Intro
Napoli and Union Berlin are set to lock horns in an intriguing UEFA Champions League fixture on 8th November 2023, 19:45 +02:00. The game will be hosted in the city of Napoli at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona. With Napoli in scintillating form and Union Berlin desperately trying to gain momentum, this promises to be a thrilling midweek match under the European lights.
Match analysis
Napoli has been dominant in recent games, scoring an average of 2 goals in their last ten matches. Out of these, they have emerged victorious in the majority, with some crucial ties including against Salernitana and Verona in Serie A, as well as SC Braga in the UEFA Champions League. On the other hand, Union Berlin hasn’t been consistent in their goal-scoring abilities and have been struggling to secure wins, displayed by their recent 3-0 loss to Eintracht Frankfurt in the Bundesliga.
Napoli stands at the 2nd position in the UEFA Champions League, determined to move up the rankings, while Union Berlin resides at the end of the table at the 4th place, determined to bounce back and regain their rhythm.
Recent form
In their recent matches, Napoli has won 60% of their fixtures and drew 10%, losing the remaining 30%. They scored 19 goals, conceding 13 in the process. Union Berlin, in contrast, have managed to win only 20% of matches, losing in 70% and drawing in the remaining 10%. Their goal tally stands at a meager 4, conceding 14 in the process. This stark contrast in their recent performances is a crystal clear indication of Napoli's dominance and going into the match as the favorites.
Head to head
- The only recent head-to-head match between the two sides was won by Napoli (1-0), indicating a slight edge for Napoli in this matchup.
Prediction
Given the recent form and performance of both teams, Napoli seems to be the clear favorites. They have been consistently scoring and winning matches, indicating a dominant performance, while Union Berlin seems to be lagging behind.
For betting tips, consider betting on Napoli to win full time. Considering their recent form, it could also be a good choice to bet on 'over 2.5 goals'. The 'both teams to score' market doesn't look very promising given Union Berlin's recent goal drought, and betting against it could be another smart move. Regardless, always be wary of the unpredictable nature of football and bet responsibly.
