Serie A Regular Season - 25
Napoli 2 - 2 FT AS Roma
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
D. Malen (B. Zaragoza) 7'
G. Mancini 26'
40' L. Spinazzola (E. Elmas)
HT
↓ B. Zaragoza ↑M. Soule 46'
↓ N. Pisilli ↑N. El Aynaoui 65'
↓ L. Pellegrini ↑L. Venturino 65'
69' A. Rrahmani
70' ↓ A. Rrahmani ↑Alisson Santos
70' ↓ L. Spinazzola ↑M. Olivera
D. Malen 71'
↓ Wesley Franca ↑K. Tsimikas 73'
↓ D. Malen ↑R. Vaz 73'
79' ↓ E. Elmas ↑B. Gilmour
79' ↓ A. Vergara ↑Giovane
82' Alisson Santos (Giovane)
85' ↓ M. Politano ↑P. Mazzocchi
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Napoli
Goalkeepers
Vanja Milinković-Savić 
MAGNET
57
Activity
57
Activity
57
Passes
0
Duels
Defenders
Sam Beukema 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Amir Rrahmani 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
2
Fouls
6.2
Rating
Alessandro Buongiorno
MAGNET
86
Activity
86
Activity
74
Passes
12
Duels
Midfielders
Miguel Gutiérrez 
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
7
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Eljif Elmas
MAGNET
73
Activity
73
Activity
69
Passes
4
Duels
Stanislav Lobotka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Leonardo Spinazzola 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Forwards
Matteo Politano
LATE SHIFT
5
Late Mins
5
Late Mins
85
Total Mins
85
Entry
Antonio Vergara
LATE SHIFT
11
Late Mins
11
Late Mins
79
Total Mins
79
Entry
Rasmus Højlund
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Alex Meret 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Nikita Contini
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Mathías Olivera
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pasquale Mazzocchi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Billy Gilmour
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alisson Santos 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Giovane 
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
15
Minutes
6.9
Rating
Romelu Lukaku
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
AS Roma
Goalkeepers
Mile Svilar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Gianluca Mancini 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Evan Ndicka 
SWEEPER
7
Cleanups
7
Cleanups
5
Interceptions
2
Blocks
Daniele Ghilardi 
ENFORCER
4
Tackles
4
Tackles
7
Duels Won
88%
Win %
Midfielders
Zeki Çelik
ENFORCER
4
Tackles
4
Tackles
7
Duels Won
100%
Win %
Niccolò Pisilli
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
Bryan Cristante
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Wesley
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
72
Total Mins
73
Entry
Forwards
Bryan Zaragoza 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.9
Rating
Lorenzo Pellegrini
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
Donyell Malen 
HITMAN
2
Goals
2
Goals
2
On Target
7.6
Rating
BENCH
Giorgio De Marzi
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Pierluigi Gollini
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Konstantinos Tsimikas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jan Ziółkowski
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Devyne Rensch
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Angeliño
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Neil El Aynaoui
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mattia Della Rocca
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Matías Soulé
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
49
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lorenzo Venturino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Robinio Vaz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30/11/2025 | AS Roma | 0 - 1 | Napoli | Serie A | Stadio Olimpico |
| 02/02/2025 | AS Roma | 1 - 1 | Napoli | Serie A | Stadio Olimpico |
| 24/11/2024 | Napoli | 1 - 0 | AS Roma | Serie A | Stadio Diego Armando Maradona |
| 28/04/2024 | Napoli | 2 - 2 | AS Roma | Serie A | Stadio Diego Armando Maradona |
| 23/12/2023 | AS Roma | 2 - 0 | Napoli | Serie A | Stadio Olimpico |
| 29/01/2023 | Napoli | 2 - 1 | AS Roma | Serie A | Stadio Diego Armando Maradona |
| 23/10/2022 | AS Roma | 0 - 1 | Napoli | Serie A | Stadio Olimpico |
| 18/04/2022 | Napoli | 1 - 1 | AS Roma | Serie A | Stadio Diego Armando Maradona |
| 24/10/2021 | AS Roma | 0 - 0 | Napoli | Serie A | Stadio Olimpico |
| 21/03/2021 | AS Roma | 0 - 2 | Napoli | Serie A | Stadio Olimpico |
Napoli Win
AS Roma Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 25 GD: +39
P: 25 GD: +22
P: 25 GD: +13
P: 25 GD: +15
P: 25 GD: +20
P: 25 GD: +20
P: 25 GD: +13
P: 25 GD: +2
P: 25 GD: +1
P: 25 GD: -6
P: 25 GD: -10
P: 25 GD: -13
P: 25 GD: -7
P: 25 GD: -19
P: 25 GD: -8
P: 25 GD: -12
P: 25 GD: -14
P: 25 GD: -10
P: 25 GD: -22
League Standings
P: 28 GD: +42
P: 28 GD: +24
P: 28 GD: +14
P: 28 GD: +25
P: 28 GD: +17
P: 28 GD: +22
P: 28 GD: +13
P: 28 GD: +3
P: 27 GD: -2
P: 28 GD: -8
P: 27 GD: -1
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -6
P: 28 GD: -8
P: 28 GD: -21
P: 28 GD: -17
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -18
P: 28 GD: -27
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
High Drama at the Maradona: Derby del Sole Ends in Stalemate
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 100/100. This hard-fought draw ensures the hierarchy in the Serie A top four remains unchanged, as both sides displayed the resilience required for a heavyweight European chase.
Malen Ignites the Contest
The encounter at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona burst into life with clinical precision from the visitors. Just seven minutes in, Donyell Malen showcased his predatory instincts, latching onto a Zaragoza delivery to silence the Neapolitan crowd. This early breakthrough challenged the Balance of the match, forcing Napoli to adopt an aggressive, high-possession approach. Dominating 61% of the ball, the home side pinned the Giallorossi back, eventually finding their reward shortly before the interval. Leonardo Spinazzola provided the crucial touch in the 40th minute, finishing a move orchestrated by Elmas. An Intensity rating of 11.6 reflected the frantic pace, as both teams fought tooth and nail for every blade of grass in this regional grudge match.
The Penalty Pivot
The second half evolved into a tactical chess match, with AS Roma content to absorb pressure and strike on the counter. The strategy bore fruit in the 71st minute when a lapse in the Napoli box resulted in a penalty. Malen stepped up to the spot, coolly dispatching his second goal of the evening to restore Roma's advantage. With the Stakes incredibly high in this third-versus-fourth battle, Napoli manager turned to his reserves to find a spark. The introduction of Alisson Santos proved to be a masterstroke. The home side’s relentless pressure, which saw them record seven shots on target, began to stretch the Roman backline as they searched for another equaliser in front of their vocal supporters.
Substitutes Save the Day
The persistence of the Partenopei finally told in the 82nd minute. A swift attacking sequence involving substitute Giovane found Alisson Santos in a pocket of space, and the young forward made no mistake, firing home to level the scores at 2-2. Despite the frantic closing stages, neither side could find a winner, leaving an Upset factor of 3.3—a testament to how evenly these two giants are matched. For Napoli, the result keeps them in third place with 50 points, while Roma remain just outside the top three. While both managers might regret defensive lapses, the shared point reflects a match where tactical discipline and individual brilliance from the likes of Malen and Santos balanced each other out perfectly.
Key Questions
What does this mean for Napoli's season?
Napoli remains in 3rd place with 50 points, successfully defending their three-point lead over Roma in the crucial race for Champions League qualification.
How did Leonardo Spinazzola change the game?
Spinazzola was pivotal, scoring the first equaliser and maintaining high defensive work rates to neutralise Roma's wide threats throughout his time on the pitch.
Did the derby intensity affect the quality of play?
The high intensity (11.6) actually enhanced the spectacle, leading to a high-scoring 2-2 thriller with both teams remaining tactically sharp under pressure.
What is the Derby del Sole?
The Derby del Sole is the rivalry between Napoli and AS Roma, a passionate regional rivalry with deep local significance.
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.
Southern Heat: The Derby del Sole Returns
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 79/100. This edition of the Derby del Sole carries massive implications for the top-four race, pitting Napoli’s home resilience against Roma’s formidable away form.
The Setup
Played at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, this fixture finds Napoli sitting in 3rd place, looking to widen the six-point gap over 5th-placed AS Roma. The visitors arrive as genuine away specialists, having secured 7 wins from 12 matches on the road this season. However, Napoli's defensive organization, led by A. Buongiorno, has been elite, conceding just 0.8 goals per game. With a Stars rating of 9.6, the pitch will be littered with quality, including the power of R. Højlund and the midfield engine of S. McTominay. A Stakes score of 6.0 emphasizes that while it is mid-season, the psychological edge for the Champions League spots is very much on the line.
Key Battle
The tactical heart of this match lies on the flank, where Leonardo Spinazzola will look to contain the creative threat of Stephan El Shaarawy. Spinazzola has been in exceptional individual form, providing the width and recovery speed crucial to Napoli's transition game. He faces a direct challenge from El Shaarawy, whose ability to drift inside and provide assists has been a hallmark of Roma’s recent resurgence.
Our Prediction
Given the Form rating of 6.6 and the defensive strength of both sides, this will likely be a game of fine margins. Roma’s goalkeeper Mile Svilar has been "on fire" with 12 saves in his last five outings, but Napoli's home advantage should prove decisive. We expect a 2-1 victory for Napoli, as their superior Balance (8.9) allows them to absorb Roma’s pressure before clinical strikes from their attacking unit seal the points in the second half.