Roma 0-1 Napoli: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Bwin’s post-match review of Roma 0-1 Napoli in the Serie A on Sunday, 30 November 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Napoli secured a 1-0 victory over Roma in this Serie A encounter. The game remained goalless until the 36th minute when David Neres scored for Napoli, assisted by Rasmus Højlund, giving the visitors the lead they would hold onto. Roma, coming off a mixed run with two wins and a loss in their last three league games before this, pushed for an equaliser in the second half but couldn’t break through Napoli’s defence.

The second period saw several substitutions as Roma sought to change the momentum, with Tommaso Baldanzi coming on at half-time and further changes around the hour mark, but Napoli managed the game well despite picking up yellow cards. Napoli, who had won two of their last three matches prior to this, looked comfortable after their goal and made tactical adjustments late on to see out the win. This result extends Roma’s recent home struggles, having lost their previous home game to Milan.

Roma held a possession edge at 56% compared to Napoli’s 44%, suggesting they controlled more of the ball, but Napoli proved far more effective in transitions with 57 successful dribbles against Roma’s 18, highlighting their threat on the counter. The home side earned more corners at 4-2, yet failed to convert these into goals, while both teams accumulated yellow cards—four for Roma and three for Napoli—indicating a feisty contest without any reds. Roma used all five substitutions, including key changes like Paulo Dybala replacing Matías Soulé at 62 minutes and Stephan El Shaarawy coming on for Wesley at 82 minutes, in an attempt to spark their attack, whereas Napoli made three changes and recorded the game’s only assist.

These numbers underline Napoli’s efficiency, as they turned limited possession into the decisive moment, while Roma’s higher ball control did not translate into clear scoring opportunities.

The match’s defining moment came in the 36th minute when David Neres scored Napoli’s only goal, assisted by Rasmus Højlund, shifting the game’s balance in the visitors’ favour. Roma responded with a half-time substitution, bringing on Tommaso Baldanzi for Evan Ferguson, and further changes at 62 minutes saw Neil El Aynaoui replace Bryan Cristante—who had picked up a yellow card shortly before—and Paulo Dybala come on for Matías Soulé, aiming to boost their creativity. Napoli managed the pressure, with yellow cards for Stanislav Lobotka at 62 minutes and Sam Beukema at 64 minutes, before making their own adjustments like Matteo Politano replacing Noa Lang at 70 minutes.

Late in the game, Roma’s yellow cards to Evan Ndicka at 86 minutes and Stephan El Shaarawy at 90+3 minutes added to the tension, while Napoli’s Mathías Olivera was booked in stoppage time, but these incidents did not alter the scoreline as the visitors held firm.

Roma lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation, with a focus on midfield control through players like Bryan Cristante and Lorenzo Pellegrini, who were central to their build-up play before being substituted. The setup allowed for attacking support from Matías Soulé and Paulo Dybala, the latter entering as a substitute to add flair in the forward areas. Defensively, Evan Ndicka anchored the backline, though the team struggled to convert possession into goals.

Napoli deployed a 3-4-3 shape, emphasising width and quick transitions, with David Neres proving pivotal on the wing by scoring the winner and later being replaced by Lorenzo Lucca. Rasmus Højlund provided the assist for the goal and linked well in attack before Eljif Elmas came on in his place. The formation supported a solid defensive partnership, including Sam Beukema, helping them absorb Roma’s pressure effectively.

Bwin’s Man of the Match was David Neres, who stood out for Napoli with his goal in the 36th minute, creating two big chances and delivering three key passes that kept Roma’s defence on edge. His contributions were crucial in a game where Napoli had less possession but made the most of their opportunities. Neres remained influential until his substitution in the 85th minute.

Recent Serie A matches:

• Loss: 0-1 vs Napoli (H)
• Win: 3-1 vs Cremonese (A)
• Win: 2-0 vs Udinese (H)
• Loss: 0-1 vs Milan (A)
• Win: 2-1 vs Parma (H)

Recent Serie A matches:

• Win: 1-0 vs Roma (A)
• Win: 3-1 vs Atalanta (H)
• Loss: 0-2 vs Bologna (A)
• Draw: 0-0 vs Como (H)
• Win: 1-0 vs Lecce (A)

Roma have just suffered a 0-1 home defeat to Napoli, leaving them in fourth place on 27 points and keen to bounce back from a recent form that includes two wins, a draw, and two losses in their last five league outings. Their next match is against Cagliari on 7 December 2025 at 14:00, with the opponents currently 15th on 11 points and struggling near the bottom half. A win here could help Roma solidify their push for European spots, especially after this setback against a title contender.

Napoli have just claimed a 1-0 away win over Roma, boosting them to second place on 28 points with a strong recent run of three wins, one draw, and one loss in their last five league games. They face Cagliari next on 3 December 2025 at 17:00, against a side sitting 15th on 11 points and facing relegation pressure. This fixture offers Napoli a chance to maintain their title challenge by capitalising on their momentum against a lower-ranked opponent.

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