At Stadio Diego Armando Maradona on 25 October 2025, Napoli host Inter in a Serie A heavyweight clash between two sides with contrasting momentum - the defending champions wobbling, and the visitors hitting their stride.
Both Teams To Score: The Angle
The selection is BTTS – Yes. Both sides possess considerable attacking quality but show vulnerabilities at the back. Napoli’s recent collapse in Europe and loss to Torino highlight defensive fragility, yet they remain a force at home, usually finding the net even when under pressure. Inter, by contrast, arrive in top form with seven straight wins and an attack firing fluently, but they seldom escape without conceding in these high-tempo meetings.
Napoli: Unsteady but Still Threatening
A 6–2 defeat to PSV and the league loss at Torino raise alarm over structure and discipline. Still, at the Maradona, Napoli’s front line remains capable of turning any half-chance into a goal. Kvaratskhelia and Osimhen (if fit) provide directness and unpredictability, and their chemistry ensures that even during dips in form, they can trouble top defenses.
Inter: Ruthless Run Continues
Simone Inzaghi’s men are flying, combining resilience with ruthless finishing. Lautaro Martínez leads the line with authority, supported by an in-form midfield that sustains territorial pressure. Their clean-sheet record has improved, but in a venue like Naples, facing a wounded champion, a flawless defensive display remains unlikely.
Game Script & Risk Notes
Expect a tense but open match. Napoli’s need to restore confidence at home should drive them forward, while Inter’s current efficiency ensures they’ll exploit any defensive cracks. Both teams scoring aligns with the tempo and the recent history between them - each of the last three meetings ended 1–1. The only notable risk is Napoli collapsing early under pressure, but given their home scoring run, they should still find the net.
