Roma vs Napoli prediction, H2H and probable lineups - November 30, 2025
One of the marquee fixtures of Serie A's Matchday 13 will take place this Sunday at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome, where table-topping Roma host the reigning champions, Napoli. Let's break down the stakes in this fiery southern derby and offer a betting tip based on current form and the teams' unique strengths.
Match preview
The Wolves have stormed through the season’s opening third, leading the league table for the first time in over a decade. Three consecutive Serie A wins and an impressive European campaign have solidified their position and boosted team confidence. Thanks to a rock-solid defense and a habit of striking early, Roma are consistently picking up points and maintaining their Scudetto charge.
Defensively, they’ve been outstanding—conceding just six goals in 12 rounds. In eight of their nine victories, Roma have struck first, demonstrating excellent game control. However, their recent head-to-head record against Napoli at home is less than stellar—just two wins in their last nine clashes at the Olimpico.
The reigning champions are slowly finding their rhythm after a tricky start to the season. A crucial win over Atalanta and a strong Champions League display against Qarabag have restored confidence, while a tactical switch to a 3-4-2-1 formation has brought stability. Napoli trail Roma by only two points, and an away win could see the Neapolitans leapfrog into top spot.
Yet, their away form remains a concern—three defeats in their last four Serie A road games. Adding to their woes, Napoli have struggled to score from open play on their travels; their last such goal away from home came back in September. With key absences in both attack and defense, the trip to Rome promises to be a daunting challenge.
Probable lineups
- Roma: Svilar, Mancini, N’Dicka, Hermoso, Celik, Cristante, Kone, Wesley, Sule, Pellegrini, Dybala
- Napoli: Milinkovic-Savic, Boeykema, Rrahmani, Buongiorno, Di Lorenzo, Lobotka, McTominay, Olivera, Neres, Lang, Højlund
Match facts and head-to-head
- Napoli have lost just one of their last 11 Serie A meetings with Roma.
- In five of their last six home league games, Roma have conceded no more than one goal.
- Neither team has dropped points after scoring first in a match this season.
Prediction
Given the stats and the current form of both sides, it’s hard to expect a high-scoring performance from the visitors. With Roma’s formidable back line and Napoli’s away attacking struggles, the smart bet is on the Neapolitans failing to score more than once.
