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Round 1 - Serie A

Genoa CFC VS SSC Napoli

Stadio Luigi Ferraris

22 August, 2026

Overview:

Genoa CFC host SSC Napoli in a Serie A match-up where Napoli are expected to control more of the game, while Genoa will likely rely on compact defending and set-piece chances. Genoa’s early-season league record shows limited attacking output and a negative goal difference, which makes Napoli the stronger side on paper.[1][3]

Recent H2H results: Napoli edge recent meetings

Prediction:

Based on current form and stats, we expect a close contest with a final score of 0-2 in favor of SSC Napoli.
Genoa will probably defend in a compact block and target set pieces, while Napoli should try to stretch the game, exploit wide areas, and force Genoa into prolonged defending. If Napoli score first, Genoa’s ability to stay patient may be tested, and the match could open up late.
Napoli’s stronger overall form and Genoa’s low scoring profile point toward an away advantage, but Genoa’s set-piece threat gives them a realistic chance to keep the margin narrow.

Last Update: 26-07-2026

Stats:

Genoa CFC SSC Napoli
Expected Possession
42.5 57.5
Average Goals Per Match
0.5 1.8
Win Probability
18 58
Position Team Won Drawn Lost Points
1 Inter 27 6 5 87
2 Napoli 23 7 8 76
3 Roma 23 4 11 73
4 Como 1907 20 11 7 71
5 Milan 20 10 8 70
6 Juventus 19 12 7 69
7 Atalanta 15 14 9 59
8 Bologna 16 8 14 56
9 Lazio 14 12 12 54
10 Udinese 14 8 16 50
11 Sassuolo 14 7 17 49
12 Torino 12 9 17 45
13 Parma 11 12 15 45
14 Cagliari 11 10 17 43
15 Fiorentina 9 15 14 42
16 Genoa 10 11 17 41
17 Lecce 10 8 20 38
18 Cremonese 8 10 20 34
19 Verona 3 12 23 21
20 AC Pisa 2 12 24 18
Name Club Country Matches Goals Assists
L. Martínez INT ARG 33 17 6
A. Douvikas COM GRE 38 14 1
D. Malen ROM NET 18 14 2
M. Thuram-Ulien INT FRA 31 13 6

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