On Saturday, November 1, at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium, Napoli and Como face off in one of the most anticipated clashes of Serie A Matchday 10. The hosts come into this game as league leaders, sharing the top spot with Roma after the first nine rounds. With only a three-point lead over chasers AC Milan and Inter, Antonio Conte’s side must keep their winning streak alive to extend their advantage and attempt an early breakaway — especially considering that the weekend also features the big match between Roma and Milan. Como, meanwhile, are enjoying an excellent start to the season, sitting fifth in the table and firmly in the European race. Cesc Fabregas’ men, after beating Lazio and Juventus, are dreaming of another prestigious win to consolidate their current position — and, should Milan or Inter slip up, potentially break into the Champions League zone. A crucial test, then, for both teams aiming to confirm the positive impressions made over the first nine Serie A matches.

Napoli's recent form and key stats

In the midweek Serie A fixture, Napoli claimed a hard-fought 0-1 victory away at Lecce thanks to Zambo Anguissa’s fourth goal of the season. It was the Azzurri’s second straight win, following their 3-1 triumph over Inter on October 25.

Napoli’s recent form has been positive: over their last five competitive matches, they’ve recorded three wins and two defeats, averaging 1.6 goals scored and 1.8 conceded per game. The rough patch marked by back-to-back losses to Torino (1-0) in Serie A and PSV (6-2) in the Champions League now seems behind them.

In Serie A, Antonio Conte’s men currently lead the standings with 21 points from seven wins and two defeats, scoring 16 goals and conceding 8. At home, they’ve been flawless — four wins from four matches at the Maradona — and are unbeaten in their last sixteen home games across all competitions.

Como's recent form and key stats

Como come into this match on an impressive eight-game unbeaten streak (4 wins, 4 draws), highlighted by their 3-1 victory over Hellas Verona in midweek, with goals from Douvikas, Posch, and Vojvoda. That win marked a strong reaction after a disappointing 0-0 draw at Parma.

The Larians are in great form: in their last five matches, they’ve earned two wins and three draws, averaging 1.4 goals scored and just 0.6 conceded per game. Their defensive solidity has been outstanding — only three goals conceded in their last six matches across Serie A and the Coppa Italia. Offensively, they’ve been consistent, though they rely heavily on the creativity of Nico Paz, their standout talent.

After nine league rounds, Como have collected 16 points (4 wins, 4 draws, 1 defeat) with 12 goals scored and 6 conceded. They boast one of Serie A’s best defenses and are a dangerous side even away from home — having lost just one of their last eight Serie A away matches.

Napoli vs Como prediction by BetMines

The clash between Napoli and Como promises entertainment: two teams that love to play fast, attacking, vertical football. The ingredients are there for an intense and thrilling match from both sides. The hosts are favorites to win, backed by their home crowd and a strong record at the Maradona, where they’ve won their last five Serie A games.

The recent head-to-head record also favors Napoli: last season, the Azzurri won 3-1 at home thanks to goals from McTominay, Lukaku (currently out injured), and Neres, while Strefezza scored for Como. However, the Lombardy side took revenge in the reverse fixture, beating the future Italian champions 2-1 with a decisive strike from Diao — now back in action after a long layoff. These precedents confirm how this matchup can often deliver excitement and surprises.

Tactically, both teams prefer to control possession, though Napoli might opt to contain Como’s early pressure by limiting Nico Paz’s influence and striking on the counter through the pace of Politano and Neres, with McTominay’s runs from midfield adding an extra threat for goalkeeper Butez.

Considering current form and previous meetings, the BetMines prediction points to a goal-filled match: Over 2.5 goals and “both teams to score” are the most likely tips.

Probable lineups Napoli vs Como

NAPOLI (4-3-3): Milinkovic-Savic; Di Lorenzo, Rrahmani, Buongiorno, Spinazzola; Anguissa, Gilmour, McTominay; Politano, Hojlund, Neres. Coach: Conte.

COMO (4-2-3-1): Butez; Smolcic, Ramon, Diego Carlos, Valle; Perrone, Da Cunha; Addai, Paz, Rodriguez; Morata. Coach: Fabregas.