Napoli vs Bologna prediction, preview & betting tips – 11/05/2026

Napoli will look to consolidate their grip on the runners-up spot in Serie A when they host Bologna at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona on Monday. 

As the 2025-2026 campaign nears its conclusion, the home side are eager to bounce back from a stalemate against Como.

On the other hand, the visiting Bologna team are looking to get back to their best and are desperate to reignite their push for a top-half finish.

Read our prediction, preview and betting tips for the game below, and make sure to check out our today's betting tips page for more of our expert predictions.

Napoli vs. Bologna key stats

• Napoli have only lost once at home in their last six Serie A games.
• The home side have kept 13 clean sheets in the league this season.
• Bologna have failed to keep a clean sheet in their last four away games across all competitions.

Napoli vs. Bologna preview: The chase for second spot at the Maradona

Napoli may have surrendered their Serie A crown, but securing second place is now firmly in focus as they welcome an out-of-form Bologna to the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona.

The hosts’ title defence officially came to an end last weekend after Inter Milan sealed the Scudetto, but there is still plenty for Antonio Conte’s side to play for. 

A victory here would move the Partenopei closer to finishing as runners-up and also secure a 22nd league win of the season. 

Their campaign can still be viewed as a success after also lifting the Supercoppa Italiana, while their formidable home record suggests they are well placed to finish strongly. 

Napoli have lost just one of their last 17 Serie A home games this season, showing how dominant they are at their home ground.

Bologna, meanwhile, arrive with their European ambitions fading rapidly following their recent poor run of form. 

A 0-0 draw against Cagliari last weekend ended a three-game losing streak but also extended their scoreless run to four consecutive competitive matches. 

Their recent slump has come at the worst possible stage of the campaign, with elimination from the UEFA Europa League adding to their poor form. 

While four wins from their last six away games in the Serie A hint at their potential to upset stronger opposition, back-to-back defeats on the road suggest their season could be drifting towards a disappointing conclusion.

Napoli vs. Bologna form guide & betting tips

Whispers predicts: Napoli 3-0 Bologna

Napoli’s recent form includes a slight stumble away from home, but their overall record of 21 wins suggests they are still the superior force in this clash. 

Their defensive record is particularly impressive, and against a Bologna side that has failed to score in their last four matches in all competitions, a clean sheet for the hosts is a strong possibility. 

The bookmakers have made the home side the strong favourites at 1.55, reflecting their position at the top end of the table and their dominance at the Maradona. 

A draw is currently valued at 4.20, while an away victory for Bologna is considered a significant upset at 5.75 odds. 

The odds for over 2.5 goals are set at 1.90, which is an interesting option, and both teams to score (no) is perhaps the most compelling option at 1.95. 

For those looking for more specific value, the home team's total goals (over 1.5) are offered at 1.66 odds.

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