Napoli vs Bologna: Serie A Match Preview

Napoli host Bologna at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona in Naples on 11 May 2026 in Serie A, Regular Season - 36. Napoli arrive second in the table on 70 points with a goal difference of 19, while Bologna sit tenth on 49 points and a goal difference of 1.

Napoli Availability

Napoli have two confirmed absentees and one fitness concern. David Neres (Ankle Injury) is sidelined. R. Lukaku (Hip Injury) is sidelined. A. Vergara (Foot Injury) is doubtful. None of these players feature among Napoli’s leading scorers or assist providers, so the core attacking output should remain intact. Top scorer R. Højlund (10 goals, 3 assists) and S. McTominay (9 goals, 3 assists) are both available, as is chief creator M. Politano (5 assists).

Bologna Availability

Bologna face a longer list of issues. 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.

Impact Summary

Napoli’s main attacking structure is preserved, with their top scorers and primary assist source available. Bologna’s problems are concentrated in defense and depth across the pitch, which could hinder their ability to contain a Napoli side that has scored 52 league goals so far.