- Date and Time: October 20, 20:00 GMT+1
- Venue: Carlo Castellani, Empoli, Italy
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Empoli
Empoli is currently in 10th place in the standings, just three points behind third-placed Juventus. Roberto D’Aversa’s team has conceded only four goals this season, which is the second-best defensive performance in Serie A.
In the previous round, Empoli suffered their first defeat in a 1-2 away match against Lazio. The winning goal was scored by Pedro in the 84th minute, and Lazio missed a penalty in the 51st minute.
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— Empoli Football Club Official (@EmpoliFC) October 15, 2024
This was the first match in which Empoli’s solid defence failed to hold off the opponent’s attacks and looked vulnerable, leading to the defeat.
However, in the rest of the matches, Roberto D’Aversa’s team acted very organised in defence in a 5-3-2 / 5-2-3 formation, preventing their opponents from creating dangerous chances.
Empoli scored two goals against Cagliari and Roma, earning six points in those games. In both matches, the Azzurri Empolesi had fewer shots than their opponents, but they showed excellent finishing.
Overall, Roberto D’Aversa’s team is a formidable opponent, capable of organised defence and occasional effective vertical attacks.
Napoli
Napoli is currently leading the Serie A standings, with a two-point advantage over Inter and a three-point lead over Juventus. Antonio Conte has quickly implemented his tactical principles into his new team’s game, turning Napoli into a strong contender for the league title.
It should be noted, however, that Gli Azzurri have only played once against a top-ten team at the start of the season, with the rest of their opponents being from the lower half of the table.
The main challenges for Antonio Conte’s team will arise at the end of October when they face a series of matches against clubs from the top eight of the standings.
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Khvicha deservedly wins the @EASPORTSFC Player of the Month 🔥@EASPORTSFC @EASPORTSFCIT pic.twitter.com/MnNuskAWcH— Official SSC Napoli (@en_sscnapoli) October 10, 2024
Even the match against Empoli could be very challenging for Napoli, as the opponent currently holds the tenth position in the table with only one loss in nine matches. Conte’s team will have to deal with a very organised low block, and it’s still unclear how prepared they are for this.
Napoli’s only draw at the start of the season was against Juventus away, when both teams defended very well and didn’t create any dangerous moments throughout the entire match.
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— Official SSC Napoli (@en_sscnapoli) October 4, 2024
At the same time, Conte has adapted his playing system to the players’ abilities and currently his team operates in a 4-2-3-1 / 4-3-3 formation, transitioning to a 2-3-5 in the attacking phase. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Romelu Lukaku are very effective in the final third and are among the best players in the league.
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- Pick: 2X (Napoli won`t lose) And Total Under 3.5
- Odds: 1.56 (22Bet)
- Score prediction: Empoli 0-1 Napoli
Certainly, it will be very difficult for Empoli to contain the opponent’s powerful attacking line, but Roberto D’Aversa’s team is capable of defending in a deep defensive block, leaving minimal space for the opponents near the penalty area.
It is quite possible that a draw will suit the hosts completely, so they will play in a very defensive style, which will result in a minimal number of dangerous moments and goals in this match.
It is possible that Napoli will score 2-3 goals, but it seems unlikely. It appears more likely that the visitors will not lose in this match, resulting in few goals
Empoli vs Napoli Prediction, Betting Tip
- Pick: Total Under 3.5
- Odds: 1.25 (22Bet)
In the last eight matches involving Empoli, there have been no more than three goals in a match. As Azzurri Empolesi will be playing at home against the current top team, the hosts will surely do everything possible to defend well in this match.
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