Napoli Must Bounce Back Against Struggling Sassuolo at Home

Italy Serie A  -  Napoli VS Sassuolo
Match Time:18-01-2026 01:00 Sunday (GMT+8)
Football Livescore | Match Prediction & Tips

Napoli must win at home against mid-table Sassuolo after dropping points midweek. The Serie A champions are under pressure, having fallen further behind leaders Inter Milan. Sassuolo arrive on a six-game winless run, making them vulnerable visitors.

Team Analysis:
Napoli are under pressure after three consecutive draws, including a frustrating 0-0 with Parma, allowing Inter to extend their lead. They must defend their 20-game unbeaten home streak as Serie A challengers like Juventus and Roma loom just behind. Sassuolo arrive winless in eight meetings with Napoli, struggling recently and sitting mid-table, making them vulnerable visitors.

Player Situation:
Napoli face several absences, including De Bruyne, Anguissa, Gilmour, Meret, and Lukaku, while David Neres’ fitness is uncertain after recent substitutions. Juan Jesus is available following a one-match ban. Sassuolo also have key players sidelined, including Fali Cande, Thorstvedt, and Berardi, though Woyo Coulibaly has returned and Filippo Romagna nears full fitness.

Result Prediction:
Napoli are expected to overcome Sassuolo for the second time this season despite needing a determined performance. The Serie A champions have shown signs of faltering since their Supercoppa Italiana win. Sassuolo’s defense is unlikely to withstand a full 90 minutes against the hosts.

Predicted Result: Napoli 1-0 Sassuolo.