Empoli vs Napoli Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 20 Oct 2024

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We’re not convinced that Empoli and Napoli score three or more goals between them. As a result, we’ll visit the Total Goals market and bet on Under 2.5 which is priced at odds of -138.

1-0 Victory for Empoli in Previous H2H Clash

Empoli were beaten in their last game. On their travels, they suffered a 2-1 loss against Lazio at Stadio Olimpico, Rome. Roberto D'Aversa's men had 41% of possession and two shots on target, with Sebastiano Esposito scoring the goal.

Napoli made it back-to-back victories after a 3-1 home win over Como at Diego Armando Maradona. Gli Azzurri had 40% possession and managed six shots on goal, while Scott McTominay, Romelu Lukaku and David Neres were on the scoresheet.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Empoli have claimed victories in the last two encounters against Napoli. At Diego Armando Maradona, the scoreline was 1-0 and then we saw 1-0 at Stadio Carlo Castellani. The past 8 meetings between these teams have seen five Empoli wins.

3 wins, 2 losses and 5 draws, averaging 0.9 goals from 2.9 shots on goal and 9.7 attempts. Empoli have had 37.5% possession, 293.9 passes and 4.4 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 0.8 goals from 3.3 shots on goal and 14.4 attempts, while being awarded 6.1 corners.

The four top scorers are Sebastiano Esposito, Lorenzo Colombo, Emmanuel Quartsin Gyasi and M'Baye Niang, with these players all scoring 2 goals. Tino Anjorin, Giuseppe Pezzella and Lorenzo Colombo are tied for the most assists on 1, with goalie Devis Vasquez managing 4 clean sheets.

Napoli have won 5, lost 2 and drawn 3, with an average of 1.6 goals from 15.1 attempts and 4.4 shots on goal. The Naples team average 49.2% possession, 456.9 passes, 4.6 corners awarded and 3.4 corners against them, while conceding 0.9 goals from 10.6 attempts and 2.7 shots on goal.

The top scorers have been Khvicha Kvaratskhelia with 4, Romelu Lukaku on 3 and Giovanni Di Lorenzo 2. Romelu Lukaku is top assists provider with 4, while Alex Meret and Elia Caprile have kept 3 clean sheets between them in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Empoli confirmed lineup (3-5-2): Devis Vasquez (GK), Saba Goglichidze, Ardian Ismajli, Mattia Viti, Emmanuel Quartsin Gyasi, Tino Anjorin, Alberto Grassi, Jacopo Fazzini, Giuseppe Pezzella, Sebastiano Esposito, Lorenzo Colombo.

Napoli confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Elia Caprile (GK), Giovanni Di Lorenzo, Amir Rrahmani, Alessandro Buongiorno, Leonardo Spinazzola, Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa, Billy Gilmour, Scott McTominay, Matteo Politano, Romelu Lukaku, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.

Empoli vs Napoli Prediction & Betting Tips

The betting sites provide us with the chance to bet on Under 2.5 Goals and we really like this pick. The two sides could contest a low-scoring Serie A clash and a price of -138 sticks out.

Team news plays a valuable role and we’re always monitoring the players who have an injury concern. We’ve also got a handle on the form guide, with plenty of data provided which puts you in the picture in terms of stats.

Key Empoli vs Napoli league stats:

• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 8 of the last 10 Empoli games at home.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 4 of the last 5 Empoli games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 3 Empoli games at home.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 10 of the last 19 Napoli games on the road.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 4 games between these teams.

Under 2.5 Probability

The betting sites make it a 57.9% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. Taking all factors into consideration, our tipsters think there’s a stronger chance of success and have a probability interval between 60-65%. This bet can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Empoli 0 - 2 Napoli

There are betting odds of +600 that Napoli land a 2-0 victory. The correct score option is popular due to the potential return that can be achieved.

Empoli vs Napoli Odds

Napoli are the -149 favourites and that means a 60% chance of winning this Serie A match according to the betting odds at the bookies. At +460, Empoli are regarded as having a lower probability of winning this match.

The odds suggest that Under 2.5 Goals is the likelier outcome in this match.

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Full-Time Result

1

+460

X

+265

2

-149

Half-Time Result

1

+430

X

+123

2

+123

Double Chance

1X

+117

12

-345

X2

-667

Draw No Bet

1

+295

2

-417

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.75

-106

2 Hcp -0.75

-118

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-122

Over 2.5

-100

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-110

No

-127

Empoli vs Napoli Lineups & Team News

It’s great to get the latest lineups for the match, with injuries being flagged up thanks to our up-to-date Empoli vs Napoli team news.

The Serie A squads highlight the star players operating for every team in the division.

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