Serie A Regular Season - 16
Napoli 0 - 0 FT Parma
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
13' Scott McTominay
HT
↓ O. Sorensen ↑E. Valeri 46'
Mariano Troilo 57'
58' ↓ N. Lang ↑David Neres
58' ↓ M. Olivera ↑E. Elmas
58' ↓ P. Mazzocchi ↑L. Spinazzola
↓ P. Cutrone ↑M. Pellegrino 58'
↓ J. Ondrejka ↑A. Bernabe 59'
Sascha Britschgi 67'
↓ M. Troilo ↑E. Del Prato 69'
79' ↓ M. Politano ↑A. Vergara
Filippo Rinaldi 81'
87' David Neres
90' ↓ Napoli ↑L. Lucca
↓ C. Ordonez ↑A. Benedyczak 90'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Napoli
Goalkeepers
V. Milinkovic-Savic 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
G. Di Lorenzo 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
96%
Pass Acc
A. Rrahmani 
MAGNET
141
Activity
141
Activity
129
Passes
12
Duels
A. Buongiorno
MAGNET
107
Activity
107
Activity
103
Passes
4
Duels
Midfielders
P. Mazzocchi 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
58
Total Mins
58
Entry
S. Lobotka
MAGNET
76
Activity
76
Activity
71
Passes
5
Duels
S. McTominay
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Olivera
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
58
Total Mins
58
Entry
Forwards
M. Politano
LATE SHIFT
11
Late Mins
11
Late Mins
78
Total Mins
79
Entry
N. Lang
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
58
Total Mins
58
Entry
R. Hojlund
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
N. Contini 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
M. Ferrante
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
M. Gutierrez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Beukema
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Marianucci
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Spinazzola
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
32
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Elmas
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
30%
Pass Acc
A. Vergara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
David Neres
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Lucca
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Ambrosino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Parma
Goalkeepers
F. Rinaldi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
A. Circati 
SHIELD
3
Blocks
3
Blocks
0
Interceptions
1
Tackles
M. Troilo 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
88%
Duel Win %
L. Valenti
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
S. Britschgi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Keita
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Estevez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Ordonez 
NPC
89
Minutes
89
Minutes
14%
Pass Acc
6.5
Rating
O. Sorensen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Forwards
J. Ondrejka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
59
Total Mins
59
Entry
P. Cutrone
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
59
Total Mins
58
Entry
BENCH
E. Corvi
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
G. Casentini
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
E. Valeri
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Del Prato
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
20
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Drobnic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Bernabe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Oristanio
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
B. Cremaschi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Benedyczak
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Pellegrino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Djuric
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/05/2025 | Parma | 0 - 0 | Napoli | Serie A | Stadio Ennio Tardini |
| 31/08/2024 | Napoli | 2 - 1 | Parma | Serie A | Stadio Diego Armando Maradona |
| 31/01/2021 | Napoli | 2 - 0 | Parma | Serie A | Stadio Diego Armando Maradona |
| 20/09/2020 | Parma | 0 - 2 | Napoli | Serie A | Stadio Ennio Tardini |
| 22/07/2020 | Parma | 2 - 1 | Napoli | Serie A | Stadio Ennio Tardini |
| 14/12/2019 | Napoli | 1 - 2 | Parma | Serie A | Stadio San Paolo |
| 24/02/2019 | Parma | 0 - 4 | Napoli | Serie A | Ennio Tardini |
| 26/09/2018 | Napoli | 3 - 0 | Parma | Serie A | Stadio San Paolo |
| 10/05/2015 | Parma | 2 - 2 | Napoli | Serie A | Stadio Ennio Tardini (Parma) |
Napoli Win
Parma Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 16 GD: +21
P: 16 GD: +13
P: 16 GD: +9
P: 16 GD: +7
P: 16 GD: +6
P: 16 GD: +11
P: 16 GD: +5
P: 16 GD: +6
P: 16 GD: +2
P: 16 GD: +1
P: 16 GD: 0
P: 16 GD: -10
P: 16 GD: -10
P: 16 GD: -9
P: 16 GD: -6
P: 16 GD: -8
P: 16 GD: -8
P: 16 GD: -10
P: 16 GD: -10
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: 28 GD: -3
P: 28 GD: 0
P: 28 GD: -8
P: 29 GD: -15
P: 29 GD: -18
P: 28 GD: -6
P: 28 GD: -8
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
A Masterclass in Defensive Resilience
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 37/100. Napoli’s title ambitions suffered a frustrating stutter at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona as they failed to convert overwhelming dominance into a winning result.
VAR Intervention and the Early Stalemate
The match exploded into life early on, with the hosts looking to assert their authority from the first whistle. An Intensity rating of 3.5 reflects a game that was often one-way traffic, punctuated by a massive turning point in the 13th minute. Scott McTominay thought he had broken the deadlock, sending the home crowd into raptures, only for a VAR review to strike the goal from the record. This moment fundamentally shifted the match's psychological Balance, as the early breakthrough that would have forced Parma to open up was snatched away. Instead, the visitors were emboldened to sit deeper, inviting a barrage of pressure that Napoli struggled to navigate with any clinical edge.
Rinaldi Stands Tall Amidst the Siege
What followed was an absolute attacking siege. Napoli dominated possession with 69%, pinning the visitors into their own defensive third for long stretches. The home side registered 16 shots, yet only four found the target, largely due to the heroic performance of Filippo Rinaldi. The Parma goalkeeper was in inspired form, making 4 crucial saves to deny the Partenopei. While Giovanni Di Lorenzo provided a constant outlet from the flank, delivering 3 key passes, the final touch remained elusive. The Upset Factor score of 8.0 accurately captures the narrative of a bottom-half side successfully frustrating a Scudetto contender on their own turf, turning a expected home win into a grueling tactical battle.
High Stakes and a Missed Opportunity
As the clock ticked down, the frustration within the stadium was palpable. Napoli’s defensive lynchpin Amir Rrahmani ensured that Parma’s rare forays forward were snuffed out instantly, but his clean sheet was small consolation for the lack of goals at the other end. With the Stakes in the title race so incredibly high, every dropped point feels magnified. This draw prevents Napoli from putting significant pressure on the leaders, while for Parma, the point is a vital lifeline in their battle against the drop. The final whistle brought a chorus of groans from the local faithful, as they watched their side register a massive xG of 1.37 without the scoreboard reflecting their superiority. A tactical triumph for the visitors, but a bitter pill for the hosts.
Key Questions
How did VAR change this match?
VAR denied Scott McTominay a 13th-minute opener, preventing Napoli from taking an early lead and allowing Parma to maintain their defensive structure.
What does this mean for Napoli's season?
Dropping points at home against a lower-ranked side is a blow to Napoli's title charge, leaving them third and trailing the leaders.
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.
Title Ambitions Clash with Relegation Fear
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 54/100. While Napoli hunt for the Scudetto, Parma arrive at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona knowing that every point is a lifeline in their fight for Serie A survival.
The Setup
The discrepancy in the league table paints a clear picture of the Balance in this fixture. Napoli have been formidable at home, boasting an 85.7% win rate that underscores their current Form. For Parma, the Stakes are rooted in desperation; sitting in the lower half of the table, they must find a way to stop a goal-scoring machine. The hosts rely on their world-class Stars to dictate play, while the visitors will likely deploy a low block, hoping to frustrate the Neapolitan crowd and snatch a result on the break.
Key Battle
The primary tactical focal point will be the midfield duel between Scott McTominay and Mateo Pellegrino. McTominay has become the engine of this Napoli side, using his physicality and late runs to overwhelm opposition defenses. Pellegrino will be tasked with the disciplined job of tracking those runs, acting as the primary shield for Z. Suzuki in the Parma goal. If McTominay finds space between the lines, Parma's night could turn long very quickly.
Our Prediction
Expect Napoli to dominate possession from the outset, utilizing the defensive stability of A. Buongiorno to push their line high. While Vanja Milinković-Savić has been reliable between the sticks for the hosts, the real story will be at the other end. We predict a 2-0 victory for Napoli, as their superior technical quality and home momentum eventually break through Parma's defensive resolve. It won't be a blowout, but it will be a professional performance from a team with sights set on the trophy.