Lazio vs Napoli prediction 04.01.2026 | Serie A

After finishing second in Serie A in the 2022/23 season, Lazio had two seventh-place finishes in the following season. This season, they even missed out on Europe and are only focused on the domestic competitions. Unfortunately, Biancocelesti are not playing as great as expected, considering they are in 8th place with 24 points from 17 matches. The main issue this season is their terrible road record, because they are averaging around 0.87 points per game less there. Therefore, it is crucial to continue with good results at Stadio Olimpico.

After a 1:1 draw in the previous game vs Udinese, coach Maurizio Sarri spoke to the media. He was furious at Udinese's late equalizer, as he felt it was a clear handball in the buildup to the action, and it was ignored by VAR. Due to his frustration, the coach decided to withdraw from the post-media duties. 

For the upcoming game, Boulaye Dia and Fisayo Dele-Bashiru are unavailable as they are participating in the ongoing AFCON. Additionally, Nicolo Rovella and Samuel Gigot will remain sidelined with their long-term injuries.

Napoli won their fourth Scudetto last season, their second in the past three seasons. This season, Gli Azzurri continued with very good results in Serie A and are currently just two points away from the top spot. Unfortunately, their performance in the Champions League could have been much better, as they barely secured a place in the next phase, finishing 23rd. But besides their unimpressive Champions League appearance, they can be satisfied with the season thus far. At the moment, the bookies see Napoli as the second favorite for the title, with the odds between 4 and 5, while Inter are the main favorite with odds between 1.6 and 1.7.

Napoli's season has been particularly impressive, given their constant injury problems. For the upcoming game, they could miss up to six players - Alex Meret, Mathias Olivera, Romelu Lukaku, Billy Gilmour, Kevin De Bruyne, and Sam Beukema.