Napoli vs. Lazio Preview and Free Pick

This weekend, Matchday 15 of the Serie A brings us a very intriguing matchup as league leaders Napoli host a Lazio side eager to contend for the title.

Il Partenopei recently struggled but managed to edge past Torino with a narrow 1-0 victory, keeping their hold on the top spot in Italian football.

Meanwhile, Il Aquile saw its impressive winning streak come to an end with a 3-1 loss to Parma.

Napoli vs. Lazio betting odds and Info

Why bet on Napoli?

Napoli heads into this match as the league leader with 32 points from ten wins, two draws, and two losses. They hold a slim one-point lead over Atalanta, while both Inter and Fiorentina trail with 28 units and a game in hand, meaning up to three teams could potentially sit just one point behind them.

This Partenopei side hasn’t been as dominant as the one from two years ago, relying heavily on strong defensive performances to secure most of their points. With just nine goals conceded, they boast the second-best defense in the league, only behind Juventus (8). However, their offense has struggled, netting only 21 goals — the lowest tally among the top seven teams.

They are unbeaten in their last three matches, drawing 1-1 with Inter and then securing back-to-back 1-0 victories against Roma at home and Torino away. Over their last seven games, they’ve averaged just one goal per match, further highlighting their offensive challenges. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Romelu Lukaku are their top scorers, each with five goals.

At home, Napoli has been solid, with six wins and only one defeat — a painful 0-3 loss to Atalanta early last month.

Why bet on Lazio?

This season’s Lazio is much improved compared to last year, evoking memories of their team from two years ago when they finished as runners-up. With 28 points, they currently sit in fifth place with nine wins, one draw, and four losses.

Under Marco Baroni’s leadership, Lazio was on a great run with five consecutive Serie A victories, along with two wins and a draw in the Europa League. However, they stumbled last weekend, losing 3-1 on the road to Parma. The only bright spot from that match was Valentín Castellanos scoring again after a five-game drought.

Following the departure of Ciro Immobile, the Argentine striker has taken on the scoring mantle, leading the team with six goals. Another standout in their offense is Nuno Tavares. The left-back has been a lethal weapon on the flank, providing eight assists — more than any other player in Serie A. However, he missed the last two games due to injury, during which Lazio failed to win: a goalless draw versus Ludogorets and a loss to Parma. The Portuguese player is expected to return for the match against Napoli.

Also on the injury list are Matías Vecino and Boulaye Dia. The Senegalese forward is expected to be fit for the weekend, but it’s unlikely the Uruguayan midfielder will be included in the squad.

Final Betting Analysis: Napoli vs. Lazio

The last time these two teams faced each other was on January 28 this year in the Italian capital, ending in a 0-0 draw. Meanwhile, the last two meetings in Naples were victories for Lazio, with scores of 1-2 and 0-1. Napoli hasn’t beaten Lazio since September 3, 2022 (one draw and two losses).

The numbers at Gambyl Exchange favor Napoli, with a Moneyline of 1.89, while Lazio is at 4.56, and the draw stands at 3.73.

Napoli is under pressure to win to maintain its top spot, but they haven’tbeen showing much strength lately. On the other hand, despite their recent loss, Lazio has displayed many positive signs. However, we believe a tight win for the locals is on the horizon. Go for a 2-1.

Go for a win for Napoli. If you bet $100 at 1.89, you will gain $89 for a total payout of $189.

Napoli vs. Lazio Betting Pick: Napoli