Lazio will look to strengthen their grip on a top-four finish when they host Napoli at the Stadio Olimpico on Saturday. The Biancocelesti head into the fixture with momentum, having dismantled Monza 5-1 last weekend, a game in which Super Eagles midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru netted his first goal of 2025.
Napoli, meanwhile, have seen their once-comfortable Serie A lead dwindle, with back-to-back draws against Roma and Udinese allowing Inter Milan to close the gap. Antonio Conte’s men now have a chance to reclaim their authority at the summit, but they must overcome a Lazio side that has already beaten them twice this season, including a 3-1 victory in the Coppa Italia.
Lazio have emerged as Napoli’s recent bogey team, unbeaten in the last four league meetings. A third win this season would mark the first time in 30 years that Lazio have defeated Napoli three times in a single campaign.
However, despite their struggles in head-to-head clashes, Napoli boast a strong record at the Olimpico, winning eight of their last 11 visits to the capital.
Correct score prediction: Lazio vs Napoli
Lazio and Napoli have both made a habit of scoring late goals this season, meaning another dramatic finish could be on the cards.
But with the hosts carrying the psychological edge from their recent meetings, they could end Napoli’s nine-game unbeaten run and deal a blow to their title charge.
Prediction: Lazio 2-1 Napoli
Fisayo Dele-Bashiru is loving life in Rome
After a frustrating start to 2025, Dele-Bashiru finally found the net in Lazio’s demolition of Monza. Introduced in the 65th minute, he wrapped up the scoring in the 88th, securing an emphatic win.
The Nigerian midfielder has featured 15 times in Serie A this season, starting eight matches and contributing three goals. His impact in possession has been notable, boasting an impressive 91% passing accuracy.
In the reverse fixture against Napoli, Dele-Bashiru played the full 90 minutes, delivering a composed display. He registered 41 touches, completed 97% of his passes, and made crucial defensive contributions, including two interceptions and two clearances.
With Lazio missing Boulaye Dia due to injury, Dele-Bashiru could play a pivotal role again, either from the bench or as a starter.
