Napoli vs Bologna Match Preview: Serie A Clash

The Serie A clash between Napoli and Bologna is scheduled for 11 May 2026 at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona in Naples, with M. Piccinini appointed as referee. Napoli come into this Regular Season - 36 fixture sitting 2nd on 70 points, while Bologna are 10th with 49 points.

Napoli Availability

Napoli face several concerns in attack and midfield. David Neres (Ankle Injury) is sidelined. R. Lukaku (Hip Injury) is sidelined, removing a powerful centre-forward option. A. Vergara (Foot Injury) is doubtful. None of these absences are suspension-related. Key attacking figures remain available: R. Højlund has 10 goals and 3 assists, while S. McTominay has added 9 goals and 3 assists from midfield, underlining that Napoli’s main scoring threats are expected to feature.

Bologna Availability

Bologna have a longer absentee list. K. Bonifazi (Inactive) is sidelined. N. Cambiaghi (Muscle Injury) is sidelined. N. Casale (Calf Injury) is sidelined. M. Vitik (Ankle Injury) is sidelined. T. Dallinga (Injury) is doubtful. Joao Mario (Injury) is doubtful. L. Skorupski (Muscle Injury) is doubtful. There are no suspensions reported.

Impact Summary

Napoli lose depth and physical presence in the final third but retain their primary attacking output. Bologna’s issues are spread across defense, attack, and in goal, potentially disrupting both their defensive structure and finishing options more severely than Napoli’s setbacks.