Napoli Faces Monza in Crucial Serie A Showdown

MONZA, Italy — Napoli will take on Monza at U-Power Stadium on April 19, 2025, in a crucial match for the Serie A title race. Currently trailing league leaders Inter, Napoli is in desperate need of a win to maintain momentum in their quest for the championship. Coach Antonio Conte has confirmed the starting lineup without key players due to injuries and suspensions.

In this match, Napoli faces several lineup challenges. They will be without defenders Buongiorno and Juan Jesus due to injuries. Spinazzola will replace the injured Neres on the front line, where he joins Lukaku and Politano. The midfield sees Gilmour starting, while Anguissa starts on the bench. The confirmed formation for Napoli is a 4-3-3, kickstarting hopes of closing the gap with league leaders Inter, who face Bologna in their own match later in the day.

Meanwhile, Monza, who has struggled this season, looks to cause an upset. They have little to lose, sitting in the low ranks of the Serie A table and still fighting against relegation. Monza’s coach, Alessandro Nesta, will field a 3-5-2 formation. The team has seen its own share of injuries, with key players like Keita and Izzo missing for today’s match.

Statistics indicate that Napoli hasn’t won an away game in their past five Serie A matches, and the team has been grappling with defensive issues, allowing nine goals from outside the box this season. McTominay remains a standout player, having scored eight goals so far this season, marking his best tally yet in a single Serie A campaign.

“We understand the importance of this match,” said Conte in a pre-game statement. “It’s vital for us to capitalize on this opportunity and maintain pressure on Inter in the title chase.”

As of recent weeks, Napoli has endured six draws in their last ten outings, raising concerns among fans about their championship aspirations. They are determined to end the season strong, continuing to aim for a Champions League spot amidst pressure from teams like Monza and Bologna.

The match kicks off at 18:00 local time, with coverage available exclusively on DAZN and through the Sky platform on channel 214.