Recap
Napoli squandered a two-goal advantage before ultimately suffering defeat against Inter in the Italian derby, providing a disappointing prelude to their Champions League campaign. Massimiliano Allegri’s side now face an extremely demanding opening fixture against the reigning English champions, Arsenal.
The Neapolitans also have significant squad problems heading into this clash, with several important players unavailable – Anguissa (3/0) and McTominay (2/0) are missing from midfield, while Buongiorno, one of the key defensive figures from last season with 33 appearances is also ruled out. Giovane and Marianucci complete the list of absences, further reducing Napoli’s options.
Arsenal have made an excellent start to the season and are playing with considerable confidence. Their squad depth, defensive stability and overall quality give them a clear advantage.