Serie A Clash: Napoli Hosts Pisa After Champions League Setback

NAPLES, Italy — SSC Napoli is set to host Pisa on Monday night at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium, following a disappointing Champions League loss to Manchester City. The match kicks off at 11:45 am PT / 2:45 pm ET.

Napoli, the reigning Serie A champions, needs a quick response after a 2-0 defeat midweek in the Champions League. Currently atop the league table with nine points, the team aims to regain winning momentum against newly promoted Pisa, who sit at the bottom with just one point from their opening matches.

Antonio Conte, Napoli’s head coach, is considering tactical adjustments after the recent setback. Goalkeeper Alex Meret is expected to return from injury, and forward Lorenzo Lucca could start in place of Rasmus Hojlund. Meanwhile, injuries have limited options for the squad, with Romelu Lukaku and Amir Rrahmani sidelined.

Pisa, coached by Alberto Gilardino, has struggled to find the net, relying on penalties for their only goals in the Coppa Italia. Despite a challenging start to the season, veteran Juan Cuadrado is poised to return from injury, potentially boosting Pisa’s attacking options.

Both teams are looking to secure valuable points to improve their league standings. Pisa will seek to end their goal drought, while Napoli needs to rebound from their recent loss. As the match draws near, fans are eager to see how both squads approach this crucial encounter.