Napoli face a crucial UEFA Champions League clash against Chelsea as they aim to secure their spot in the playoffs. A win will be essential for the Italian side to stay in contention and advance to the next stage of the competition and I suggest a betting option for this clash.
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Napoli vs Chelsea: Match Facts and Head-to-Head
Napoli have won only one of their last six matches, while Chelsea have won three in a row. Napoli remain unbeaten at home this season, and Chelsea have won their last two away games.
Chelsea have scored in every match this season and have not lost any game without conceding. In 31% of matches, Chelsea scored in both halves. Napoli and Chelsea have met twice before, with Napoli winning 3–1 and Chelsea winning 4–1.
Napoli vs Chelsea: Match Preview
Napoli are still fighting to reach the UEFA Champions League playoffs. They currently sit in 25th place and must beat Chelsea to have a chance of advancing to the round of 32. They are level on points with four other teams but are behind on tiebreakers. In their last match, Napoli lost 0–3 away to Juventus. At home, however, they remain unbeaten this season.
Chelsea have been impressive this season, scoring in every match. They recently beat Crystal Palace 3–1. In the Champions League, Chelsea have already secured a playoff spot, though their final position in the group is still undecided. A win in this match would guarantee them direct qualification to the round of 16.
Probable Line-ups
- Napoli: Meret; Di Lorenzo, Jesus, Buongiorno; Spinazzola, Lobotka, McTominay, Gutierrez; Vergara, Elmas; Hojlund
- Chelsea: Sanchez; Gusto, Fofana, Badiashile, Cucurella; James, Caicedo; Pedro Neto, Fernandez, Garnacho; Joao Pedro
Prediction
Napoli will be highly motivated as they are currently outside the playoff zone and will push to attack and win. Chelsea are likely to play on the counter and take their chances. A good betting option is Chelsea to score over 1.5 goals.
CHELSEA OVER 1.5 TEAM GOAL
