Napoli vs Juventus Preview: Napoli Struggling with Injuries, Difficult to Defeat the Zebras at Home

At 03:45 on December 8th Beijing time, the 14th round of Serie A features a heavyweight clash with Napoli hosting Juventus.

Key points for Napoli vs Juventus are as follows:

First:Team SituationsAfter 13 rounds in Serie A, Napoli holds 9 wins, 1 draw, and 3 losses with 28 points, ranking third, while Juventus has 6 wins, 5 draws, and 2 losses with 23 points, ranking seventh. In the last Serie A match, Napoli secured a 1-0 away win against Roma, achieving two consecutive league wins. In the midweek Coppa Italia, they rotated heavily and drew 1-1 with Cagliari, advancing after a penalty shootout. Juventus defeated Cagliari 2-1 at home, remaining unbeaten in the last five league rounds with 3 wins and 2 draws. They also advanced in the Coppa Italia by beating Udinese 2-0 midweek.

Second:Napoli’s Injury Crisis Makes It Hard to Defeat Juventus at Home and Lose Top SpotIn this round of Serie A, Inter Milan played earlier and thrashed Como 4-0 at home to take the top spot. Napoli faces Juventus but, due to many injuries in their midfield and attack, it will be tough to beat Juventus at home, especially with Juventus unbeaten in five matches and showing improved form. If Napoli drops points this round, they will miss the chance to lead the Serie A standings after playing first. Napoli remains undefeated at home this season, while Juventus has conceded goals in their last eight away matches. Considering all factors, a draw seems the most likely outcome.

In their last six encounters, Napoli holds the advantage with 4 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss.

Injury and Suspension Updates: Napoli hasMeret, Gutierrez, Gilmo, Anguissa, Lobotka, De Bruyne, Lukaku; Juventus hasBremer, Rugani, Gatti, Milik, Vlahovic.