Third in Serie A behind the two Milan clubs, the
Naples
will not give up in the race for the Scudetto to retain their crown. But the reigning champion will not neglect the Italian Cup. Faced with early elimination in the Champions League at the League stage (a disappointing thirtieth place), Antonio Conte’s team must give a response on the domestic scene. A cup title could allow this stronghold of Italian football to adorn its showcase a little more.
But to reach the last four of the competition, Napoli will have to avoid the trap set by Como. A Serie A sensation with a flattering sixth place just two points from the top 5, the Lombard club continues to grow. To the point of becoming one of the most feared spoilsport in Italian football this season. With a flamboyant and well-oiled game driven by its greatest talents, like the nugget Nico Paz, Cesc Fabregas’ team should offer tough opposition in Naples.
The expected compositions
Naples : Milinkovic-Savic; Beukema, Rrahmani, Jesus; Gutierrez, Lobotka, McTominay, Spinazzola; Vergara, Elmas; Hojlund
Como : Butez; Smolcic, Ramon, Kempf, Valle; Perrone, Da Cunha; Vojvoda, Paz, Baturina; Douvikas.
Where to watch the match?
This Italian Cup quarter-final between Naples and Como will be broadcast this Tuesday on DAZN, from 9 p.m.