Bologna vs Napoli predictions ahead of Sunday’s Serie A clash. Napoli come into the game on the back of a midweek Champions League victory. Can they extend their form to the Serie A or will Bologna cause them problems? Read on for all our free predictions and betting tips.
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Bologna vs Napoli Predictions
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A Clash of Titans in Search of Redemption
Key Stats
– Bologna’s home prowess is evident, remaining unbeaten in eight of their last nine Serie A games.
– Victor Osimhen’s impressive history against Bologna marks him as a player to watch.
Fresh from inaugurating their Champions League venture with a victory, Napoli gear up to solidify their Serie A dominance this Sunday against Bologna. The Partenopei’s recent voyages to Stadio Dall’Ara have been fruitful, boasting victories in four of their last seven visits. However, with a slightly turbulent beginning to this season, Napoli precariously sit a mere two points above their hosts.
Napoli’s Narrow Escapes
While they engineered superior opportunities against Braga, Napoli narrowly averted a draw. Although Victor Osimhen was thwarted by vigilant defending, Napoli’s breakthrough came from captain Giovanni Di Lorenzo just before halftime. But, in a nail-biting twist, they were compelled to rely on an accidental own goal to clutch the coveted Group C win after Braga managed to level the score.
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This win was especially significant for coach Rudi Garcia. Following Luciano Spalletti’s celebrated tenure, Garcia’s appointment wasn’t met with universal approval, intensified by some recent Serie A mishaps. The unanticipated loss to Lazio was exacerbated by a harrowing encounter against Genoa, which saw Napoli scramble to rescue a point. Alarmingly, Napoli have found themselves trailing for 101 minutes in just four matches, a statistic that contrasts their last season’s outstanding performance where they lagged for merely 84 minutes. Now trailing by five points behind Serie A frontrunners, Inter, Napoli must strive to close this widening gap.
Bologna’s Steady Stride
In stark contrast, Bologna, with five points from four games, hold a commendable record against Napoli. The Rossoblu demonstrated their mettle last season, drawing 2-2 in a thrilling encounter. History, however, does lean in favour of Napoli, as Bologna’s victory at home against the Campanian side remains a distant memory from May 2019.
After a satisfying win against Cagliari, Bologna experienced a subdued draw versus Hellas Verona. Despite their commendable ball possession, converting this dominance into goals remains elusive. Yet, Bologna’s formidable home record, staying unbeaten in eight of their last nine league encounters, hints at a potential challenge for the visiting Napoli.
Line-up Speculations
Napoli’s defence will likely witness reshuffling due to Amir Rrahmani’s injury. Prospects for the forward line include Giacomo Raspadori, Jesper Lindstrom, and Eljif Elmas. However, eyes will undoubtedly be on Victor Osimhen, despite his recent goal drought.
Bologna, on the other hand, anticipates the debut of Alexis Saelemaekers post-injury. While Joshua Zirkzee is poised to spearhead the attack, the likes of Lewis Ferguson, Jesper Karlsson, and Remo Freuler will likely reinforce him.
Predictions Based on Performance Metrics
- Match Outcome: Analysing Napoli’s recent form and their evident vulnerabilities, coupled with Bologna’s respectable home record, a Draw seems to be a plausible outcome for this match.
- Correct Score Prediction: Considering both teams’ offensive and defensive metrics, a scoreline of 2-2 seems likely, echoing their previous encounter.
- Goalscorer Prediction: Victor Osimhen stands out, having netted five times against Bologna in prior Serie A clashes. Despite his recent goal scarcity, he remains Napoli’s primary attacking threat and is our pick to score during the match.
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