Napoli - Arsenal Predictions

Napoli fought on equal terms with Inter Milan in the latest Serie A round. However, they ultimately lost 3-2. They will begin their Champions League campaign against a demanding opponent in Arsenal. What is worth betting on in this match?

• Napoli have conceded five goals in three matches this season
• Arsenal have conceded just one goal in their last four games
• Several key Napoli players will miss the match due to injuries

Napoli - Arsenal Predictions

Napoli have created scoring chances with relative ease this season. The Blues have scored six goals in three matches, but they have also conceded as many as five. On Wednesday, they will face Arsenal, who have been ruthlessly efficient in recent years.

Our tip: Both teams to score at odds of 1.87 (-115)

The Gunners have scored in every game this season. On paper, they have a stronger squad than Napoli. Goals in this match seem almost guaranteed.

Napoli - Arsenal Betting odds

Despite Napoli playing at home on Wednesday, Arsenal are clear favorites with the bookmakers to win the match. The odds for an Arsenal victory stand at 1.70 (-143). The odds for a Napoli win are as high as 5.50 (450). What are the odds for a draw? The average price is around 3.80 (280).

Predicted lineups

Arsenal will definitely be without the injured Saliba. Timber and Mosquera are also dealing with injuries. As for Napoli, Buongiorno, Giovane, Marianucci and, most notably, McTominay are unavailable due to fitness issues.

• Napoli: Meret - Di Lorenzo, Rrahmani, Marin, Olivera - Gilmour, Lobotka, De Bruyne - Politano, Hojlund, Alisson Santos
• Inter: Raya - White, Konsa, Gabriel, Calafiori - Rice, Bruno, Saka, Odegaard, Tzolis - Havertz

Recent results

Napoli have suffered two defeats in their last three matches, which significantly hurts their statistics. In the latest Serie A round, they lost 3-2 to Inter Milan. Before that, the Blues were beaten 2-1 by Como. Arsenal, meanwhile, defeated Chelsea 2-1 in the London derby, having previously beaten Aston Villa away and Coventry 3-0 at the Emirates.

Napoli - recent matches

05.09.2026 - Inter - Napoli 3:2 (Serie A)
30.08.2026 - Napoli - Como 1:2 (Serie A)
22.08.2026 - Genoa - Napoli 0:2 (Serie A)
12.08.2026 - Napoli - Aris 6:2 (Friendly)
08.08.2026 - Napoli - Celta Vigo 1:1 (Friendly)

Arsenal - recent matches

06.09.2026 - Arsenal - Chelsea 2:1 (Premier League)
31.08.2026 - Aston Villa - Arsenal 0:1 (Premier League)
21.08.2026 - Arsenal - Coventry 3:0 (Premier League)
16.08.2026 - Arsenal - Manchester City 3:0 (Community Shield)
12.08.2026 - Arsenal - Como 5:4 after penalties (Friendly)

Napoli - Arsenal Champions League match

Napoli's statistics this season look worse than their performances suggest. The Blues are nevertheless expected to lose against Arsenal, who rarely suffer defeats. Their only defeat in a competitive match in recent months came in the Champions League final, when they lost to PSG on penalties. The Gunners are characterized by a solid defense and consistency. Mikel Arteta has not changed his philosophy, although his side appear to be playing with slightly more attacking intent in the 2026/27 season.

Broadcast

The match will be played on Wednesday, September 9 at 3:00 PM ET (USA) and 8:00 PM BST (UK time). The venue for the clash will be the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona in Naples. The match will be broadcast live in the UK on TNT Sports 2 and TNT Sports Ultimate, with live streaming available on HBO Max.