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

Gli Azzurri came out on top to secure an easy win in their last meeting against Rossoblu.

Napoli are ready to lock horns with Cagliari for the matchweek 2 fixture of the 2025-26 Serie A. Diego Armando Maradona Stadium is all set to witness the interesting clash between these teams.

Napoli have begun their title defence on a positive note. They are coming in after securing a 2-0 win against Sassuolo in their opening Serie A 2025-26 game.

The Antonio Conte-led side will be looking to continue their positive form. Gli Azzurri are set to be at home for their upcoming fixture, hence they will feel confident.

Cagliari held Fiorentina to a draw in their previous league game. Rossoblu came up with a goal in the dying moments of the game, which helped them earn a single point. The upcoming game is going to be a big task for the visitors, as their last few games against Napoli didn’t turn out too well for them.

Kick-off:

• Location: Naples, Italy
• Stadium: Diego Armando Maradona Stadium
• Date: Sunday, August 31
• Kick-off Time: 12:15 a.m. IST (Saturday, August 30; 06:45 p.m. GMT/ 02:45 p.m. ET/ 11:45 a.m. PT)
• Referee: Kevin Bonacina
• VAR: In use

Form:

Napoli: W

Cagliari: W-D

Players to Watch

Scott McTominay (Napoli)

Scott McTominay continued his form from the last season. The Scotland international was one of the goal scorers for Napoli in their opening fixture. The 28-year-old is going to be a crucial part of his side.

Now with Kevin De Bruyne by his side, McTominay is going to dominate the proceedings in the midfield.

Gianluca Gaetano (Cagliari)

The team with a dominating midfield is going to come out on top. Gianluca Gaetano can play an important role in helping his side stand a chance against the defending Serie A champions. Even though he failed to score a goal in the last game, he was able to secure a crucial assist.

Match Facts

• Napoli have scored 10 goals in their last five meetings against Cagliari.
• They are unbeaten in their last nine games against Cagliari.
• Gli Azzurri have secured two clean sheets in their last two matches against Rossoblu.

Napoli vs Cagliari: Betting Tips and Odds

• Napoli to win @1/3 Betway
• Lorenzo Lucca to score @15/4 Ladbrokes
• Goals under 3.5 @3/8 Betway

Injury and Team News

Romelu Lukaku and Miguel Gutierrez are unavailable for Napoli as they are injured.

Cagliari will be without the services of Boris Radunovic as he is injured. Leonardo Pavoletti might also miss out due to a lack of fitness.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 47

Napoli won: 23

Cagliari won: 7

Draws: 17

Predicted Lineups

Napoli predicted lineup (4-1-4-1)

Meret (GK); Di Lorenzo, Rrahmani, Jesus, Olivera; Lobotka; Politano, Anguissa, De Bruyne, McTominay; Lucca

Cagliari predicted lineup (4-3-1-2)

Caprile (GK); Zappa, Mina, Luperto, Obert; Adopo, Prati, Gaetano; Esposito; Borrelli, Folorunsho

Match Prediction

The hosts do have a strong squad and are going to have a big advantage with the home crowd on their side. Napoli are likely to come out on top to secure a win against Cagliari in their upcoming Serie A clash.

Prediction: Napoli 2-1 Cagliari

Telecast Details

India: N/A

Italy: Sky Sports, Now TV, DAZN

UK: DAZN

USA: Paramount+, DAZN

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