Roma vs Napoli 2nd February 2025: Serie A Preview and Prediction
In what is an already big day for Italian football with the earlier Milan Derby, two other of Italy’s giants clash on Sunday evening. Roma host Serie A leaders Napoli in another huge game in Italy’s top flight.
A highly anticipated clash in Italian football known as the Derby Del Sole aka the Derby of the Sun. The result between the sides could have some implications on the title race.
Everything you need to know about this clash of European titans can be found in the article below.
Previous Meetings
The most recent encounter between the sides came in November in the reverse league fixture. That game was won by Napoli who have been in fine form this season.
Each of the last five results between the sides can be found below;
24th November 2024: Napoli 1-0 Roma
28th April 2024: Napoli 2-2 Roma
23rd December 2023: Roma 2-0 Napoli
29th January 2023: Napoli 2-1 Roma
23rd October 2022: Roma 0-1 Napoli
Napoli have been the better side in recent meetings but when it comes to a derby, everyone knows that form doesn’t always mean anything.
Players to Watch
Roma
There is one man that stands out for Roma. Argentine Paulo Dybala is still a player that can make anything happen, especially games of such magnitude.
Dybala has scored 5 goals and assisted twice for Roma in Serie A so far this season. The attacking maestro has also created 7 big chances for his side this season and could certainly boast better statistics in the current campaign.
Napoli
Sticking with the attacking players and its none other than Romelu Lukaku who features as Napoli’s player to watch. The Belgian does one thing when playing in Serie A - he scores goals.
9 goals and 6 assists in 20 games for his side means he is a huge threat ahead of the game between the sides. Napoli have a well balanced side and are continuously looking to strengthen - scary times for their opposition.
Where to Watch and Kick Off Time
The game between Roma and Napoli kicks off at 8:45pm local time in Italy, meaning its a 7:45pm kick off here in the United Kingdom. Football fans will be delighted to hear they can watch the game in the UK tomorrow.
Derby Del Sole will be live on TNT Sports 1 on Sunday evening in what is a must watch game for the neutral football fan.
Prediction
Both sides are unbeaten in their last five which will undoubtedly be a confidence boost ahead of such a derby. However, Napoli have won every single one of their last five and are seen as the favourites for the game.
Our prediction is that Napoli will add yet another win to their impressive form in pursuit of the Serie A title. The score prediction for the game is Roma 1-3 Napoli.