We walk into matchday 17 of the Serie A, and things continue to be exciting with every game that passes. We still have a close fight at the top of the scoreboards with Inter trying to increase their lead on Juventus.
However, this Saturday, our focus is placed a little lower on the scoreboards, as we take a deep look at the clash between the 5th-placed Napoli, who is taking on the 8th-placed Roma at the Italian capital.
Things could get pretty interesting in this clash, so we prepare to see what develops.
When:
Saturday, December 23 at 2:45 pm ET in the Stadio Olimpico Tour
Moneyline odds:
Roma 3.08
Napoli 2.583
Draw Offs:
3.29
Where Can I Watch it?
Why Bet on Roma?
Roma will be the hosts for this clash, as the 8th-placed team comes at seven wins, four draws, and five losses but looking to bounce back into the win column after a loss in their most recent outing against Bologna.
Although ‘I Rossoblù’ are the surprise package of this season, it’s fair to say that they are in 4th due to the poor performance of other teams. ‘La Lupa’ is one of the disappointments of this edition, as the team was consistently fighting for a top-four berth under Jose Mourinho until this campaign. Their numbers are average for a midtable club (28 goals in favor and 19 against), and their defense has led them down plenty of times this campaign, with the offense being unable to respond.
However, the table is tight, and straightening the path could put them back on top, even in contention for third place, as AC Milan is another not-so-convincing team.
Why Bet on Napoli?
Napoli is at the 5th spot in the scoreboards, with eight wins, three draws, and five losses. However, three of those losses came in their last five matches. They won their most recent game, but a win over Cagliari doesn’t assure that the downward spiral is ending. Especially, considering that they come from being humiliated by the humble Frosinone in Coppa Italia.
The same history for Roma can be said for ‘Il Partenopei,’ although, their fall from grace has been more dramatic considering they are the champions. We all know the highs this team touched at around this time last season, but Spalleti’s departure, the sell-on of key pieces, and the failure to properly restructure had taken them down to earth dramatically.
However, the deathly duo of Osimhen and Kvaratskhelia is still there, so the hope of an awakening persists.
Final Betting Analysis: Roma vs. Napoli
Napoli is unbeaten in its last seven games against Roma. However, it’s hard to say that they currently have the level to easily sustaing that paternity. Notwithstanding, neither of the teams are indeed at their best.
‘La Lupa’ has been a competent side at home but faces a Napoli team that has been much better outside their home turf, where they have suffered most of this season’s humiliations. In this sense, we believe a draw with many goals may be the answer. Go for a 2-2.
Go for a draw at 3.29. If you bet $100 at such odds, you could get $229 for a total payout of $329.
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