Massimiliano Allegri's Napoli are in serious trouble early in the 2026/27 Serie A season, and the numbers tell a damning story. Seven points from five games, two wins, one draw and two defeats, represents the club's worst start in ten years, as reported by Goal. The attack has been equally alarming, with only seven goals scored in those five matches, a return not seen in 21 years according to Goal's analysis.

The 1-1 draw at Fiorentina on September 20 summed up Napoli's inconsistency. They took the lead through Billy Gilmour's goal, only to be pegged back, and the match report highlighted that Kevin De Bruyne failed to impose himself while Rasmus Hojlund was kept quiet throughout. The problems deepened when Frank Anguissa picked up a muscle injury at the Franchi, with scans confirming a lesion that will keep him sidelined during the international break.

There are some reasons for cautious optimism heading into the next phase. Scott McTominay has returned to training at Castelvolturno following successful cardiac ablation surgery, targeting a comeback against Frosinone on October 10. Allegri is also expected to change formation after the break, with Goal outlining plans to reshape the team tactically. Napoli host Frosinone in their next Serie A fixture, a match that feels significant given the pressure already building around the club.