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Genoa vs Napoli Match Preview
Genoa begin their 2026–27 Serie A campaign at Stadio Luigi Ferraris against Napoli on Saturday, August 22, with kick-off at 19:45 BST (20:45 CEST).
Genoa finished 16th in Serie A last season after spending much of the campaign towards the lower end of the table. Daniele De Rossi will be tasked with helping the club turn their fortunes around this campaign after Genoa struggled for goals last season.
The hosts have already enjoyed a positive competitive start to the new campaign, beating Ascoli 4-1 in the Coppa Italia on August 16. That result should give De Rossi’s side some confidence ahead of a considerably tougher test against the Serie A runners up last season.
Napoli, meanwhile, are looking to go one better this season under new manager Massimiliano Allegri. The Italian giants have strengthened their squad significantly, most notably with the arrival of Rasmus Højlund
on a permanent deal from Manchester United.
Their preseason ended with an impressive 6-2 victory over Aris Thessaloniki, with De Bruyne scoring and Scott McTominay among the goalscorers.
However, Napoli have some defensive concerns heading into the opener. Sam Beukema and Alessandro Buongiorno are both unavailable, while David Neres is also sidelined.
Genoa will therefore see an opportunity to make life difficult for the visitors, particularly with home advantage. Napoli remain favourites, but De Rossi’s side have enough attacking pace to punish any mistakes.
Genoa Team News and Key Players
Lorenzo Venturino is unavailable through injury.
Franz-Ethan Meichtry, Hamed Junior Traorè and Elias Havel are doubts.
Justin Bijlow is expected to start in goal.
Morten Frendrup remains an important presence in midfield.
Mario Mitaj is expected to make an important contribution from the left after joining on loan.
Genoa are expected to use a 3-4-3 formation.
Potential starting XI: Justin Bijlow; Leo Østigård, Johan Vásquez, Alessandro Marcandalli; Brooke Norton-Cuffy, Morten Frendrup, Djibril Sow, Mario Mitaj; Tommaso Baldanzi, Vitinha, Lorenzo Colombo.
Lorenzo Colombo is the obvious player to watch for Genoa. The striker will be expected to provide the main attacking outlet against a Napoli side likely to control much of the possession.
Vitinha could also play an important role. His movement and ability to find space around the penalty area could give Napoli’s weakened defence something to think about. Morten Frendrup will be particularly important in midfield.
Genoa will need his energy and defensive work if they are to disrupt Napoli’s passing game and prevent De Bruyne and Scott McTominay from controlling the match. Mario Mitaj is another player to watch after his arrival during the summer. The left-sided defender has already made an encouraging impression and could provide Genoa with an attacking outlet from the wing.
Napoli Team News and Key Players
Sam Beukema is unavailable through injury.
Alessandro Buongiorno is also sidelined.
David Neres remains unavailable.
Luca Marianucci is another defensive absentee.
Rasmus Højlund is expected to lead the attack.
Napoli are expected to use a 3-5-2 system under Massimiliano Allegri.
Potential starting XI: Alex Meret; Giovanni Di Lorenzo, Amir Rrahmani, Rafa Marín; Matteo Politano, André-Frank Zambo Anguissa, Stanislav Lobotka, Kevin De Bruyne, Leonardo Spinazzola; Rasmus Højlund, Giovane.
Kevin De Bruyne is the main player to watch after making a strong impression during preseason. The former Manchester City midfielder scored in Napoli’s 6-2 victory over Aris Thessaloniki.
Rasmus Højlund is another obvious threat. Napoli have brought in the Danish striker to replace Romelu Lukaku as their main attacking reference point, and his pace and physicality could cause problems for Genoa’s back three.
Scott McTominay will also be important. The midfielder was one of Napoli’s most influential players last season and scored against Aris during preseason. His ability to arrive in the box could give Genoa another problem to deal with.
Napoli’s defensive absences are the biggest concern. With Beukema and Buongiorno unavailable, Rafa Marín is expected to partner Amir Rrahmani, leaving Allegri with less depth at the back.
Previous Head to Heads
Napoli have dominated the recent matchup, remaining unbeaten in their last eight meetings with Genoa.
Napoli won both Serie A meetings during the 2025–26 season.
The most recent meeting at the Luigi Ferraris ended in a thrilling 3-2 Napoli victory in February 2026.
Napoli won the reverse fixture 2-1 in October 2025.
Genoa’s most recent victory over Napoli came in February 2021, when they won 2-1 at home.
Napoli have won three of their last four visits to Genoa and have scored at least two goals in each of their last four away games against the Rossoblù.
Score Prediction: Genoa 1-2 Napoli
Genoa have the advantage of home support and will enter the match with confidence after their 4-1 Coppa Italia victory over Ascoli. However, Napoli have significantly greater attacking quality and enter the season as defending champions.
De Bruyne gives Allegri another elite creative option, while Højlund provides a different attacking profile up front. The biggest concern for Napoli is their defence. With Beukema and Buongiorno unavailable, Genoa should be able to create opportunities, particularly if they can use their pace in transition.
Napoli’s recent record against Genoa is nevertheless extremely strong, and the champions have repeatedly found ways to score at the Ferraris. Genoa should make the match competitive, but Napoli’s quality should eventually tell.
Key information and details
UK Kick-off Time: 7:45 p.m. BST
ET Kick-off Time: 2:45 p.m. ET
PT Kick-off Time: 11:45 a.m. PT
Stadium: Stadio Luigi Ferraris
Competition: Serie A 2026–27
Date: Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026
