Serie A Regular Season - 8
Napoli 3 - 1 FT Inter
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
↓ H. Mkhitaryan ↑P. Zielinski 32'
33' K. De Bruyne
37' ↓ K. De Bruyne ↑M. Olivera
45'+6 Billy Gilmour
HT
54' S. McTominay (L. Spinazzola)
Lautaro Martínez 57'
H. Calhanoglu 59'
↓ A. Bonny ↑F. Esposito 62'
67' F. Anguissa (David Neres)
↓ H. Calhanoglu ↑P. Sucic 72'
↓ D. Dumfries ↑Luis Henrique 73'
↓ N. Barella ↑D. Frattesi 73'
81' ↓ M. Politano ↑E. Elmas
81' ↓ David Neres ↑N. Lang
90' ↓ L. Spinazzola ↑M. Gutierrez
90' ↓ A. Buongiorno ↑S. Beukema
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Napoli
Goalkeepers
V. Milinkovic-Savic 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
G. Di Lorenzo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Juan Jesus 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
4
Tackles
55%
Duel Win %
A. Buongiorno 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
3
Fouls
6.2
Rating
L. Spinazzola 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.7
Rating
Midfielders
B. Gilmour
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Politano
LATE SHIFT
9
Late Mins
9
Late Mins
82
Total Mins
81
Entry
F. Anguissa 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
K. De Bruyne
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
S. McTominay
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Forwards
David Neres
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
6.6
Rating
BENCH
M. Ferrante 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
D. Spinelli
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
M. Gutierrez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Olivera
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
53
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Mazzocchi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Beukema
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Marianucci
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Elmas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Vergara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Lucca
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Ambrosino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Lang
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Inter
Goalkeepers
Y. Sommer 
SIEVE
0%
Save %
0%
Save %
3
Conceded
0
Saves
Defenders
M. Akanji 
ENFORCER
3
Tackles
3
Tackles
4
Duels Won
80%
Win %
F. Acerbi 
MAGNET
81
Activity
81
Activity
73
Passes
8
Duels
A. Bastoni
MAGNET
84
Activity
84
Activity
77
Passes
7
Duels
Midfielders
D. Dumfries
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
73
Total Mins
73
Entry
N. Barella 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
23%
Pass Acc
H. Calhanoglu
MAGNET
71
Activity
71
Activity
67
Passes
4
Duels
H. Mkhitaryan
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
5.9
Rating
F. Dimarco
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
35%
Pass Acc
Forwards
A. Bonny 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
L. Martinez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
A. Calligaris
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
J. Martinez
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
S. de Vrij
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Carlos Augusto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Y. Bisseck
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Zielinski
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
58
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Sucic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Frattesi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Diouf
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Luis Henrique
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
F. Esposito
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25/10/2025 | Napoli | 3 - 1 | Inter | Serie A | Stadio Diego Armando Maradona |
| 01/03/2025 | Napoli | 1 - 1 | Inter | Serie A | Stadio Diego Armando Maradona |
| 10/11/2024 | Inter | 1 - 1 | Napoli | Serie A | Stadio Giuseppe Meazza |
| 17/03/2024 | Inter | 1 - 1 | Napoli | Serie A | Stadio Giuseppe Meazza |
| 22/01/2024 | Napoli | 0 - 1 | Inter | Super Cup | Al Awal Park at King Saud University |
| 03/12/2023 | Napoli | 0 - 3 | Inter | Serie A | Stadio Diego Armando Maradona |
Napoli Win
Inter Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 8 GD: +7
P: 8 GD: +5
P: 8 GD: +7
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +1
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 8 GD: -1
P: 8 GD: -6
P: 8 GD: -1
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -4
P: 8 GD: -6
P: 8 GD: -7
P: 8 GD: -5
P: 8 GD: -7
League Standings
P: 27 GD: +43
P: 27 GD: +23
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
Napoli Conquer Inter in High-Stakes Title Clash
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 96/100. A clinical display from the league leaders ensures they maintain their grip on the title race with a statement victory at home.
Precision Over Possession at the Maradona
From the opening exchange at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, it was clear that tactical discipline would outweigh creative flair. An Intensity rating of 11.1 reflected a match where every yard of turf was fiercely contested. While Inter controlled possession with 57%, they struggled to penetrate a resolute home defense. The breakthrough came in the 33rd minute when K. De Bruyne stepped up to the penalty spot. The Belgian playmaker dispatched his effort with clinical accuracy, rewarding Napoli for their patient approach. Despite Inter's territorial advantage, they failed to register a single shot on target in a frustrated opening half.
A Thirteen-Minute Whirlwind
The match erupted into life during a frantic second-half period where the Balance score of 3.5 was tested by a flurry of goals. In the 54th minute, S. McTominay doubled the advantage, finishing expertly following a precise delivery from L. Spinazzola. The joy was short-lived, however, as VAR drama unfolded just three minutes later. A confirmed penalty for a foul on Lautaro Martínez allowed H. Calhanoglu to pull one back from the spot in the 59th minute. This surge of goals transformed the atmosphere, turning the pitch into a high-pressure arena where momentum shifted with every pass.
Anguissa Seals the Stakes
With a Stakes score of 10.0 emphasizing the importance of this fixture, Napoli refused to buckle under Inter's renewed pressure. The decisive blow landed in the 67th minute when David Neres provided the vision for F. Anguissa to restore the two-goal cushion. Anguissa was the standout performer, earning an 8.3 rating for a dominant display in the engine room. Inter continued to push, accumulating 15 total shots, but their lack of finishing proved costly. This 3-1 result sees Napoli move three points clear of their rivals, turning a potential title scrap into a demonstration of their championship credentials.
Key Questions
What does this mean for Napoli's season?
This win puts Napoli three points clear at the top, solidifying their status as the team to beat in the Scudetto race.
Did the derby intensity affect the quality of play?
While Inter controlled possession, the high pressure led to multiple penalties and clinical counter-attacks rather than fluid open play.
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.
A High-Stakes Collision for the Scudetto
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 79/100. This is a tactical heavyweight bout where Napoli's fortress meets Inter's relentless march toward the Italian crown.
The Setup
The Stadio Diego Armando Maradona provides the stage for a classic title rivalry. With a Stakes rating of 10.0, the tension is palpable. Inter arrives as the form team of the division, boasting a Form score of 7.8 fueled by a dominant winning streak. However, Napoli has been perfect at home this season, turning their stadium into a graveyard for visiting ambitions. The presence of world-class Stars like Lautaro Martínez and S. McTominay ensures this encounter will be settled by the finest of margins.
Key Battle
The game's pulse will be dictated by the duel between Leonardo Spinazzola and Federico Dimarco. Spinazzola’s ability to transition quickly from defense to attack is vital for Napoli's wing-play, but he faces an elite opponent in Dimarco, whose delivery and goal-scoring threat from the flank have been unmatched. This matchup will test the defensive Balance of both units, especially with A. Buongiorno anchoring the home side's back line against the mobility of M. Thuram.
Our Prediction
Inter will look to control the tempo through their midfield engine, but Napoli’s verticality and the clinical edge of R. Højlund will exploit any space left by A. Bastoni and the away defense. It will be a back-and-forth affair where clinical finishing outweighs defensive caution. A 2-2 draw seems the most logical outcome, preserving Inter’s lead while maintaining Napoli’s unbeaten home aura.