Naples
Yet another appeal to Maradona to give a sign of life: another fundamental match for Calzona’s Napoli against De Rossi’s Roma. The Azzurri are on the pitch at 6pm after the disappointing defeat against Empoli and with a ranking that is certainly not satisfactory. Yet the Neapolitans remain in the running for a place in Europe: but with five games to play the margin for error has become increasingly slim. Victory is needed to concretely aim for a European cup next season. Napoli fresh from the retreat in Caserta, which could continue in the event of yet another negative performance. For the match against Roma, Calzona should rely on the usual 4-3-3. Meret will be in goal, with Gollini out due to injury. In defence, however, Di Lorenzo on the right, Mario Rui, returning from suspension, on the left, as well as Rrahmani, who will partner with Juan Jesus in the center of defence. Calzona should also find Olivera, who will start from the bench. In midfield Lobotka directs with Anguissa and one between Traorè and Cajuste. Muscle injury for Zielinski, who is not among the squad and will also miss the next match. The attack seen in Empoli has been confirmed, with Kvaratskhelia, Osimhen and Politano. There could be some gaps at Maradona: sold out far away, and a possible protest in sight to ask for the reaction from a Napoli that now seems demotivated and disheartened.
