Napoli are slight favorites at the Stadio Maradona despite a raft of injuries; Conte’s 3-4-3 with Rasmus Hojlund leading the line suggests a Napoli win is likely — punters might back Napoli to win and Hojlund anytime scorer or Napoli win + under 3.5 goals given the makeshift attack.
Napoli vs Qarabag — Champions League Match Preview
Kick-off is at 21:00 CET (20:00 GMT) at the Stadio Maradona in Naples. Antonio Conte has set his sights on a win to mark the fifth anniversary of Diego Maradona’s death, pressing his squad to deliver a performance with added emotional weight. Napoli need a victory to revive their play-off qualification hopes after collecting just four points from the opening four group matches.
Team News: Injuries and Squad Omissions
Napoli arrive with significant availability problems. Alex Meret, Leonardo Spinazzola, Billy Gilmour, Frank Anguissa, Kevin De Bruyne and Romelu Lukaku are all sidelined through injury. Luca Marianucci and Pasquale Mazzocchi are not registered on Napoli’s UEFA list, further limiting Conte’s options.
Tactical Outlook — Conte Sticks With 3-4-3
Conte is expected to stick with the 3-4-3 system that brought victory over Atalanta, prioritizing defensive solidity and wing-back aggression. Rasmus Hojlund will lead the line, flanked by David Neres and a contest between Noa Lang and Matteo Politano for the other wide attacking slot. The left wing-back role could go to either Mathias Olivera or Miguel Gutiérrez, depending on Conte’s emphasis on balance versus width.
Probable Line-ups
Napoli (3-4-3): Milinkovic-Savic; Beukema, Rrhamani, Buongiorno; Di Lorenzo, Lobotka, McTominay, Olivera; Politano, Neres; Hojlund.
Qarabag (4-2-3-1): Kochalski; Silva, Mustafazade, Medina, Jafarguliyev; Bicalho, Jankovic; Leandro Andrade, Zoubir, Addai; Duran.
Napoli vs. Qarabag – where to watch on TV
The game will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 6 in the UK and Ireland and Paramount+ in the USA. Football Italia will provide live updates for Napoli vs. Qarabag and Bodo/Glimt vs. Juventus on a dedicated LIVEBLOG.
What to Watch
Watch how Conte adapts his midfield to cover for absences and whether Hojlund can provide a focal point against a disciplined Qarabag defence. Napoli’s need for points and the emotional backdrop could produce a high-intensity home performance, but squad gaps increase the risk of an underwhelming attacking display.
Prediction Napoli vs Qarabağ 2025/2026 season – Betting Tips for the Champions League on 25/11/2025
Antonio Conte will stick to a three-man defence and Rasmus Hojlund will start up front...
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