One of the key matches on Serie A Matchday 3 is set for Saturday at the Artemio Franchi Stadium in Florence, where Fiorentina will take on Napoli. A prediction for the match outcome suggests a favorable probability.
Match Preview
Fiorentina, managed by Stefano Pioli, continues to display strong defensive strategies, particularly at home. In their last ten Serie A matches in Florence, they have conceded more than one goal just twice, and they managed to keep a clean sheet in six of those games.
While Fiorentina has not had the best start to this season, they have drawn twice and held Torino to a scoreless game. They have lost only two of their last 12 league matches, showcasing a positive trend.
Napoli, under Antonio Conte, appears solid, particularly defensively, as they haven’t conceded in their last four Serie A matches. They remain unbeaten at the start of the season and are currently tied at the top with Juventus.
Nevertheless, Napoli’s attacking capabilities have shown some weaknesses. In their last nine away league matches, they have only scored more than two goals on one occasion. Their away games often involve a more cautious approach, focusing on narrow wins.
Probable Lineups
- Fiorentina: De Gea, Comuzzo, Pongracic, Ranieri, Dodo, Fagioli, Mandragora, Gudmundsson, Zom, Gosens, Piccoli, Kean
- Napoli: Meret, Di Lorenzo, Rrahmani, Juan Jesus, Spinazzola, Politano, De Bruyne, Lobotka, Zambo Anguissa, McTominay, Lucca
Match Facts and Head-to-Head
- Fiorentina is unbeaten in their last six Serie A home matches.
- Napoli has conceded only once in their last six away league games.
- Fiorentina has kept a clean sheet in five of their last eight home matches.
Prediction
Both teams have strong defensive records, indicating that the match in Florence may not see many goals. Napoli often secures points but plays cautiously away, especially against well-organized defenses. A low-scoring game is expected.