Lazio vs Napoli Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Serie A 2025-26

10 points separate the two sides on the points table.

Matchday 18 of Serie A will bring us the action from Stadio Olimpico, where Lazio will host the reigning Italian champions, Napoli, in a high-stakes encounter.

The home side are currently placed eighth on the league table with 24 points to their name from their opening 17 matches. Lazio are coming into this game after playing back-to-back draws against Udinese and Cremonese. The Biancocelesti will be desperate to get back to winning ways.

Napoli, on the other hand, are currently placed third on the points table. With 11 wins, a draw, and four losses, they have accumulated 34 points from their opening 16 matches. The Blues are one of the favourites to win the league and retain their title this season.

After suffering a shocking away loss against Udinese on matchday 16, they bounced back with three consecutive wins. The team even secured the Supercoppa Italiana with a 2-0 victory over Bologna in the final.

Kickoff:

Location:  Rome, Italy

Stadium: Stadio Olimpico

Date & Kick-off Time: Sunday, January 4 – 05:00 pm IST/11:30 am GMT/03:30 am PT/06:30 am ET 

Referee: Stuart Attwell

VAR: In use

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— S.S.Lazio (@OfficialSSLazio) January 1, 2026

Form:

Lazio (in all competitions): D-D-W-D-W

Napoli (in all competitions): W-W-W-L-L

Players to watch out for:

Valentín Castellanos (Lazio)

The Argentine striker has been impressive for Lazio this season. Despite his recent dry patch in front of goal, Castellanos has been very influential with his anchor play and high pressing. He occupies the opposition defenders and makes space for his teammates very effectively.

He has also registered two goals and three assists this season.  

Rasmus Højlund (Napoli)

The Danish striker has rediscovered his best level ever since making a switch to Napoli from Manchester United. Despite this being his first season in the Italian top flight, Højlund has made an incredible impact. He has registered six goals and two assists in 12 league appearances.

Everything points towards him continuing this dominant run.

Match Facts:

• The last game between these two teams ended in a 2-2 draw.
• Lazio played a 1-1 draw against Udinese in their last game.
• Napoli won 2-0 against Cremonese in their last game. 

Lazio vs Napoli: Betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: Napoli to win – 1.55 by Stake
• Tip 2: Both teams to score – Yes – 1.71 by Dafabet
• Tip 3: Expected Goals – Over 2.5 – 1.62 by 1XBET

Injury and Team news:

Samuel Gigot and Nicolo Rovella will be unavailable for the home side due to their respective injuries.

Napoli, on the other hand are going through an injury crisis right now. They will be without the likes of Kevin De Bruyne, Frank Anguissa, Billy Gilmour, Alex Meret, Romelu Lukaku, Sam Beukema, and Mathias Olivera.

Head-to-Head:

Total matches: 43

Lazio won: 13

Napoli won: 20

Draws: 10

Predicted Lineups:

Lazio (4-3-3)

Provedel (GK); Marusic, Gila, Romagnoli, Pellegrini; Vecino, Cataldi, Belahyane; Cancellieri, Castellanos, Zaccagni

Napoli (3-4-2-1)

Milinkovic-Savic (GK); Di Lorenzo, Rrahmani, Juan Jesus; Politano, Lobotka, McTominay, Spinazzola; Neres, Elmas; Hojlund

Match Prediction:

The encounter is expected to be thrilling and close. However, considering their form, Napoli are expected to take all three points from their clash against Lazio.

Prediction: Lazio 1-2 Napoli

Telecast details:

India: DAZN

Italy: Sky Sports, DAZN

UK: DAZN

USA: Paramount+, DA

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