Napoli Eye Champions League Spot Against Struggling Bologna

Italy Serie A  -  Napoli VS Bologna
Match Time:12-05-2026 02:45 Tuesday (GMT+8)
Football Livescore | Match Prediction & Tips

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Napoli are on the verge of securing a spot in next season's Champions League and could still finish second in Serie A as they prepare to face Bologna at Stadio Maradona. Meanwhile, Bologna have little left to play for this season, with a mid-table finish already looking certain.

Team Analysis:

Napoli are still pushing for a Champions League place despite losing the Serie A title to Inter Milan, with strong home form keeping them in control of a top-four finish. Meanwhile, Bologna have little left to fight for this season, though their solid away record and recent success against Napoli could still make them dangerous opponents.

Player Situation:

Napoli could welcome back captain Giovanni Di Lorenzo as their injury problems ease, while Rasmus Hojlund and Scott McTominay remain key attacking threats. Meanwhile, Bologna are still struggling for goals despite the return of several players, with Riccardo Orsolini hoping to finally score against Napoli after a long drought in this fixture.

Result Prediction:

Bologna are hoping to complete their first Serie A double over Napoli in more than two decades, but their poor recent form makes the task difficult. Napoli have dominated this fixture at home for years, and another victory in Naples looks likely.

Predicted Result: Napoli 2-0 Bologna.