Serie A· Kick-off : Sunday, September 20, 2026, 11:30 (UK time)
Fiorentina vs Napoli: 1-1 result and AI prediction review
Review: prediction vs result
Final score: Fiorentina 1-1 Napoli. The outcome was missed: the model favoured victory for Napoli (45%), while a draw was rated at only 23%. The exact score 1-1 was the most likely scoreline in our grid (9.9%). On goals, the model expected both teams to score (65%): correct; it pointed to over 2.5 goals (64%): missed.
Match analysis
Fiorentina vs Napoli was played on Sunday, September 20, 2026 (Serie A, matchday 5). Venue: Stadio Artemio Franchi, Florence. Before kick-off, our model gave Fiorentina a 32% chance of winning, the draw 23% and Napoli 45%. The most likely correct score is 1-1 (9.9%), ahead of 1-2 (9.0%) and 2-1 (7.4%).
Over their last 5 matches, Fiorentina have 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats, scoring 8 and conceding 11. Over their last 5 matches, Napoli have 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats, scoring 6 and conceding 6. On recent form, there is little to separate the two teams. On average Fiorentina score 1.60 and concede 2.20 goals per game; Napoli score 1.20 and concede 1.20. In the table, Fiorentina sit 16th with 3 points from 4 games, Napoli 10th with 6 points from 4. 6 places separate the two sides. Over their recent games, Fiorentina have averaged 1.87 xG (expected goals) per match, against 1.45 for Napoli.
In the last 2 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 0 wins for Fiorentina, 2 for Napoli and 0 draws. The most recent ended Napoli 2-1 Fiorentina (Jan 31, 2026). Fiorentina out or doubtful: F. Parisi and R. Sottil. Napoli: Alisson Santos, A. Buongiorno, Giovane, L. Marianucci and S. McTominay. In double chance terms, "Fiorentina or draw" stands at 55%, "Napoli or draw" at 68% and "no draw" at 77%.
Outcome probabilities (1X2)
Double chance
Most likely correct scores
Scores shown as Fiorentina – Napoli. 1-1 is the single most likely scoreline (9.9%); the 5 scores below add up to 40% of all outcomes, which is why an exact score remains hard to call.
| Score | Probability |
|---|---|
| Fiorentina 1-1 Napoli | 9.9% |
| Fiorentina 1-2 Napoli | 9.0% |
| Fiorentina 2-1 Napoli | 7.4% |
| Fiorentina 2-2 Napoli | 6.7% |
| Fiorentina 0-1 Napoli | 6.6% |
Goals: both teams to score, over/under
The model expects 3.31 goals in total (1.50 for Fiorentina, 1.81 for Napoli): over 2.5 goals has a 64% probability and both teams to score 65%. Everything points to an open game. Fiorentina keep a clean sheet in 16% of scenarios, Napoli in 22%.
| Probability | |
|---|---|
| Fiorentina expected goals | 1.50 |
| Napoli expected goals | 1.81 |
| Both teams to score | 65% |
| Over 1.5 goals | 84% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 64% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 42% |
| Fiorentina clean sheet | 16% |
| Napoli clean sheet | 22% |
Recent form
Latest matches played before this game in the competitions Elofoot covers.
Fiorentina
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 15, 2026 | Pisa · Coppa Italia | 3-0 | W |
| Sep 11, 2026 | Venezia · Serie A | 4-2 | W |
| Sep 5, 2026 | Torino · Serie A | 1-2 | L |
| Aug 29, 2026 | Frosinone · Serie A | 0-3 | L |
| Aug 24, 2026 | AS Roma · Serie A | 0-4 | L |
Napoli
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 13, 2026 | Bologna · Serie A | 1-0 | W |
| Sep 9, 2026 | Arsenal · UEFA Champions League | 0-1 | L |
| Sep 5, 2026 | Inter · Serie A | 2-3 | L |
| Aug 30, 2026 | Como · Serie A | 1-2 | L |
| Aug 22, 2026 | Genoa · Serie A | 2-0 | W |
Standings before the match
| Pos. | Points | Played | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fiorentina | 16 | 3 | 4 |
| Napoli | 10 | 6 | 4 |
Head-to-head
| Date | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 31, 2026 | Napoli 2-1 Fiorentina | Serie A |
| Sep 13, 2025 | Fiorentina 1-3 Napoli | Serie A |
Out and doubtful
Fiorentina
- F. Parisi (out)
- R. Sottil (out)
Napoli
- Alisson Santos (out)
- A. Buongiorno (out)
- Giovane (out)
- L. Marianucci (out)
- S. McTominay (out)
Other matches in this competition
- Monza 2-1 SassuoloSep 18, 2026
- Udinese 0-1 CagliariSep 19, 2026
- Bologna 1-1 TorinoSep 19, 2026
- AS Roma 2-2 InterSep 19, 2026
- Venezia 0-2 LazioSep 19, 2026
- Parma 2-1 GenoaSep 20, 2026
- Frosinone 2-0 ComoSep 20, 2026
- Juventus 2-0 AtalantaSep 20, 2026
- AC Milan 3-0 LecceSep 20, 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the Fiorentina vs Napoli prediction?
Before the match, our AI gave Fiorentina a 32% chance of winning, the draw 23% and Napoli 45%. Napoli are therefore favourites. Final score: 1-1.
What is the most likely correct score for Fiorentina vs Napoli?
1-1 (9.9%), followed by 1-2 (9.0%), 2-1 (7.4%), 2-2 (6.7%) and 0-1 (6.6%).
Will both teams score in Fiorentina vs Napoli?
The probability that both Fiorentina and Napoli score is 65%. Fiorentina have a 16% chance of keeping a clean sheet, Napoli 22%.
How many goals should we expect in Fiorentina vs Napoli?
The model expects 3.31 goals (1.50 for Fiorentina, 1.81 for Napoli). Probabilities: over 1.5 goals 84%, over 2.5 goals 64%, over 3.5 goals 42%.
When and where is Fiorentina vs Napoli played?
Sunday, September 20, 2026 at 11:30 (UK time), Serie A, matchday 5. Venue: Stadio Artemio Franchi, Florence.
What form are Fiorentina and Napoli in?
Fiorentina: 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats in their last 5 matches (8 scored, 11 conceded). Napoli: 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats in their last 5 matches (6 scored, 6 conceded).
What is the head-to-head record between Fiorentina and Napoli?
In the last 2 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 0 wins for Fiorentina, 2 for Napoli and 0 draws. The most recent ended Napoli 2-1 Fiorentina (Jan 31, 2026).
What was the Fiorentina vs Napoli result, and was the prediction right?
Final score: Fiorentina 1-1 Napoli. The outcome was missed: the model favoured victory for Napoli (45%), while a draw was rated at only 23%. The exact score 1-1 was the most likely scoreline in our grid (9.9%). On goals, the model expected both teams to score (65%): correct; it pointed to over 2.5 goals (64%): missed.
How is the Fiorentina vs Napoli prediction calculated?
The model estimates each team's expected goals (1.50 for Fiorentina, 1.81 for Napoli) from recent form, xG and standings, then applies a Poisson distribution: every possible score gets a probability, from which the 1X2, correct score, both teams to score and total goals are derived. Every figure is calculated, none is made up.
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