The highly anticipated Serie A fixture between Napoli and Empoli promises an exciting encounter at the historic Stadio Diego Armando Maradona. With both teams at opposite ends of the table, the stakes are high as Napoli continue their push for a top-two finish, while Empoli are battling to escape the relegation zone.
📅 Match Details
Match | Napoli vs Empoli |
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Date | Monday, 14 April 2025 |
Time | 8:45 PM CEST / 7:45 PM BST / 2:45 PM ET |
Venue | Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, Naples |
Competition | Serie A – Matchday 32 |
🔢 Head-to-Head Record
Competition | Napoli Wins | Draws | Empoli Wins |
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Serie A | 8 | 4 | 8 |
Their previous encounter this season ended with a narrow 1-0 victory for Napoli, and they’ll be aiming for another three points to stay in the title conversation.
📊 Team Form and Standings
Napoli
Position | Recent Form | Points |
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2nd | D – W – D – W – D | 65 |
Napoli have been consistent, but dropped points in a few draws have widened the gap from leaders Inter. However, their home form remains formidable.
Empoli
Position | Recent Form | Points |
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18th | D – L – D – L – D | 24 |
Empoli are winless in their last five matches and desperately need points to climb out of the relegation zone. Playing against Napoli will be a tough challenge for the struggling side.
🌟 Key Players to Watch
Napoli | Role | Empoli | Role |
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Romelu Lukaku | Striker | Nicolò Cambiaghi | Forward |
Matteo Politano | Winger | Tommaso Baldanzi | Midfielder |
Stanislav Lobotka | Midfield Anchor | Guglielmo Vicario | Goalkeeper |
Romelu Lukaku has been in fine form, leading Napoli’s attack, while Cambiaghi remains Empoli’s best hope for a breakthrough.
🔍 Tactical Preview
Team | Formation | Style of Play | Strengths | Weaknesses |
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Napoli | 4-3-3 | High possession, quick overlaps | Offensive fluidity, pressing | Vulnerable on counters |
Empoli | 4-4-1-1 | Defensive block, quick breaks | Compact midfield, counters | Weak in transitions and set-pieces |
Napoli’s attacking style and superior depth give them an edge, but they must remain alert to Empoli’s ability to counter from deep.
🔮 Predictions
Category | Prediction |
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Full-Time Result | Napoli 2-0 Empoli |
Likely Goal Scorers | Lukaku, Politano |
Clean Sheet | Napoli likely |
Possession | Napoli 60% – Empoli 40% |
Total Shots | Napoli 15+ – Empoli 6+ |
Napoli are heavy favorites to win, and a clean sheet seems likely. Expect a disciplined, low-risk approach from Empoli and controlled dominance from Napoli.
📡 How to Watch Napoli vs Empoli Live Streaming
Region | Broadcaster / Streaming Platform |
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USA | Paramount+ |
UK | TNT Sports |
Canada | FuboTV |
Australia | beIN Sports |
India | Sports18, JioCinema |
Italy | DAZN, Sky Sport |
Fans can also follow the match through club apps, Serie A live score trackers, and official social media handles for live updates.
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