Napoli vs Bologna Predictions, Picks & Odds – 13/09/2026
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Napoli return to the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona desperate to restore order after a bruising 2-1 home defeat to Como on Matchday 2. That loss left them on just three points from two fixtures, and their broader run of two defeats, a draw, and only one win across recent outings has pushed them down to 11th. Antonio Conte's side need a response, and quickly, if they harbour ambitions of a top-four finish this term.
Bologna arrive in Naples in even worse shape, sitting 15th after losing both their opening Serie A matches by identical 1-0 scorelines. Zero points from two rounds places them among the division's bottom seven, and confidence is fragile. There is, however, a sliver of encouragement: Bologna claimed a memorable 3-2 victory over Napoli in their most recent league meeting back in May 2026, a result that could provide psychological fuel for this trip south.
Napoli's double chance selection at 1.87 reflects their dominant head-to-head record: 20 victories from 37 meetings against Bologna. The Partenopei sit on three points after two rounds, which, while modest, still places them above a Bologna side rooted to the bottom with zero points from consecutive 1-0 defeats. Home advantage at the Maradona adds further weight to backing Napoli to avoid defeat here.
Bologna's last visit to Naples produced a memorable 3-2 win in May 2026, so dismissing them entirely would be unwise. Still, their current form inspires little confidence. Two narrow losses without scoring suggest a side struggling for rhythm in the final third, and that fragility makes an away victory a tough sell at 4.80.
Both teams have wobbled badly in the opening weeks. Napoli's recent sequence includes two losses and a draw from their last five, while Bologna mirror that inconsistency with a near-identical run. The 1X double chance, covered by the home price at 1.87, accounts for this volatility. A draw at 3.66 remains plausible given neither side's current reliability, making the broader selection the more sensible route.
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Trends to Know about Napoli vs Bologna
- Napoli boast 20 wins in 37 meetings
- Bologna winless with zero points
- Napoli lost last home match to Como
Form & Statistics: Napoli vs Bologna
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How to Watch Napoli vs Bologna Match?
What time is Napoli vs Bologna?
Napoli host Bologna on 13 September 2026, with kickoff scheduled for 5:00 PM local time.
Where is Napoli vs Bologna being played?
This match takes place at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona in Naples, Italy.
How Can I Watch Napoli vs Bologna on TV and Live Stream?
This Serie A fixture will be broadcast on channels carrying official Serie A coverage in India.
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