Two genuine giants of the European game are set to do battle in Naples, with Napoli hosting Barcelona, in a Champions League tie that has caught the eye with all UCL betting apps. Napoli romped to the Serie A title last year but are in a real state of flux currently, with Francesco Calzona being installed as their new manager. Barcelona are in a similar boat, with manager Xavi having announced his intention to leave at the end of the campaign.
Napoli vs Barcelona Best Odds
Both sides look to entertain in every game they play and the atmosphere in Naples should be ramped up to the max.
| Napoli – 17/10 (+170) | Draw – 13/5 (+260) | Barcelona – 17/10 (+170) |
| Over – 4/5 (-125) | 2.5 Goals | Under – 11/10 (+110) |
| Yes – 5/8 (-160) | BTTS | No – 11/8 (+138) |
Napoli vs Barcelona Analysis
This should be an absolute classic, with both sides sure to harbour ambitions of going all the way this season in the Champions League.
Napoli
Whilst it hasn’t been the season many Napoli fans would have hoped for, they are still basking in the glory of their Serie A title last season and remain in the hunt for the Champions League crown. Francesco Calzona has been brought back to the club to steady the ship and there is a feeling amongst many punters and Champions League betting sites that they could be ready to turn things around this term and where better to start than in this one.
Team news: Napoli have a full squad to pick from here in this crucial 1st leg tie.
Napoli Predicted Lineup:
Meret, Di Lorenzo, Rrahmani, Jesus, Rui, Anguissa, Lobotka, Cajuste, Politano, Osimhen & Kvaratskhelia.
Barcelona
Despite their La Liga bid faltering somewhat recently, Barcelona remain one of the most dangerous sides in European football and they will be up for this stern challenge in Naples here. Xavi remains a club legend, regardless of how his remaining days in the Camp Nou hotseat pan out but he will be desperate to bring Champions League success back to Barcelona for the first time since 2017. Staying in the tie will be the ultimate aim and Barca will face this challenge head on in Naples.
Team news: A key trio in Gavi, Marcos Alonso and Ferran Torres will miss out here for Barcelona.
Barcelona Predicted Lineup:
Ter Stegen, Kounde, Araujo, Martinez, Cancelo, De Jong, Gundogan, Pedri, Yamal, Lewandowski & Roque.
Napoli vs Barcelona Stats and Trends
- Over the past 4 competitive meetings between these two teams, Barcelona have won 2 and the other 2 have finished as draws.
- The two sides met in the last 8 of the Europa League quarter finals in 2022.
- Barcelona overcame Napoli 3-1 in the last Champions League game between the sides in 2020.
- The sides meet again for the second leg in March at the Nou Camp.
Napoli vs Barcelona Prediction
This should be a superb watch for the neutral, with two of the most exciting sides in Europe going head to head. Napoli are a tough nut to crack at home, always backed to the hilt by their passionate home fans and a new manager in tow should only add to the hype. However, Barcelona have some superb players in their ranks, and they should be able to navigate these tricky waters in Naples and pick up a draw.
Prediction: The match to finish as a draw- 13/5 (+260) – Rhino Bet.
Napoli vs Barcelona – The Ultimate Bet
Draw & BTTS – 7/2 (+350) – Fitzdares
This should be a pulsating 1st leg tie, with both sides desperate not to lose it here in Naples and whilst the hosts will always want to put on a show for their fans, Barcelona should pick up a result to take back to the Nou Camp with them.
