On Wednesday, Napoli receives Empoli on the occasion of the 8th finals of the Italian Cup. Both teams want to advance to the next round.

SSC Napoli vs Empoli Soccer Betting Picks – Coppa Italia

With 31 points taken in 16 games, Napoli is currently 6th in Serie A. Authors of a very good start, Gennaro Gattuso’s men appear less consistent for some time, evidenced by the 3 losses conceded in the last 6 days, for 2 wins and 1 draw. Surprised at home by La Spezia in the middle of last week (1-2), they reacted last weekend by winning on the lawn of Udinese (1-2). Leader of the Europa League, Napoli is qualified for the round of 16.

To reach this level of competition, Empoli defeated Renate (2-1), Benevento (2-4) and Brescia (3-0) in the previous rounds. Close to the rise in the elite last year, the team now occupies the head of Serie B with 3 units ahead of its dolphin. The partners of striker Mancosu have lost only once since the start of the championship, for 9 wins and 7 draws. On the last day, they won on Cosenza (0-2).

Staff for SSC Napoli vs Empoli

Napoli is still deprived of former Lille scorer Victor Osimhen and long-time absent Malcuit, joined in the infirmary by manager defender Manolas. Still too fair last weekend, the Belgian international Dries Mertens could, however, find the group this week.

Empoli coach Alessio Dionisi should be able to count on his 2 major offensive assets. We are thinking of forwards Mancuso (9 goals in Serie B) and La Mantia (6 goals). On the other hand, midfielder Bandinelli is forfeited.

The key points for the match SSC Napoli vs Empoli

This meeting will be played behind closed doors.
Both teams have the right to 5 substitutions.

SSC Napoli vs Empoli Soccer Betting Picks

Opposed to a Serie B resident, Napoli has a great opportunity to reach the quarter-finals of the Italian Cup. Napoli victory!

Betting Picks: Napoli wins 2 or more
Odds: 1.63