Year: 2023

Napoli Primavera Relegated After Defeat to Inter

For the fourth time in five matches, Napoli Primavera dropped additional points after conceding a goal in the final five minutes of the match. With Atalanta and Cagliari winning their respective matches, the Azzurrini finished 10 points behind their nearest rival. Consequently, Napoli will not play in a relegation playoff.  Instead, they have been automatic relegated along with Udinese and Cesena.LineupNicolò Frustalupi made two changes to the squad he fielded in the loss to Fiorentina. Daniel Hysaj returned to the starting XI to play in the back three over Luigi D’Avino. Meanwhile, Cedrick Koffi started at trequartista over Bilel Sahli.(3-4-2-1)…
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Bologna-Napoli Match Preview

Bologna-Napoli Match Preview

Napoli travel to Emilia-Romagna to take on Bologna in the penultimate round of 2022/23 Serie A campaign. Luciano Spalletti did not give a pre-match press conference amidst speculation that the Tuscan will leave Napoli at the end of the season. Meanwhile, Thiago Motta, who has been linked to Napoli as a potential replacement for Spalletti, has had an excellent record against the top clubs in the girone di ritorno.Bologna FCAfter a slow start to his tenure at Bologna, Thiago Motta has turned the Rossoblu's season around.  Since their defeat to Napoli in the girone di andata, which caused Bologna to…
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New Podcast! Bologna Preview

New Podcast! Bologna Preview

In the second episode of the week, Joe Fischetti previews Napoli’s penultimate match of the season against Bologna, including:Bologna’s record against top clubs in the girone di ritornoNapoli’s brief history against Thiago Motta - one of the candidates to replace Luciano SpallettiPredicted starting XI’s3 Keys to the matchMatch Prediction
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Napoli Primavera Suffer Fifth Defeat in Six Matches

Despite creating significantly more chances than Empoli, Napoli Primavera suffered their fifth defeat in six matches.  The Azzurrini have one match remaining before they play against either Cagliari or Atalanta in the relegation playoff. Lineup Nicolò Frustalupi made two changes to the squad he fielded in the loss to Fiorentina. Daniel Hysaj returned to the starting XI to play in the back three over Luigi D'Avino. Meanwhile, Cedrick Koffi started at trequartista over Bilel Sahli. (3-4-2-1) Boffelli; Hysaj, Barba, Obaretin; Acampa, Gioielli, Iaccarino, Gningue; Koffi, Spavone; Rossi First Half Empoli didn’t waste any time, opening the scoring less than three minutes…
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Amir Rrahmani Contract Extended, Official Announcement Awaited

Amir Rrahmani Contract Extended, Official Announcement Awaited

According to Italian media, Amir Rrahmani's contract renewal has been filed with Lega Serie A and all that remains is the official press release from SSC Napoli. According to reports, the contract has been extended until June of 2027 (4 years), with a club option to further extend the contract for an additional year. Rrahmani, who is currently 29 years old, would be 33 years old by the end of the original extension.
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New Podcast! Clipped Wings and Wellington Boots

New Podcast! Clipped Wings and Wellington Boots

In the first episode of the week, Joe Fischetti reviews Napoli’s victory over Inter on Sunday and assesses potential coaching replacements should Luciano Spalletti leave the club.Part 1 - Match Review:  Napoli vs Inter, including:  Napoli’s best performance in nearly two months; Gagliardini’s dismissal; return of the qualities from earlier in the season that won the Scudetto; goal review; and Osimhen frustration after being taken off (~0:59)Part 2 - Background behind Spalletti’s potential departure from Napoli and an assessment of who of the many coaches that have been linked to Napoli are realistic replacements (~15:16)
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Napoli Femminile One Win Away From Automatic Promotion

After trailing for 77 minutes, Napoli Femminile scored twice to take a 2-1 lead into stoppage time. However, the match finished level at 2 apiece after a Citadella goal from a direct free kick taken from 40 yards out.LineupBiagio Seno made only two changes to the squad that defeated Arezzo. Sara Tui returned to the starting XI to play over Giulia Ferrandi on the left side of the midfield. Meanwhile, striker Adriana Gomes started up top, relegating Serena Landa to the bench. First HalfCittadella started the match well, opening the scoring only six minutes after kick-off. Midfielder Elena Nichele dispossessed…
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Napoli Defeat All 19 Opponents for First Time in Club History – Four Takeaways

Napoli Defeat All 19 Opponents for First Time in Club History – Four Takeaways

Shortly after Romelu Lukaku's late equalizer, Giovanni Di Lorenzo confirmed his status as a club legend, curling a left-footed strike into the top corner. With the 3-1 victory, Napoli have earned at least one victory against all 19 opposition clubs in a single season for the first time in club history.  Here are four takeaways selected by Forza Napoli Press.Seeing RedRoberto Gagliardini was predictably sent off five minutes before the end of the first half. The Inter midfielder could have been booked on four separate occasions in the opening frame. He was fortunate to get away without a booking after…
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Napoli Primavera Bound for Relegation Playoff After Loss to Fiorentina

For the third consecutive match, Napoli dropped points after conceding a goal in the final five minutes of the match. With only two rounds remaining, the Azzurrini are guaranteed to play in the Primavera 1 relegation playoff.LineupNicolò Frustalupi made two changes to the squad he fielded in the loss to Juventus.  Valerio Boffelli returned to the starting lineup, replacing Claudio Mauri in goal. Meanwhile, Benedetto Barba started over Daniel Hysaj in the back three.(3-4-2-1) Boffelli; D’Avino, Barba, Obaretin; Acampa, Gioielli, Iaccarino, Gningue; Sahli, Spavone; RossiMatchFiorentina immediately went onto the front foot, creating their first chance in the third minute. Lorenzo…
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9 Straight Wins for Napoli Femminile!

Giulia Giacobbo scored on either side of the break to lead Napoli Femminile to their ninth consecutive victory. With only two matches remaining, the Partenopee are very close to automatic promotion to Serie A Femminile.LineupBiagio Seno made only two changes to the squad that defeated Lazio.  Giulia Ferrandi started on the left side of the midfield trio over Sara Tui. Meanwhile, Serena Landa started alongside Elisa del Estal in the front two, relegating Adriana Gomes to the bench. First HalfThough they didn’t create many chances throughout the match, Arezzo created the first chance in the second minute.  The match official inadvertently…
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