The Serie A Round 16 fixture between Napoli vs Parma will take place at the iconic Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, with kick-off scheduled for 23:00 PM on Tuesday, 14 January 2026.
Napoli return home looking to extend their strong domestic momentum, while Parma arrive with confidence after a recent away win. With both sides showing competitive form and several key absences influencing tactical choices, this matchup promises a balanced but intense contest.
Weather conditions are expected to be mild at 12°C, ideal for a high-tempo match on a well-maintained grass surface.
Match Overview – Napoli vs Parma
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Napoli vs Parma |
| Competition | Serie A |
| Round | Round 16 |
| Date & Kick-Off | Tuesday, 14 January 2026 – 23:00 |
| Venue | Stadio Diego Armando Maradona |
| Location | Naples, Italy |
| Capacity | 54,726 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Weather | 12°C – Mild |
Napoli are expected to control possession and territory, while Parma may rely on compact defending and quick transitions through wide areas.
Recent Form Guide – Napoli vs Parma
Napoli – Last 5 Matches
| Date | Result |
|---|---|
| 11/01 | Draw vs Inter (2–2) |
| 07/01 | Draw vs Hellas Verona (2–2) |
| 04/01 | Win vs Lazio (2–0) |
| 28/12 | Win vs Cremonese (2–0) |
| 22/12 | Win vs Bologna (2–0) |
Parma – Last 5 Matches
| Date | Result |
|---|---|
| 11/01 | Win vs Lecce (2–1) |
| 07/01 | Loss vs Inter (0–2) |
| 03/01 | Draw vs Sassuolo (1–1) |
| 27/12 | Win vs Fiorentina (1–0) |
| 13/12 | Loss vs Lazio (0–1) |
Head-to-Head – Napoli vs Parma (Last 5 Meetings)
| Date | Competition | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 18 May 2025 | Serie A | Parma 0–0 Napoli |
| 31 Aug 2024 | Serie A | Napoli 2–1 Parma |
| 31 Jan 2021 | Serie A | Napoli 2–0 Parma |
| 20 Sep 2020 | Serie A | Parma 0–2 Napoli |
| 22 Jul 2020 | Serie A | Parma 2–1 Napoli |
Key Players to Watch
- Napoli: Rasmus Højlund – 6 goals, 2 assists (15 matches)
- Parma: Mateo Pellegrino – 6 goals, 1 assist (19 matches)
Predicted Lineups – Napoli vs Parma
| Position | Napoli (3-4-2-1) | Parma (4-3-3) |
|---|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | Vanja Milinković-Savić | Edoardo Corvi |
| Defence | Beukema, Rrahmani, Buongiorno | Del Prato, Circati, Valenti, Valeri |
| Midfield | Di Lorenzo, Lobotka, McTominay, Spinazzola | Bernabé, Keita, Sørensen |
| Attack | Politano, Elmas | Oristanio, Pellegrino, Ondrejka |
| Striker | Højlund | — |
Final lineups will be confirmed one hour before kick-off.
Unavailable Players
- Napoli: Juan Jesus (suspension), Antonio Conte (suspension), Meret, Anguissa, Gilmour, De Bruyne, Neres, Lukaku (injuries)
- Parma: Almqvist, Guaita, Suzuki, N’Diaye, Løvik, Frigan (injuries)
Napoli’s depth will be tested, but their tactical structure remains strong despite absences.
Statistical Projection – Napoli vs Parma
| Metric | Napoli | Parma |
|---|---|---|
| Win Probability | 52% | 21% |
| Draw Probability | 27% | — |
| Possession | 55–60% | 40–45% |
| Shots on Target | 5–7 | 3–4 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.6–1.9 | 0.9–1.1 |
| Clean Sheet Probability | 34% | 18% |
| Most Likely Scorer | Højlund | Pellegrino |
✅ Final Score Prediction
Napoli 2–1 Parma
Likely Scorers:
- Napoli: Rasmus Højlund, Matteo Politano
- Parma: Mateo Pellegrino
Napoli’s home advantage, stronger recent form, and midfield control should be enough to edge a competitive Parma side.
Confidence Levels
- Parma Win: 21%
- Napoli Win: 52%
- Draw: 27%
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Suggested Tips (Informational Only)
- Full-Time Result: Napoli Win
- Both Teams to Score: Yes
- Over 1.5 Total Goals
- Anytime Scorer: Rasmus Højlund
⚠️ All predictions are for informational purposes only. Betting involves risk—please play responsibly.
FAQs – Napoli vs Parma
1.What time is Napoli vs Parma?
Kick-off is at 23:00 PM on Tuesday, 14 January 2026.
2.Where will the match be played?
At Stadio Diego Armando Maradona in Naples, Italy.
3.What is the predicted score?
A 2–1 home win for Napoli.
4.Who are the key players to watch?
Rasmus Højlund for Napoli and Mateo Pellegrino for Parma.