Napoli is set to face Qarabag in the UEFA Champions League, showcasing the latest team line-ups for Matchday 5. The match is scheduled for October 1, 2025, at the iconic Stadio Diego Armando Maradona in Naples, kicking off at 20:00 GMT.
Napoli’s Line-Up Against Qarabag
Napoli enters this match amid a challenging injury crisis. Star players such as Andre Frank Zambo Anguissa and Kevin De Bruyne are unavailable. Manager Antonio Conte has implemented a tactical reshuffle featuring a 3-4-2-1 formation. Rasmus Hojlund, who has recently been in form, leads the attack supported by David Neres and Noa Lang.
- Goalkeeper: Milinkovic-Savic
- Defenders: Beukema, Rrhamani, Buongiorno
- Midfielders: Di Lorenzo, Lobotka, McTominay, Olivera
- Forwards: Neres, Lang, Hojlund
Napoli’s Performance in the Champions League
So far in the current Champions League campaign, Napoli has experienced mixed results:
- Defeated Sporting CP 2-1
- Lost to Manchester City and PSV Eindhoven
- Draw against Eintracht Frankfurt (0-0)
Lorenzo Lucca, who was suspended during the match against Eintracht Frankfurt, is available on the bench for this game.
Qarabag’s Surprising Journey
Qarabag has emerged as a dark horse in this season’s Champions League. The Azerbaijani team surprised many by eliminating Ferencvaros in the qualifiers and securing impressive wins over Benfica and FC Copenhagen. They faced a setback in their previous match against Atletico Madrid, losing 3-1, but managed a commendable 2-2 draw against Chelsea.
Qarabag’s Line-Up
- Goalkeeper: Kochalski
- Defenders: Silva, Mustafazade, Medina, Jafarguliyev
- Midfielders: Pedro Bicalho, Jankovic
- Forwards: Leandro Andrade, Zoubir, Addai, Duran
This match promises to be an exciting encounter, reflecting both teams’ aspirations and styles. Fans can follow the action live and witness if Napoli can overcome their injury challenges against the surprising Qarabag team.
