| Napoli wins | Draw | Sporting Clube de Portugal wins |
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| 1.835 | 3.66 | 4.24 |
| Napoli | Sporting Clube de Portugal |
|---|---|
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LAST GAME: AC Milan 2 - 1 SSC Napoli
| LAST GAME: Estoril 0 - 1 Sporting CP
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Event Details
- Date and Time: Wednesday, October 1, 2025, 3 PM EDT
- Venue: Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, Naples, Italy
- Competition: UEFA Champions League
| Odds via 20Bet | |
| Napoli vs Sporting | Wednesday, October 1, 2025, 3 PM EDT |
| Napoli odds | -115 |
| Sporting odds | +320 |
| Draw | +270 |
| Over 2 | -263 |
| Betting Bonus | Up to 100 $/€ |
Napoli vs Sporting Preview and Team News
Napoli Team News
With Giovanni Di Lorenzo suspended and several key players sidelined with injuries, Napoli will have to rely heavily on their bench strength. Mathias Olviera is a doubtful starter due to a muscle injury, while Nikita Contini, Alessandro Buongiorno, and Romelu Lukaku have all been ruled out.
The Partenopei most recently lost 1-2 to rivals Milan in the Serie A. They maintained 64% possession in that encounter but were unable to capitalize on it in front of goal. Their xG came in at an impressive 2.96 after taking 19 shots, seven of which were on target and two were big chances.
In defense, Napoli made 12 tackles, three interceptions, and seven clearances. The hosts are expected to focus on staying compact at the back and building through wide spaces in their midfield. Striker Rasmus Hojlund will be fed balls by their midfielders with the hope of creating chances.
Napoli predicted lineup vs Sporting (4-1-4-1): Meret; Gutierrez, Jesus, Marianucci, Mazzocchi; Lobotka; McTominay, De Bruyne, Anguissa, Politano; Højlund.
Sporting Team News
Sporting have three key players ruled out of this game: Ousmane Diomande, Daniel Braganca, and Nuno Santos. Manager Rui Borges prefers a 4-2-3-1 formation, which has recently reaped them rich dividends, as evidenced by their four consecutive victories.
Against Estoril, whom they beat 1-0, the Lions impressed supporters with their slick touch-based play in the final third. Although striker Luis Suarez was the sole scorer in that encounter, winger Geovany Quenda stood out with a 75% accuracy in his passing. Fellow winger Pedro Goncalves was also sharp, completing 84% of his passes.
Goncalves played a crucial role in setting his teammates up with long balls, finishing with 100% accuracy on those attempts. In central defense, Goncalo Inacio completed a match-high 106 passes.
Sporting predicted lineup vs Napoli (4-2-3-1): Silva; Araujo, Inacio, Debast, Vagiannidis; Morita, Hjulmand; Goncalves, Trincao, Quenda; Suarez.
Napoli vs Sporting Prediction
- Pick: Napoli to win
- Odds: -115 (20Bet)
- Correct score prediction: Napoli 2-1 Sporting
Napoli have the upper hand over their opponents, and we expect them to come out on top. Under Antonio Conte, they’ve struck the right balance between being defensive and aggressive, and Sporting might just get a taste of this middle ground in this match.
The Partenopei also have two top midfielders in their ranks, Scott McTominay and Kevin De Bruyne, who will play big roles in setting their attackers up with weighted passes and through balls.
The Lions, meanwhile, lack Napoli’s level of experience, but will have to stick to their short passing tactics. If their defensive lapses let them down, Sporting will be in for a ride at the hands of the hosts’ attackers.
Napoli vs Sporting Prediction, Betting Tip
- Pick: Napoli to score the last goal
- Odds: -154 (20Bet)
Napoli are expected to score the final goal and seal the deal. The home team may be a tad short on attacking potential due to Lukaku’s injury, but new loanee Hojlund should improve on his sharpshooting record. The Dane, who arrived from Manchester United, is well known for his runs in the final third that leave defenders starstruck, but his positioning might need some work.
The Portuguese side, as mentioned, rely heavily on the services of Suarez, Trincao, Goncalves, and Quenda to score, but they’re likely to be outmaneuvered by the hosts. The visitors will need to sharpen their zonal marking if they are to keep Napoli in check. In defense, Sporting will need to be sharp in securing their positions and not leave any space on the flanks.
Napoli vs Sporting Where to Watch (USA, Canada)
- Paramount+, TUDN, DAZN (USA)
- DAZN (Canada)
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