Inter vs Napoli Prediction, Tips & Odds
Inter vs Napoli
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The model favours Inter to win against Napoli, projecting a scoreline of 3-1. Inter currently sits at the top of the Serie A standings after one match, boasting an impressive goal difference of +3 thanks to four goals scored and just one conceded. Their recent form is strong, with three wins and two draws in their last five matches, indicating a solid start to the season. On the other hand, Napoli is not far behind, occupying second place with a perfect record of one win from one match, scoring two goals without reply. Their recent form is also commendable, having gone unbeaten in their last five matches with four wins and one draw. This suggests that they are in good shape as they look to challenge Inter for the top position. The model output indicates a win probability in favour of Inter, with a projected score of 3-1. However, a potential caveat is that Napoli's defence has been strong, which could limit Inter's scoring opportunities. For a detailed explanation of how we reached this prediction, please refer to the "How We Reached This Prediction" section. The Daily Punt Analysis Team utilizes an in-house model that evaluates expected goals and actual results across the season to derive these insights.
Betting Predictions
How the model works, and its full prediction record, are set out on our How It Works and Accuracy pages.
Both attacks have been productive in recent matches, with regular goal-scoring on either side.
Combined goal output is high (3.8 per game). The over has been the right side more often than not.
The most likely scoreline per our model at 16.4% probability.
Inter have been the stronger side, winning 63% of their matches.
Our model projects a 1-0 Inter win as the most likely scoreline at 16.4% probability. 4 of the top six outcomes feature Inter clean sheets, in line with their 37% clean-sheet rate this season.
Lines averaged across 5 bookmakers. Inter are the favourites on the spread, so the larger handicaps pay more if they win comfortably while the smaller lines protect the bet on a narrower result.
Best Betting Odds
Inter vs Napoli| Bookmaker | 1X2 | O/U 2.5 | BTTS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | X | 2 | Over | Under | Yes | No | |
| 1.65 | 3.70 | 5.20 | 2.00 | 1.80 | 1.95 | 1.80 | |
| 1.68 | 3.88 | 5.60 | 1.94 | 1.88 | 1.88 | 1.82 | |
| 1.65 | 3.75 | 5.50 | 2.00 | 1.80 | 1.87 | 1.87 | |
| 1.68 | 3.85 | 5.64 | 2.00 | 1.91 | — | — | |
| 1.62 | 3.37 | 4.69 | 2.05 | 1.81 | — | — | |
| 1.67 | 3.50 | 5.00 | — | — | 1.85 | 1.91 | |
| 1.65 | 3.80 | 5.50 | 1.91 | 1.91 | 1.91 | 1.91 | |
| 1.73 | 3.90 | 5.54 | 2.01 | 1.93 | 1.87 | 1.85 | |
| 1.63 | 3.65 | 5.40 | 2.08 | 1.71 | 2.05 | 1.72 | |
Betano | 1.65 | 3.80 | 5.50 | 2.07 | 1.80 | 2.00 | 1.75 |
Superbet | 1.68 | 3.80 | 5.45 | 2.02 | 1.80 | 2.00 | 1.80 |
BetVictor | 1.65 | 3.80 | 5.25 | 1.86 | 1.81 | 1.85 | 1.83 |
Goals Probability
Avg. bookmaker oddsDouble Chance
Bet covers two outcomesHead to Head
Last 10 Meetings (Inter leads 3-2)In the last 10 encounters between Inter and Napoli, Inter has won 3 times, there have been 5 draws, and Napoli has secured 2 victories. The scorelines indicate a competitive rivalry, with a notable frequency of draws, highlighting closely contested matches. The results have been relatively balanced, with no team dominating; however, Inter's 3-0 win in December 2023 stands out as a significant victory. Napoli last triumphed over Inter in October 2025, suggesting that their recent meetings have leaned slightly in favor of Inter, but overall, the matches have been tight and evenly matched.
Serie A Standings
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  AS Roma | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 1 | 9 | 9 | WWW |
| 2 | Inter | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 3 | 5 | 9 | WWW |
| 3 |  Como | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 7 | WWD |
| 4 |  AC Milan | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 7 | DWW |
| 5 |  Juventus | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 7 | DWW |
| 6 |  Lazio | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 | WW |
| 13 | Napoli | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 3 | LLW |
| 18 |  Venezia | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 7 | -5 | 0 | LLL |
| 19 |  Genoa | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 7 | -6 | 0 | LLL |
| 20 |  Fiorentina | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 9 | -8 | 0 | LLL |
Venue Record
Current season at home / on the roadKey Statistics
2026 SeasonInter have won 10 of their last 13 matches at home, drawing 2 and losing 1. Their recent home fixtures include beat Napoli 3-2 and beat Monza 4-1.
Overall, the wider run reads 19W 8D 3L from the last 30 games (63% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.
Napoli have won 5 of their last 11 matches on the road, drawing 3 and losing 3. Their recent away fixtures include lost to Napoli 3-2 and beat Genoa 0-2.
Overall, the wider run reads 14W 6D 8L from the last 28 games (50% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.
Lineups
ConfirmedInter3-5-2Confirmed
Napoli4-3-3Confirmed
Unavailable Players
7 playersInter2
Napoli5
Betting Strategy
High-probability picks are the most likely outcomes. Value selections are markets where our model's probability sits above the price implied by the odds. They will not always come in, but the odds are in your favour over time.
Yellow Card Prediction
S. Sozza has been appointed as the referee for this fixture. We don't yet have enough recent fixtures officiated by S. Sozza to give a confident card-market projection. Our default lean is under 3.5 yellow cards at 1.95.
Corner Prediction
Inter have averaged 4.6 corners per match at home; Napoli 5.4 on the road. Combined that projects roughly 6.0 corners in this fixture. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.
Player Stats Bet
Inter have generated 2.06 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 63% of them. They put 5.6 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. Inter player to score or assist at 1.55 looks well supported by the data.
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The Daily Punt Analysis Team
Data-driven football predictions and betting tips
This forecast was built by the The Daily Punt Analysis Team using our in-house statistical model. We feed the model two layers of data for every fixture: each team's recent expected goals (xG and xGA) and their actual goals scored and conceded, split by home and away venue. The numbers run through a Poisson distribution that produces a probability for every possible scoreline, which we then convert into fair odds for the 1X2, correct score, BTTS, and over/under markets.
Before publishing, we cross-check our fair odds against the prices the major bookmakers are offering. Where a bookmaker is paying out more than our model says is mathematically fair, we flag that market as a value bet on this page.
