Empoli vs Napoli Prediction and Betting Tips | 20th October 2024
The 2024-25 edition of Serie A is back in action with another set of matches this weekend as Empoli take on Antonio Conte's Napoli side in an important clash at the Stadio Carlo Castellani on Sunday. The two teams have experienced contrasting fortunes this season and will want to win this game.
Empoli vs Napoli Preview
Napoli are at the top of the Serie A standings and have been in excellent form this season. The Neapolitan giants eased past Como by a comfortable 3-1 scoreline in their previous game and will look to achieve a similar result this weekend.
Empoli, on the other hand, are in 10th place in the league table and have been inconsistent over the past year. The home side suffered a 2-1 defeat at the hands of Lazio last week and will need to bounce back in this fixture.
Empoli vs Napoli Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- Empoli have a surprisingly good recent record against Napoli and have won nine out of the last 20 matches played between the two teams, as opposed to Napoli's seven victories.
- Empoli have won eight of their 22 matches against Napoli in Serie A - they do not have a better record against any other opponent in the history of the competition.
- After a run of four defeats on the trot against Napoli in Serie A, Empoli have won five of their last seven such games in the competition and won both their games against the Neapolitans last season.
- Napoli have won only two of their last 11 matches away from home against Empoli in Serie A, with their previous such victory coming by a 2-0 scoreline last year.
Empoli vs Napoli Prediction
Napoli have thrived under Antonio Conte this season and will be intent on making the most of their purple patch. Romelu Lukaku has been impressive for his side and will look to make his mark this weekend.
Empoli have an excellent record against Napoli but will be up against a formidable outfit on Sunday. Napoli are the better team on paper and should be able to win this game.
Prediction: Empoli 0-2 Napoli
Empoli vs Napoli Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result - Napoli to win
Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals - No
Tip 3: Napoli to keep a clean sheet - Yes
Tip 4: Romelu Lukaku to score - Yes