Bologna are on an impressive run, having won six games in a row across all competitions. Their latest victory came in the Coppa Italia semi-final, where they comfortably beat Empoli 3-0. Riccardo Orsolini continued his fine form with another goal, and Thijs Dallinga added two more thanks to assists from Dan Ndoye. With their place in the final almost secured, Bologna now shift focus to a crucial league game against Napoli.
They’ve been strong at home, winning their last six Serie A matches at the Stadio Renato Dall’Ara. However, they haven’t beaten Napoli at home since 2019, and the visitors have dominated recent meetings, winning 3-0 earlier this season.
Napoli are still in the title race, sitting just behind Inter Milan. Despite a patchy run of form, they returned from the international break with a big 2-1 win over AC Milan. Romelu Lukaku scored his 400th career goal in that match, and Matteo Politano also got on the scoresheet. Lukaku has a great record against Bologna, scoring five goals in his last five games against them.
Both sides have eight matches left, and while Napoli are chasing the title, Bologna are battling for a top-four finish and Champions League qualification. With both teams needing points, this promises to be a tight and tactical contest.
Bologna could be missing right-back Davide Calabria due to injury, while Santiago Castro is back in training and could start up front. Napoli may bring back Scott McTominay after illness, with only Leonardo Spinazzola a doubt.
It’s likely to be a close game, with both sides strong in defence and a lot at stake. A draw wouldn’t be surprising.
