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Futmetrix Verdict
100
FT
Sun, Oct 25
Barcelona
1-2
Real Madrid
⚡ Intensity
68
⚖️ Balance
42
🏆 Stakes
100
🎲 Upset
60
Mbappé breaks El Clásico late
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
L. Spinazzola (M. Politano) 13'
A. Rrahmani (M. Politano) 32'
43' Mattia Zaccagni
HT
62' ↓ L. Pellegrini ↑M. Lazzari
64' Danilo Cataldi
69' Tijjani Noslin
Amir Rrahmani 69'
↓ David Neres ↑P. Mazzocchi 69'
71' ↓ M. Cancellieri ↑G. Isaksen
71' ↓ D. Cataldi ↑R. Belahyane
↓ L. Spinazzola ↑M. Gutierrez 78'
↓ A. Rrahmani ↑A. Buongiorno 79'
81' Tijjani Noslin
81' Tijjani Noslin
↓ R. Hojlund ↑N. Lang 86'
↓ E. Elmas ↑G. Ambrosino 86'
87' Adam Marušić
87' ↓ M. Zaccagni ↑Pedro
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Lazio
Goalkeepers
Ivan Provedel 
SIEVE
33%
Save %
33%
Save %
2
Conceded
1
Saves
Defenders
Adam Marušić 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
0
Fouls
6.3
Rating
Mario Gila 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alessio Romagnoli
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Luca Pellegrini 
DRIBBLER
3
Dribbles
3
Dribbles
3
Attempts
100%
Success %
Midfielders
Mattéo Guendouzi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Danilo Cataldi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
71
Total Mins
71
Entry
Toma Bašić
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Matteo Cancellieri
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
71
Total Mins
71
Entry
Tijjani Noslin
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
3
Fouls
5.9
Rating
Mattia Zaccagni 
NPC
87
Minutes
87
Minutes
18%
Pass Acc
6.9
Rating
BENCH
Christos Mandas 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Alessio Furlanetto
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Nuno Tavares
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Elseid Hysaj
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Oliver Provstgaard
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nicolò Rovella
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Reda Belahyane
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Manuel Lazzari
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
28
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Valerio Farcomeni
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pedro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gustav Isaksen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Federico Serra
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Napoli
Goalkeepers
Vanja Milinković-Savić
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
90
Minutes
Defenders
Giovanni Di Lorenzo 
MAGNET
87
Activity
87
Activity
84
Passes
3
Duels
Amir Rrahmani 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Juan Jesus
MAGNET
104
Activity
104
Activity
98
Passes
6
Duels
Midfielders
Matteo Politano 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
2
Assists
35%
Pass Acc
Scott McTominay
MAGNET
90
Activity
90
Activity
82
Passes
8
Duels
Stanislav Lobotka
MAGNET
97
Activity
97
Activity
90
Passes
7
Duels
Leonardo Spinazzola 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
7.2
Rating
Forwards
David Neres
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
70
Total Mins
69
Entry
Eljif Elmas
NPC
86
Minutes
86
Minutes
22%
Pass Acc
6.6
Rating
Rasmus Højlund 
SUNDAY LEAGUER
5.9
Rating
5.9
Rating
6
Duels Lost
9
Poss Lost
BENCH
Alex Meret
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Nikita Contini
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Miguel Gutiérrez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alessandro Buongiorno
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mathías Olivera
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pasquale Mazzocchi
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
1
Fouls
6.6
Rating
Luca Marianucci
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
V. Prisco
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Giuseppe Ambrosino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Noa Lang
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/04/2026 | Lazio | 0 - 2 | Napoli | Serie A | Stadio Olimpico |
| 02/15/2025 | Lazio | 2 - 2 | Napoli | Serie A | Stadio Olimpico |
| 12/08/2024 | Napoli | 0 - 1 | Lazio | Serie A | Stadio Diego Armando Maradona |
| 12/05/2024 | Lazio | 3 - 1 | Napoli | Coppa Italia | Stadio Olimpico |
| 01/28/2024 | Lazio | 0 - 0 | Napoli | Serie A | Stadio Olimpico |
| 09/02/2023 | Napoli | 1 - 2 | Lazio | Serie A | Stadio Diego Armando Maradona |
Lazio Win
Napoli Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 18 GD: +24
P: 18 GD: +17
P: 18 GD: +13
P: 18 GD: +8
P: 18 GD: +8
P: 18 GD: +9
P: 18 GD: +9
P: 18 GD: +2
P: 18 GD: +4
P: 18 GD: +1
P: 18 GD: -8
P: 18 GD: -11
P: 18 GD: -3
P: 18 GD: -7
P: 18 GD: -6
P: 18 GD: -12
P: 18 GD: -10
P: 18 GD: -10
P: 18 GD: -12
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
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Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Neapolitan Masterclass Silences the Olimpico Amid Disciplinary Chaos
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 63/100. A professional and clinical Napoli performance exposed Lazio's attacking frailties and disciplinary lapses in a match that ended with three red cards.
The Early Parthenopean Breakthrough
The tactical Balance of this encounter was tipped early at the Stadio Olimpico, as Napoli asserted their dominance from the opening whistle. Orchestrating play with 65% possession, the visitors looked far more composed than their Roman counterparts. The breakthrough arrived in the 13th minute when M. Politano delivered a pinpoint assist for L. Spinazzola, who finished emphatically to set the tone. Lazio struggled to find any rhythm, with Alessio Romagnoli frequently forced into desperate clearances to keep the scoreline manageable. The early opener forced the hosts out of their defensive shell, but they lacked the precision to exploit the spaces left behind.
Rrahmani Doubles the Advantage
As the first half progressed, an Intensity rating of 9.4 reflected the relentless pressure applied by the away side. Napoli played with a level of control that left Lazio chasing shadows across the pitch. In the 32nd minute, the lead was doubled when M. Politano turned provider once again, finding A. Rrahmani who powered a header home. This second goal effectively acted as the pivot point, sucking the belief out of the home crowd. Lazio’s inability to record a single shot on target throughout the match told the story of their offensive stagnation, as they failed to test the Neapolitan goalkeeper even once before the interval.
A Meltdown in the Closing Stages
While the second half lacked the scoring action of the first, the high Stakes of the Serie A standings eventually boiled over into a flurry of dismissals. The discipline crumbled in the final ten minutes, starting with a straight red card for Tijjani Noslin in the 81st minute for a reckless challenge. The situation escalated further in the 87th minute when a confrontation led to red cards for both Adam Marušić and Pasquale Mazzocchi. Despite the chaotic finish, the 0-2 scoreline remained intact. This victory propels Napoli further into the title conversation, while Lazio are left to reflect on a toothless performance and a damaging disciplinary record.
Key Questions
How did the red card for Tijjani Noslin impact the match?
Noslin's dismissal in the 81st minute ended any hope of a Lazio fightback, leaving them tactically depleted for the final minutes.
What does this mean for Lazio's season?
This defeat keeps Lazio in mid-table, highlighting a severe lack of creativity and discipline that threatens their European qualification hopes.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Archive note: this preview was written after the match was played.
Stadio Olimpico Braced for Champions League Litmus Test
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 58/100. This clash serves as a definitive marker for the top-four race, pitting Lazio's disciplined home structure against Napoli's ruthless away efficiency.
The Setup
As the Serie A season reaches its critical middle third, Napoli arrives in the capital sitting comfortably in 3rd place, contrasting with Lazio's struggle to break into the elite bracket from 8th. With the Stakes rated at 6.0, the importance of this fixture for European qualification is immense. Napoli have established themselves as away specialists, boasting a 55.6% win rate on the road, underpinned by a Form rating of 5.9. Lazio’s resistance will be anchored by Ivan Provedel, who has been in exceptional shot-stopping form with 18 saves in his last five matches. Facing him is Vanja Milinković-Savić, setting up a compelling duel between two of the league's most reliable goalkeepers.
Key Battle
The tactical heart of this match lies in the central midfield unit struggle. Lazio's defensive block, which concedes just 0.6 goals per game at home, must neutralize Napoli's ability to transition quickly from defense to attack. Without a specific individual duel highlighted, the focus remains on whether the home midfield can squeeze the space between the lines, preventing the visitors' playmakers from finding their high-value Stars in dangerous positions.
Our Prediction
Expect a calculated encounter where Lazio attempts to frustrate the visitors through positional discipline. However, Napoli's offensive depth—a Stars rating of 8.4—suggests they possess the individual quality to break the deadlock. The game script likely sees Napoli controlling possession before a decisive second-half surge. A 1-2 victory for the visitors appears the most probable outcome, cementing their status as title challengers while leaving Lazio with work to do in their pursuit of the top four.