serie A titleholder couldn't have had a better commencement, as they claimed a huge three points in a tough away clash against Atalanta, securing a late 2-1 victory with a goal from substitute Eljif Elmas. However, Napoli's appearance in the current season sharply contrasts with that golden team led by Luciano Spalletti, which ended a 33-year wait for the Scudetto, reflected in their daunting eight-point deficit behind the current Serie A leader. This weekend, the Southern Italian club will deploy all its resources to reduce the point deficit further, yet to succeed, they must metamorphose into the team from the previous term.
Sitting atop the Serie A standings, Inter has displayed the utmost prowess in the ongoing season, and it's no wonder they've left the other 19 teams trailing in their wake, amassing an impressive 32 points from the first 13 league fixtures. In fact, Simone Inzaghi's chosen ones failed to break away on the Serie A table last weekend, being forced to settle for a 1-1 draw against second-placed Juventus, maintaining a slim two-point advantage over the Turin club. While the Nerazzurri revel in an impressive season, positioning themselves as serious contenders for the championship title, Sunday's clash against the current champion will serve as a stringent test of their strength and quality.
Napoli vs Inter Betting Tips : BTTS
There's no doubt that sparks will fly from the first referee's whistle when the fresh champions Napoli collide with the current leaders Inter. Simultaneously, it will be a clash between the two currently most fervent attacking forces in Serie A, and as such, both nets are expected to ripple multiple times during the intense and captivating 90 minutes at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona. The return of the goal machine Victor Osimhen, following a few weeks on the sidelines due to back issues, particularly delights the loyal fans, knowing that with the Nigerian in the attack, Napoli can unsettle the best side in the league so far this season.
The Nerazzurri, facing a three-goal deficit at halftime in Lisbon, executed a remarkable turnaround midweek, erasing Benfica's lead within a mere 17 minutes of the second half to ultimately clinch a thrilling 3-3 draw. With their brilliant comeback, Inter sent a clear message to the defending Scudetto champions that they are heading to Naples with the intention to reaffirm their dominance in Serie A. Martinez and Thuram, the deadly combination, serve as a legal nightmare for rival goalkeepers, with Inter leading the Serie A goal-scoring charts with 30 goals and maintaining a constant presence on the scoreboard from the outset of the campaign.
We anticipate that the Argentine-French pair will find a way to break through Napoli's defensive block, which has displayed serious vulnerabilities, especially at home, conceding at least one goal in seven consecutive matches on their turf across all competitions. Furthermore, the head-to-head encounters between the two sides at the Stadio Maradona have become synonymous with goals, as the BTTS bet has been successful in each of the last six matchups in a row. All in all, we anticipate a true football feast, with a high-scoring stalemate full of opportunities and goals likely on the cards.
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Napoli vs Inter Milan Head to Head (H2H) stats
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Napoli
3 : 1
Inter Milan
Serie A
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Inter Milan
1 : 0
Napoli
Serie A
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Napoli
1 : 1
Inter Milan
Serie A
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Inter Milan
3 : 2
Napoli
Serie A
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Napoli
1 : 1
Inter Milan
Serie A
Napoli team news
The newly appointed coach Walter Mazzarri is grappling with issues at the left-back position, with Uruguayan Mathias Olivera suffering a knee sprain during last week's 2-1 triumph in Bergamo against Atalanta, joining the already injured Mario Rui.
As a result, Juan Jesus is expected to fill the left-back role, while the status of Piotr Zielinski hangs in the balance, following the Polish player's departure from Santiago Bernabeu midweek with an evident injury.
Last matches of Napoli
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Napoli
2 : 1
Cagliari
Serie A
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Napoli
2 : 0
Braga
Champions League
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Juventus
1 : 0
Napoli
Serie A
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Napoli
0 : 3
Inter Milan
Serie A
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Real Madrid
4 : 2
Napoli
Champions League
Napoli lineup
Goalkeeper
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1
Alex Meret
Defenders
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5
Juan Jesus
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13
Amir Rrahmani
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3
Natan
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22
Giovanni Di Lorenzo
Midfielders
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68
Stanislav Lobotka
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99
Frank Anguissa
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7
Eljif Elmas
Forwards
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77
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia
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9
Victor Osimhen
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21
Matteo Politano
Inter team news
With a confirmed place in the Champions League's knockout stage, coach Simone Inzaghi made the midweek decision to provide an opportunity for reserves, ensuring that key players are well-rested for the Saturday showdown against the reigning Italian champions.
However, Inter will still be without this summer's acquisition Benjamin Pavard, expected to remain sidelined until 2024, while Alessandro Bastoni will have to undergo several tests before the medical team determines his readiness for a return.
Last matches of Inter Milan
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Lazio
0 : 2
Inter Milan
Serie A
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Inter Milan
0 : 0
Real Sociedad
Champions League
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Inter Milan
4 : 0
Udinese
Serie A
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Napoli
0 : 3
Inter Milan
Serie A
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Benfica
3 : 3
Inter Milan
Champions League
Inter Milan lineup
Goalkeeper
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1
Yann Sommer
Defenders
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6
Stefan de Vrij
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15
Francesco Acerbi
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36
Matteo Darmian
Midfielders
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32
Federico Dimarco
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23
Nicolo Barella
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20
Hakan Calhanoglu
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22
Henrikh Mkhitaryan
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7
Juan Cuadrado
Forwards
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10
Lautaro Martinez
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9
Marcus Thuram
4 Reasons why we expect BTTS
- Napoli has witnessed BTTS in six of their last seven home matches across all competitions.
- Inter has found the back of the net in all of their 18 matches this season across all fronts.
- Inter has been winless in their last two competitive matches, conceding four goals in the process.
- Each of the last six head-to-head matches between these sides, played at Stadio Maradona, has featured goals in both nets.
Main prediction Napoli - Inter Milan
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Draw
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Napoli & Inter Milan current standing in Serie A
Regular Season | P | W | D | L |
G - A
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GD | Pts | |
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1 | Inter | 17 | 14 | 2 | 1 | 41 - 7 | +34 | 44 |
2 | Juventus | 17 | 12 | 4 | 1 | 26 - 11 | +15 | 40 |
3 | Milan | 17 | 10 | 3 | 4 | 31 - 20 | +11 | 33 |
4 | Bologna | 17 | 8 | 7 | 2 | 21 - 12 | +9 | 31 |
5 | Fiorentina | 17 | 9 | 3 | 5 | 26 - 18 | +8 | 30 |
6 | Roma | 17 | 8 | 4 | 5 | 30 - 19 | +11 | 28 |
7 | Napoli | 17 | 8 | 3 | 6 | 28 - 21 | +7 | 27 |
8 | Atalanta | 17 | 8 | 2 | 7 | 28 - 20 | +8 | 26 |
9 | Lazio | 17 | 7 | 3 | 7 | 18 - 18 | 0 | 24 |
10 | Torino | 17 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 15 - 17 | -2 | 24 |
11 | Monza | 17 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 16 - 18 | -2 | 21 |
12 | Lecce | 17 | 4 | 8 | 5 | 19 - 23 | -4 | 20 |
13 | Genoa | 17 | 5 | 4 | 8 | 18 - 22 | -4 | 19 |
14 | Frosinone | 17 | 5 | 4 | 8 | 22 - 28 | -6 | 19 |
15 | Sassuolo | 17 | 4 | 4 | 9 | 25 - 32 | -7 | 16 |
16 | Hellas Verona | 17 | 3 | 5 | 9 | 15 - 23 | -8 | 14 |
17 | Udinese | 17 | 1 | 11 | 5 | 15 - 28 | -13 | 14 |
18 | Cagliari | 17 | 3 | 4 | 10 | 16 - 31 | -15 | 13 |
19 | Empoli | 17 | 3 | 3 | 11 | 10 - 30 | -20 | 12 |
20 | Salernitana | 17 | 1 | 6 | 10 | 14 - 36 | -22 | 9 |