Preview: Napoli vs. Atalanta BC - prediction, live stream , lineups

The upcoming Serie A match between Napoli and Atalanta BC promises to be a compelling encounter, as both teams have demonstrated impressive form in recent weeks. Napoli, currently leading the league, aims for their seventh consecutive victory following a strong 2-0 win against AC Milan. In contrast, Atalanta arrives in Naples with a four-match winning streak, including a recent triumph over Monza. The historical context adds intrigue; Atalanta previously secured a 3-0 victory during their last visit to Naples .

Napoli's star duo, Romelu Lukaku and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, both found the net in the first half, sealing another victory and pushing the Partenopei 11 points ahead of Milan in the standings, though Napoli have played one game more.

Last season, the visitors enjoyed a 3-0 win in Naples, ending a run of four straight Serie A defeats to Napoli. While the squad hasn't drastically changed, their cohesion certainly has. Just months later, Atalanta lifted the Europa League trophy, and after a rocky start to this season, they are now beginning to meet expectations with stronger performances.

Form:

Napoli (in all competitions): W-W-W-W-W

Atalanta (in all competitions): W-D-W-W-W

Napoli possible starting lineup: Meret; Di Lorenzo, Rrahmani, Buongiorno, Olivera; Anguissa, Lobotka; Politano, McTominay, Kvaratskhelia; Lukaku

Atalanta BC possible starting lineup: Carnesecchi; Djimsiti, Hien, Kolasinac; Bellanova, Ederson, De Roon, Ruggeri; De Ketelaere, Lookman; Retegui

As for the visitors, Marco Brescianini remains out, joining long-term injuries Gianluca Scamacca and Giorgio Scalvini. Marten de Roon is likely to pair with Ederson in the middle of the park.

In attack, Mateo Retegui has hit form, with four goals in his first five away matches. The Italy striker currently leads the Capocannoniere race by three goals after ten rounds.

Atalanta BC possible XI: Carnesecchi; Djimsiti, Hien, Kolasinac; Bellanova, Ederson, De Roon, Ruggeri; De Ketelaere, Lookman; Retegui

 live stream

The central match of Serie A's Matchday 11 will take place in Naples. Both teams are in good form, so we have every reason to expect a thrilling encounter. I won't venture to predict a specific result, but theoretically, both teams should find the back of the net.

Key players will likely influence the match's outcome significantly. Napoli's Romelu Lukaku and Khvicha Kvaratshkelia are expected to lead the attack against Atalanta’s Lazar Samardzic and Davide Zappacosta . Analysts predict that Napoli will maintain their home dominance with a projected scoreline of 3-1. However, some experts believe that Atalanta could disrupt this winning momentum (Fisichella, 2024), indicating an unpredictable yet thrilling contest ahead.

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