Cagliari vs Napoli prediction 20.03.2026 | Serie A

Cagliari seem to be drifting toward a familiar finish again. The Islanders have ended the last two seasons around 15th or 16th place, and this campaign feels similar. Right now, Cagliari sit just above the relegation zone with a six point cushion, which is not exactly comfortable.

Form has been poor lately. Fabio Pisacane’s side are winless in the last six matches, losing four of those. The defence, in particular, has struggled. Cagliari conceded at least two goals in four of those games, which does not inspire much confidence.

The recent 3-1 defeat to Pisa summed things up. To make matters worse, Adam Obert was sent off in that match, leaving fewer options at the back. Home form has not helped either. The Islanders are winless in the last three matches at Unipol Domus.

Injuries continue to limit the squad. Andrea Belotti and Mattia Felici remain out with long term ligament issues. Riyad Idrissi and Gennaro Borrelli are also unavailable.

Napoli came into this season with high expectations after winning two titles in three years. The Blues started well, picking up four straight league wins early on. Then, something shifted. Performances became less consistent, and results dipped for a while.

There are signs of recovery now. Antonio Conte’s side have found a bit of rhythm again, winning the last three matches, including a comeback victory against Lecce. That sort of result can lift a dressing room.

Still, away form remains a concern. Napoli have won only two of the last six matches on the road, which adds a layer of doubt ahead of this trip.

In terms of team news, Kevin De Bruyne has returned from injury but has only appeared from the bench recently. The same cautious approach may continue. Romelu Lukaku could also start on the bench.

Amir Rrahmani, David Neres, Giovanni Di Lorenzo, and Antonio Vergara remain unavailable through injury.