Italian League Prediction Thread (Serie A)

[Lordhermes]

8 OUT OF 8 that seems like a huge deal and Napoli si the one that did it. Anyone saw that coming before the start of the season? I have to say that I did not see Napoli being this great. They are literally finishing the first 8 games with 8 wins and that seems like the greatest situation that they could even consider and this is why I am shocked. Sure they are followed by the other teams very closely which means that it is looking top heavy this season, the top teams will have a huge point versus all the bottom teams that will usually lose.

I believe that it is going to change a while as well since I do not see all the teams end up with like this, Napoli will end up losing eventually too.

Napoli is a great team,with a great coach.From the start of the season,I knew they were up to something this time around after winning there straight three matches,and ever since then,they've all developed a winning mentality which will make it difficult for other teams to beat them,the best those teams could have is a draw.
Napoli is really impressing everybody this time around showing that they have quality in the team,and we won't be surprise if they continue like this till the end of the season,but I doubt if other teams will allow that happen.

[leea-1334]

Napoli is a great team,with a great coach.From the start of the season,I knew they were up to something this time around after winning there straight three matches,and ever since then,they've all developed a winning mentality which will make it difficult for other teams to beat them,the best those teams could have is a draw.
Napoli is really impressing everybody this time around showing that they have quality in the team,and we won't be surprise if they continue like this till the end of the season,but I doubt if other teams will allow that happen.

Hopefully they can make it up to their fans after failing to move on their promising squad a few seasons ago. Personally very happy to see teams like them shake up the style of football in Italy,,, which is also now beginning to show in their international football style. Nobody these days wants to see anymore old school defending with one offside striker

Let us wait and see them beat a few top teams first and talk again in January however!

[hahay]

Napoli is a great team,with a great coach.From the start of the season,I knew they were up to something this time around after winning there straight three matches,and ever since then,they've all developed a winning mentality which will make it difficult for other teams to beat them,the best those teams could have is a draw.
Napoli is really impressing everybody this time around showing that they have quality in the team,and we won't be surprise if they continue like this till the end of the season,but I doubt if other teams will allow that happen.

Hopefully they can make it up to their fans after failing to move on their promising squad a few seasons ago. Personally very happy to see teams like them shake up the style of football in Italy,,, which is also now beginning to show in their international football style. Nobody these days wants to see anymore old school defending with one offside striker

Let us wait and see them beat a few top teams first and talk again in January however!

I personally don't believe Napoli will be able to be consistent until the end but indeed, their unbeaten run so far is something very impressive. I believe when the team is on fire and can at least show consistency, at least Napoli should be able to show good results in different tournaments. But the fact is, Napoli still doesn't look good in the EL tournament which I think the imperfect result is still very possible for him to receive in Serie A in the next few matches. Because of the last match yesterday against Torino, the fact is that the victory that Napoli won did not come easily and I am sure that when Napoli will play against a stronger team, maybe a draw and defeat will come soon.

[hd49728]

I personally don't believe Napoli will be able to be consistent until the end but indeed, their unbeaten run so far is something very impressive. I believe when the team is on fire and can at least show consistency, at least Napoli should be able to show good results in different tournaments.

Their fire, their fuel is running out. At least I see signals that their performance is decreasing. They managed to win last weekend but it is not an easy for them. It can be a start of something. With limited players, Napoli can not play with a same squad in this season and can play with their best in all matches.

Their win streak will stop and for teams like Napoli, when a win streak is broken, their problems will be shown and they will need weeks to come back. That will give chances to their opponents.

Because of the last match yesterday against Torino, the fact is that the victory that Napoli won did not come easily and I am sure that when Napoli will play against a stronger team, maybe a draw and defeat will come soon.

It is what I see as well. We will have to watch Napoli next two matches to see whether it is a decreasing performance or they can come back stronger.

[poldanmig]

personally don't believe Napoli will be able to be consistent until the end but indeed, their unbeaten run so far is something very impressive. I believe when the team is on fire and can at least show consistency, at least Napoli should be able to show good results in different tournaments. But the fact is, Napoli still doesn't look good in the EL tournament which I think the imperfect result is still very possible for him to receive in Serie A in the next few matches. Because of the last match yesterday against Torino, the fact is that the victory that Napoli won did not come easily and I am sure that when Napoli will play against a stronger team, maybe a draw and defeat will come soon.

It's not just you, I personally also didn't expect Napoli to be able to achieve a 100% winning record until the eighth week now, maybe right now just Ac Milan is putting a little pressure on Napoli because they only have a difference of 2 points in the standings, although it's still too early but if they are able to continue to be consistent this season of course they have a great chance to win the scudetto at the end of the season.
I think this season a solid defense is the key for Napoli game so that they can continue to achieve positive results, but will they be able to maintain that record if they later meet big teams? Of course it will be worth it for us to wait how far Napoli's winning record can last this season.

[rozak]

It's not just you, I personally also didn't expect Napoli to be able to achieve a 100% winning record until the eighth week now, maybe right now just Ac Milan is putting a little pressure on Napoli because they only have a difference of 2 points in the standings, although it's still too early but if they are able to continue to be consistent this season of course they have a great chance to win the scudetto at the end of the season.
I think this season a solid defense is the key for Napoli game so that they can continue to achieve positive results, but will they be able to maintain that record if they later meet big teams? Of course it will be worth it for us to wait how far Napoli's winning record can last this season.

looks like Luciano found a good formula for Napoli this season. it wasn't just their defense that was very strong. from 8 games conceded 3, it is indeed very impressive.
but seeing the productivity of Napoli scoring goals is also amazing. 19 goals in 8 games, incredible. Victor James Osimhen is very productive scoring goals. 7x played and already scored 5 goals. This season Napoli is a strong team in defense but also very productive in scoring goals.
Napoli's next match should be a trip to Rome. I'm sure it won't be easy to deal with Roma at home. but we will see how Napoli will continue their unbeaten run, or Roma will be a hindrance to Napoli's path.

[masulum]

I think this season a solid defense is the key for Napoli game so that they can continue to achieve positive results, but will they be able to maintain that record if they later meet big teams? Of course it will be worth it for us to wait how far Napoli's winning record can last this season.

Unfortunately, Napoli for now, couldn't perform well in the Europa League, they only got 1 point from 2 matches. Maybe Napoli are not targeting UEL, and prefer to more focus on doing their best in Serie A to keep their chances of staying in 1st place at least until mid season. In the winter transfer market, they will probably focus on increasing their defence strength in order to stay consistent until they get Scudetto.

[BuNga_cute]

I think this season a solid defense is the key for Napoli game so that they can continue to achieve positive results, but will they be able to maintain that record if they later meet big teams? Of course it will be worth it for us to wait how far Napoli's winning record can last this season.

Unfortunately, Napoli for now, couldn't perform well in the Europa League, they only got 1 point from 2 matches. Maybe Napoli are not targeting UEL, and prefer to more focus on doing their best in Serie A to keep their chances of staying in 1st place at least until mid season. In the winter transfer market, they will probably focus on increasing their defence strength in order to stay consistent until they get Scudetto.

Napoli have played perfectly in Serie A, played 8 times and won 8 wins. But indeed, when Napoli played in the Europa League like a different team,
they struggled to win. Maybe winning the Europa League is not Napoli's main target. After all, the depth of Napoli's squad is not as good as other
big teams in Serie A. So Napoli have to choose between the Serie A and Europa League competitions, to be able to play well in the two competitions,
Napoli must bring in more players. It is likely that when the transfer window opens, Napoli will bring in at least two new players. Not only the defense
that must be strengthened, Napoli also need to strengthen their midfield. I think Napoli need to bring in a midfielder who is creative, can provide
more assists for Napoli's forwards.

[SquirrelJulietGarden]

Napoli have played perfectly in Serie A, played 8 times and won 8 wins. But indeed, when Napoli played in the Europa League like a different team, they struggled to win. Maybe winning the Europa League is not Napoli's main target

It is tradition of Italian clubs. They focus on what they think are most important. Many years, they did not respect Europa Leauge and if they were out of Champions League, they did not want to play to win matches and win the trophy in Europa League. It caused a serious problem in long term. Serie A lost their position to Bundesliga and struggled to get it back.

About Napoli, they have an amazing season so they would know it is like a very good season for them to win Scudetto after the season with Maradona. They can not decentralize their players to both Serie A and Europa League. I support their decision at least in this season. In other seasons, they should respect Europa League because bad results will affect total points of Serie A.

[leea-1334]

Let us wait and see them beat a few top teams first and talk again in January however!

I personally don't believe Napoli will be able to be consistent until the end but indeed, their unbeaten run so far is something very impressive. I believe when the team is on fire and can at least show consistency, at least Napoli should be able to show good results in different tournaments. But the fact is, Napoli still doesn't look good in the EL tournament which I think the imperfect result is still very possible for him to receive in Serie A in the next few matches. Because of the last match yesterday against Torino, the fact is that the victory that Napoli won did not come easily and I am sure that when Napoli will play against a stronger team, maybe a draw and defeat will come soon.

Looking at how early all the big teams lost their first game,,, yes, impressive, but counting that it is only 25% into the season, it is expected that 1 or 2 good teams should still get away without a loss.

Consistency of not losing is still not as good as consistency at winning but losing every now and then. Just like Juventus almost every season. They can lose 3 or 4 games but win the majority of the rest. 2 wins and 2 losses is still 50% better points than 4 draws

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Source: Footballsport

But despite all the controversy, Juventus should be proud of the achievement of 3 points in the match.

It happens on 80% of penalties but when there is Juventus involved it will a bigger thing.

Juventus is the biggest clickbait here.

[poldanmig]

I think this season a solid defense is the key for Napoli game so that they can continue to achieve positive results, but will they be able to maintain that record if they later meet big teams? Of course it will be worth it for us to wait how far Napoli's winning record can last this season.

Unfortunately, Napoli for now, couldn't perform well in the Europa League, they only got 1 point from 2 matches. Maybe Napoli are not targeting UEL, and prefer to more focus on doing their best in Serie A to keep their chances of staying in 1st place at least until mid season. In the winter transfer market, they will probably focus on increasing their defence strength in order to stay consistent until they get Scudetto.

Napoli have played perfectly in Serie A, played 8 times and won 8 wins. But indeed, when Napoli played in the Europa League like a different team,
they struggled to win. Maybe winning the Europa League is not Napoli's main target. After all, the depth of Napoli's squad is not as good as other
big teams in Serie A. So Napoli have to choose between the Serie A and Europa League competitions, to be able to play well in the two competitions,
Napoli must bring in more players. It is likely that when the transfer window opens, Napoli will bring in at least two new players. Not only the defense
that must be strengthened, Napoli also need to strengthen their midfield. I think Napoli need to bring in a midfielder who is creative, can provide
more assists for Napoli's forwards.

Yes, that's right, it looks very clear the difference in Napoli performance in Serie A with their performance in European competition at this time, even though if we look at the quality of the Napoli squad and the squads of other teams in Group C it is not too much different and maybe only Leicester have the quality squad above napoli, I don't know what caused that to happen, but if indeed they are only targeting the Scudetto this season, why do they continue to field the main squad when competing in European leagues?
Could Napoli have European stage fright right now?

[DanWalker]

Let us wait and see them beat a few top teams first and talk again in January however!

I personally don't believe Napoli will be able to be consistent until the end but indeed, their unbeaten run so far is something very impressive. I believe when the team is on fire and can at least show consistency, at least Napoli should be able to show good results in different tournaments. But the fact is, Napoli still doesn't look good in the EL tournament which I think the imperfect result is still very possible for him to receive in Serie A in the next few matches. Because of the last match yesterday against Torino, the fact is that the victory that Napoli won did not come easily and I am sure that when Napoli will play against a stronger team, maybe a draw and defeat will come soon.

Looking at how early all the big teams lost their first game,,, yes, impressive, but counting that it is only 25% into the season, it is expected that 1 or 2 good teams should still get away without a loss.
Consistency of not losing is still not as good as consistency at winning but losing every now and then. Just like Juventus almost every season. They can lose 3 or 4 games but win the majority of the rest. 2 wins and 2 losses is still 50% better points than 4 draws

Considering how they have started the season I hope they can be consistent throughout the season. Italian league this season has been very competitive with the likes of teams like Roma, Napoli, Inter, Lazio playing very well. Even Juventus after starting the season badly have found their rhythm back. So if Napoli coach tries to progress match by match and if they can win the away games against the big 4 or 5 teams, not all of them but if they can win the majority of them, they might have a chance to be the titleholder.

[babo]

Considering how they have started the season I hope they can be consistent throughout the season. Italian league this season has been very competitive with the likes of teams like Roma, Napoli, Inter, Lazio playing very well. Even Juventus after starting the season badly have found their rhythm back. So if Napoli coach tries to progress match by match and if they can win the away games against the big 4 or 5 teams, not all of them but if they can win the majority of them, they might have a chance to be the titleholder.

they can do it in my opinion
in the end it's a great team and I really like how to play

yes Juventus is finding the rhythm, but still in my opinion it is far from performing as it should
I keep seeing it wobbly

[fullhdpixel]

I personally don't believe Napoli will be able to be consistent until the end but indeed, their unbeaten run so far is something very impressive. I believe when the team is on fire and can at least show consistency, at least Napoli should be able to show good results in different tournaments. But the fact is, Napoli still doesn't look good in the EL tournament which I think the imperfect result is still very possible for him to receive in Serie A in the next few matches. Because of the last match yesterday against Torino, the fact is that the victory that Napoli won did not come easily and I am sure that when Napoli will play against a stronger team, maybe a draw and defeat will come soon.

Nobody is consistent until the end, every team, even champions, have not so great stretches. Napoli started awesome and they are looking great, I would say that they have a chance to win the league as much as any other team and this is proven right now with the way they are going. Sure, they will have some losses and they will have some bad games, nobody denies that and we are going to face those games for sure, however that doesn't mean that they are not going to have any type of success neither, just because you have some bad losses here and there doesn't mean you will lose the league.

I do not remember the last time someone won the league without any losses, it is clear that teams do have big losses while still becoming champions. Napoli will be fine, it will take some time for them to get used to being at the top so they may get excited at times but I believe they have a chance to win it all.

[BuNga_cute]

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Unfortunately, Napoli for now, couldn't perform well in the Europa League, they only got 1 point from 2 matches. Maybe Napoli are not targeting UEL, and prefer to more focus on doing their best in Serie A to keep their chances of staying in 1st place at least until mid season. In the winter transfer market, they will probably focus on increasing their defence strength in order to stay consistent until they get Scudetto.

Napoli have played perfectly in Serie A, played 8 times and won 8 wins. But indeed, when Napoli played in the Europa League like a different team,
they struggled to win. Maybe winning the Europa League is not Napoli's main target. After all, the depth of Napoli's squad is not as good as other
big teams in Serie A. So Napoli have to choose between the Serie A and Europa League competitions, to be able to play well in the two competitions,
Napoli must bring in more players. It is likely that when the transfer window opens, Napoli will bring in at least two new players. Not only the defense
that must be strengthened, Napoli also need to strengthen their midfield. I think Napoli need to bring in a midfielder who is creative, can provide
more assists for Napoli's forwards.

Yes, that's right, it looks very clear the difference in Napoli performance in Serie A with their performance in European competition at this time, even though if we look at the quality of the Napoli squad and the squads of other teams in Group C it is not too much different and maybe only Leicester have the quality squad above napoli, I don't know what caused that to happen, but if indeed they are only targeting the Scudetto this season, why do they continue to field the main squad when competing in European leagues?
Could Napoli have European stage fright right now?

This is what makes me a little confused too, they fielded the first squad when they played in the Europa League, but they were very difficult to win.
If facing Leicester ends in a draw I can understand, because Leicester have quite good quality players. But losing against Spartak is
a little incomprehensible, because after all the squad that Napoli has is much better than Spartak. Maybe your guess is right, Napoli experienced
stage fright when playing in the Europa League. We can see how Napoli play when they face Legia in the Europa League, if Napoli still doesn't win
by fielding the main squad, looks like Napoli has stage fright. If Napoli lose to Legia, Napoli's chances of qualifying for the next round will also be lost.

[mv1986]

I personally don't believe Napoli will be able to be consistent until the end but indeed, their unbeaten run so far is something very impressive. I believe when the team is on fire and can at least show consistency, at least Napoli should be able to show good results in different tournaments. But the fact is, Napoli still doesn't look good in the EL tournament which I think the imperfect result is still very possible for him to receive in Serie A in the next few matches. Because of the last match yesterday against Torino, the fact is that the victory that Napoli won did not come easily and I am sure that when Napoli will play against a stronger team, maybe a draw and defeat will come soon.

Nobody is consistent until the end, every team, even champions, have not so great stretches. Napoli started awesome and they are looking great, I would say that they have a chance to win the league as much as any other team and this is proven right now with the way they are going. Sure, they will have some losses and they will have some bad games, nobody denies that and we are going to face those games for sure, however that doesn't mean that they are not going to have any type of success neither, just because you have some bad losses here and there doesn't mean you will lose the league.

I do not remember the last time someone won the league without any losses, it is clear that teams do have big losses while still becoming champions. Napoli will be fine, it will take some time for them to get used to being at the top so they may get excited at times but I believe they have a chance to win it all.

Well, I guess your points are valid, but what has to be said is that the balance which Napoli currently brings onto the pitch is really mind boggling. It is not that they only won their first 8 games, it is also that they have scored 19:3 goals, making it plus 2.15 goals per game compared to their opponents. That is pretty insane after 8 games.

I even believe that it is helpful for them to have Ac Milan right behind them, performing amazing as well. That gives them the feeling that there is no relaxing allowed now at all. I believe Napoli will probably keep up that level for a good while. It also depends on unlucky moments, red cards losing them players for games, injuries and stuff like that.

[leea-1334]

Consistency of not losing is still not as good as consistency at winning but losing every now and then. Just like Juventus almost every season. They can lose 3 or 4 games but win the majority of the rest. 2 wins and 2 losses is still 50% better points than 4 draws

Considering how they have started the season I hope they can be consistent throughout the season. Italian league this season has been very competitive with the likes of teams like Roma, Napoli, Inter, Lazio playing very well. Even Juventus after starting the season badly have found their rhythm back. So if Napoli coach tries to progress match by match and if they can win the away games against the big 4 or 5 teams, not all of them but if they can win the majority of them, they might have a chance to be the titleholder.

It has been more competitive than "normal"actually since about 4 years ago with the rise of Napoli and attacking football,,, and AC Milan coming back from the ground, and even to look at teams like Sassuolo and Roma where actually Salah also began his rise.

I wish I followed it more carefully from there but now to watch them play is quite interesting too.

Hope to see a Leicester there one day!

[minairia3]

I personally don't believe Napoli will be able to be consistent until the end but indeed, their unbeaten run so far is something very impressive. I believe when the team is on fire and can at least show consistency, at least Napoli should be able to show good results in different tournaments. But the fact is, Napoli still doesn't look good in the EL tournament which I think the imperfect result is still very possible for him to receive in Serie A in the next few matches. Because of the last match yesterday against Torino, the fact is that the victory that Napoli won did not come easily and I am sure that when Napoli will play against a stronger team, maybe a draw and defeat will come soon.

Nobody is consistent until the end, every team, even champions, have not so great stretches. Napoli started awesome and they are looking great, I would say that they have a chance to win the league as much as any other team and this is proven right now with the way they are going. Sure, they will have some losses and they will have some bad games, nobody denies that and we are going to face those games for sure, however that doesn't mean that they are not going to have any type of success neither, just because you have some bad losses here and there doesn't mean you will lose the league.
I do not remember the last time someone won the league without any losses, it is clear that teams do have big losses while still becoming champions. Napoli will be fine, it will take some time for them to get used to being at the top so they may get excited at times but I believe they have a chance to win it all.

Well, I guess your points are valid, but what has to be said is that the balance which Napoli currently brings onto the pitch is really mind boggling. It is not that they only won their first 8 games, it is also that they have scored 19:3 goals, making it plus 2.15 goals per game compared to their opponents. That is pretty insane after 8 games.
I even believe that it is helpful for them to have Ac Milan right behind them, performing amazing as well. That gives them the feeling that there is no relaxing allowed now at all. I believe Napoli will probably keep up that level for a good while. It also depends on unlucky moments, red cards losing them players for games, injuries and stuff like that.

Right, Napoli is looking fierce both on the pitch and on the table. They have only conceded 3 times in their 8 matches and scored 19.  They have won every single game they played so far in the league and so far I think only Inter will be able to challenge them as they are only 2 points behind Napoli. But if you just ignore the stats, they have been playing very well as a team which is very important in a team-oriented game like football. So I'd say, from what I have seen so far, Napoli seems like a strong contender for the league title.

[masulum]

Napoli have played perfectly in Serie A, played 8 times and won 8 wins. But indeed, when Napoli played in the Europa League like a different team,
they struggled to win. Maybe winning the Europa League is not Napoli's main target. After all, the depth of Napoli's squad is not as good as other
big teams in Serie A. So Napoli have to choose between the Serie A and Europa League competitions, to be able to play well in the two competitions,
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Don't need to have a lot of star players to be champions. This has been proven in various clubs. Madrid have a lot of star players, but they also feel they can't win. Leicester, when they won the EPL title, who would have thought they could win this trophy, since they don't have star players, but they have solid team and strategy. What matters is how solid the team plays, the coach's strategy for the players and the focus of the players during the game. This is another factor besides the title of star player in a team. As long as they are able to play in attack and defend well, winning is not a dream.