Napoli vs Internazionale – Serie A – Preview

Posted on November 30, 2015 by Sreya

The Serie A will witness a clash between the primary contenders of the Scudetto this season when Napoli hosts Internazionale at San Paolo on Monday. Roberto Mancini’s side have taken thirty points in the thirteen games so far, while Napoli are just two points behind.

In a Serie A season which has already seen a lot of surprises, both these sides have been solid on the defensive aspect – a key trait which has helped Napoli and Internazionale establish themselves as firm favorites for the championship, come next season.

Maurizio Sarri has played a key role in revolutionizing the Neapolitans’ approach to matches this season, with shrewd signings and clever tactics. Roberto Mancini, on the other hand, have been instrumental as well to help Inter return to the fray after a few poor seasons.

Team News

According to FourFourTwo, while Napoli have seen Lorenzo Insigne shake off fitness concerns, Inter coach Roberto Mancini could be without Geoffrey Kondogbia following a knock to his thigh.

Thoughts From Both Camps

“It’s only right to dream and anyone who says they’re not dreaming of the Scudetto is lying. At the same time, what the coach says is also true, we have to take it one game at a time. When our fans are behind us we become even stronger. We need them and they need us, this is the perfect tandem to be successful.

I am still young and think I can still learn a great deal more. That is my only objective. We’ll study Inter, but after that must remain concentrated on doing what we know best.”

– Gonzalo Higuain, Napoli.

We have many flaws that need to be corrected, even though being first in November makes me happy for the lads. Monday won’t be decisive. Not for us and not for them. Things will be decided further ahead. There will come a game in which (Higuain) doesn’t score, and who knows? It may well be against us.

– Roberto Mancini, Internazionale.

Contributor’s Pick

According to Head-2-Head statistics, the last three matches between these to sides have ended in draws, with both Serie A fixtures last season ending in a 2-2 result. Also, Napoli have won their last seven home games between Serie A and Europa League, scoring 22 goals and conceding just two.

It should be a closely contested affair, with a win for either side being an extremely likely outcome, considering the current form of the forwards and attacking midfielders of both sides.