Serie A Regular Season - 7
Torino 1 - 0 FT Napoli
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
Juan Jesus 10'
32' G. Simeone
HT
47' Franco Israel
62' ↓ G. Simeone ↑C. Ngonge
↓ M. Olivera ↑N. Lang 63'
↓ Juan Jesus ↑A. Buongiorno 64'
↓ David Neres ↑M. Politano 74'
↓ L. Lucca ↑G. Ambrosino 74'
75' ↓ N. Nkounkou ↑C. Biraghi
75' ↓ N. Vlasic ↑G. Gineitis
↓ B. Gilmour ↑E. Elmas 82'
84' ↓ K. Asllani ↑A. Ismajli
84' ↓ C. Adams ↑D. Zapata
Noa Lang 90'+4
Noa Lang 90'+5
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Torino
Goalkeepers
F. Israel 
OCTOPUS
5
Saves
5
Saves
0
Conceded
100%
Save %
Defenders
M. Pedersen 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
A. Tameze 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
G. Maripan 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Coco
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
N. Nkounkou 
DRIBBLER
3
Dribbles
3
Dribbles
3
Attempts
100%
Success %
Midfielders
C. Casadei
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Asllani
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
N. Vlasic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
75
Total Mins
75
Entry
Forwards
G. Simeone 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
13%
Pass Acc
C. Adams
LATE SHIFT
6
Late Mins
6
Late Mins
84
Total Mins
84
Entry
BENCH
A. Paleari 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
M. Popa
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
V. Lazaro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Dembele
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Biraghi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Ismajli
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Masina
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
E. Ilkhan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Ilic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Gineitis
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Ngonge
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
28
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Zapata
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Njie
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
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
S. Beukema 
MAGNET
94
Activity
94
Activity
87
Passes
7
Duels
Juan Jesus
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
63
Total Mins
64
Entry
M. Olivera
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Midfielders
B. Gilmour
MAGNET
86
Activity
86
Activity
79
Passes
7
Duels
David Neres
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
26%
Pass Acc
F. Anguissa
STORMTROOPER
4
Shots
4
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
K. De Bruyne
MAGNET
77
Activity
77
Activity
68
Passes
9
Duels
L. Spinazzola
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
33%
Pass Acc
Forwards
L. Lucca
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
BENCH
A. Meret
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
A. Buongiorno
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
27
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Mazzocchi
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
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
M. Politano
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Ambrosino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Lang
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
27
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/10/2025 | Torino | 1 - 0 | Napoli | Serie A | Stadio Olimpico di Torino |
| 27/04/2025 | Napoli | 2 - 0 | Torino | Serie A | Stadio Diego Armando Maradona |
| 01/12/2024 | Torino | 0 - 1 | Napoli | Serie A | Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino |
| 08/03/2024 | Napoli | 1 - 1 | Torino | Serie A | Stadio Diego Armando Maradona |
| 07/01/2024 | Torino | 3 - 0 | Napoli | Serie A | Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino |
| 19/03/2023 | Torino | 0 - 4 | Napoli | Serie A | Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino |
| 01/10/2022 | Napoli | 3 - 1 | Torino | Serie A | Stadio Diego Armando Maradona |
| 07/05/2022 | Torino | 0 - 1 | Napoli | Serie A | Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino |
| 17/10/2021 | Napoli | 1 - 0 | Torino | Serie A | Stadio Diego Armando Maradona |
| 26/04/2021 | Torino | 0 - 2 | Napoli | Serie A | Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino |
Torino Win
Napoli Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 7 GD: +7
P: 7 GD: +10
P: 7 GD: +5
P: 7 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: +6
P: 7 GD: +4
P: 7 GD: +2
P: 7 GD: +6
P: 7 GD: 0
P: 7 GD: -1
P: 7 GD: -3
P: 7 GD: +3
P: 7 GD: -2
P: 7 GD: -7
P: 7 GD: -4
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -7
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -6
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
Simeone Steals the Show in Turin Drama
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 49/100. Torino secured a massive result in their battle for stability, frustrating a dominant Napoli side that saw their late equaliser snatched away by the video assistant.
Possession versus Precision
The atmosphere at the Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino was electric as Torino prepared to face a high-flying Napoli. From the outset, the tactical blueprint was evident: the visitors controlled possession with a commanding 69%, while the hosts remained compact and disciplined. With significant Stakes involved for both sides, the defensive unit led by Saúl Coco was immediately put to the test. Napoli’s intricate passing patterns forced Torino deep into their own territory, yet the breakthrough remained elusive for the Neapolitans throughout the opening phase. Despite the territorial dominance, Torino showed no signs of crumbling, utilizing their physical presence to disrupt the rhythm of the match. The early exchanges set a tone of resilience, as the home side weathered a storm of 11 corners without yielding.
The Sniper's Mark
The definitive shift occurred in the 32nd minute when G. Simeone found the back of the net, punishing the visitors with a clinical finish. This goal completely altered the dynamic, rewarding Torino's patience and tactical rigidity. An Intensity rating of 4.6 reflects a match defined by gritty duels rather than flowing football, as the hosts prioritised defensive solidity over creative flair. Napoli responded by launching a barrage of 22 shots, but their profligacy in the final third proved costly against a determined goalkeeper. The match turned into a statistical battle; despite 34 combined shots turning the pitch into a shooting gallery, only seven actually found the target. Torino’s ability to limit clear-cut chances, even while seeing so little of the ball, highlighted a defensive masterclass that frustrated the opposition.
The Video Assistant's Verdict
Drama reached its peak in the dying seconds of stoppage time when Noa Lang appeared to have salvaged a point for the visitors. However, the intervention of VAR in the 95th minute led to the goal being cancelled, sparking wild celebrations among the home support. A Balance score of 2.8 indicates how the single lead change dictated the entire narrative of the afternoon. Niels Nkounkou was exceptional in the closing stages, providing the energy required to see out the result against a desperate Napoli attack. For Torino, this victory provides a vital boost in their quest for mid-table security, moving them further away from the danger zone. Conversely, Napoli leaves Turin wondering how a match they controlled so thoroughly resulted in a demoralising defeat.
Key Questions
How did VAR change this match?
VAR intervened in the 95th minute to disallow Noa Lang's equaliser, preserving Torino's narrow lead and denying Napoli a last-gasp point.
What does this mean for Torino's season?
This crucial win propels Torino away from the lower reaches of the table, offering vital breathing room and confidence for the matches ahead.
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.
Torino’s Survival Instinct Faces the Napoli Juggernaut
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 47/100. A desperate Torino must find a way to stop a Napoli side that looks every bit like a title contender, turning this match into a pivotal survival test.
The Setup
The atmosphere at the Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino is thick with tension as the home side fights for its top-flight life. Torino enters this clash with a Form rating struggling to find consistency, having suffered three losses in their last five outings. For the Granata, the Stakes could not be higher; they are currently languishing in 13th place, needing a turnaround to avoid being sucked further into a relegation scrap. Meanwhile, Napoli arrives as a clinical force, boasting a Stars rating of 8.5 thanks to world-class talents like S. McTominay and R. Højlund. The visitors have excelled as away specialists, making the tactical Balance of this fixture heavily weighted in their favor.
Key Battle
This match will be won or lost in the middle of the park. Torino’s defensive unit, anchored by goalkeeper Franco Israel—who has averaged 2.4 saves per game—will be under constant duress. They must find a way to disrupt Napoli’s fluid midfield transition led by Billy Gilmour and the powerhouse Frank Anguissa. Additionally, the return of A. Buongiorno to his former home adds a narrative edge, as he looks to shut down any rare counter-attacking opportunities the home side might manufacture.
Our Prediction
The disparity in quality and momentum suggests a difficult evening for the hosts. Napoli is expected to dominate possession and exploit Torino's defensive fragilities. While the home side will display plenty of grit, the technical superiority of the Partenopei will eventually break the deadlock. We anticipate a 0-2 victory for Napoli, with the goals coming through sustained pressure and clinical finishing in the second half.