Torino vs Napoli Prediction & Betting Tips (1 December)

With 15 points taken in 13 matches, Torino is currently 11th in Serie A. The Piedmontese team had a very good start to the championship but a serious drop in performance caused it to tumble in the rankings. Indeed, Samuele Ricci's teammates have conceded 6 losses in the last 8 days, for 1 victory and 1 draw. After winning against promoted Como 1-0, they lost in turn against Roma 1-0, Fiorentina 0-1 and Juventus 2-0. Last weekend, Torino was held to a draw at home by relegated Monza 1-1.

Disappointing last year, Naples is back under the orders of Antonio Conte this season. Giovanni Di Lorenzo's teammates are now at the top of Serie A with 1 point ahead of their four pursuers. After having lined up 9 matches without a setback, 8 wins and 1 draw, they were soundly beaten at home by Atalanta 0-3 and then took a point on Inter's pitch just before the international break 1- 1. Last weekend, Napoli resumed their march forward with a success acquired in front of their fans against Roma 1-0.

Torino still has to deal with the defections of starting midfielder Ilic, the essential striker Zapata and the long-term absentees Schuurs, Savva and Ilkhan. Seriously injured, Zapata will miss the entire season. Thus, the attackers Adams (3 goals in SA) and Sanabria (2 goals in SA) will have to take their responsibilities but they are struggling to be decisive. Torino has only scored one goal in the last 4 days. For Naples, replacement full-back Mazzocchi is unavailable this weekend, injured.

Otherwise, no absence is to be deplored. Against Roma, it was the robust Belgian striker Lukaku (5 goals and 4 assists in SA) who scored the winning goal. He should still be surrounded by wingers Kvaratskhelia (5 goals and 2 assists in SA) and Politano (1 goal in SA). Napoli has the 2nd defense in the championship.