Match Details
The upcoming match between Napoli and Atalanta is scheduled to take place on March 30, 2024, at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona. It is a Serie A regular season match, and the odds currently favor Napoli with a winning probability of 2.09.
Head-to-Head Comparison
Napoli and Atalanta have faced each other several times in the past. In their most recent encounter on November 25, 2023, Napoli emerged victorious with a scoreline of 2-1. Over the years, these two teams have provided exciting matches with plenty of goals. Matches between them often see an average of more than three goals per game.
Team Form: Napoli
Napoli has been showing mixed form recently in all competitions. In their last six matches, they have won two games, lost one game, and drawn three games. They have scored a total of 12 goals while conceding eight goals during this period. Currently positioned seventh in Serie A standings with 45 points and a goal difference of +11.
In their most recent match against Inter Milan in Serie A, they managed to secure a hard-fought draw with a scoreline of 1-1. Juan Jesus scored for Inter Milan in the 81st minute before Napoli equalized through an own goal by Inter’s defense.
Team Form: Atalanta
Atalanta has had an inconsistent run of results lately, especially in away matches. Out of their last six games across all competitions on away grounds, they have won only one game while losing two and drawing three matches. During this period, they managed to score six goals but conceded ten goals.
In their postponed match against Fiorentina earlier this month due to unforeseen circumstances beyond control resulted in a null scoreline. Atalanta will be eager to bounce back and secure a positive result in their upcoming clash against Napoli.
Key Players
For Napoli, Victor Osimhen has been in fine form, scoring 13 goals in 24 appearances this season. His ability to find the back of the net consistently makes him a key player for Napoli’s attacking prowess. Additionally, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has also impressed with his ten goals and four assists, providing creativity and goal-scoring threat from midfield.
Atalanta’s Teun Koopmeiners has been influential in midfield, contributing 12 goals and four assists so far this season. His ability to control the game and provide accurate passes makes him a vital cog in Atalanta’s system. Gianluca Scamacca is another player to watch out for, having scored nine goals already this campaign.
Statistical Insights
Looking at recent results, Napoli has won two out of their last six matches across all competitions, while Atalanta has managed only one victory during the same period. Both teams have shown vulnerabilities defensively by conceding more than they would like.
Napoli’s home form has been relatively inconsistent this season with six wins out of fourteen matches played at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona. On the other hand, Atalanta’s away record hasn’t been impressive either with only four wins from fourteen away matches.
Based on recent performances and statistical analysis, it is expected that both teams will contribute to the goal tally. The match could potentially see an entertaining contest between two attacking-minded sides.
Prediction: Napoli 2 – 1 Atalanta
Considering Napoli’s slightly better form and home advantage, they are favored to come out on top in this encounter against Atalanta. However, it is anticipated to be a closely contested match with both teams showcasing their attacking prowess. A 2-1 victory for Napoli seems like the most likely outcome based on current form and head-to-head history.
