After suffering a second successive defeat in the Premier League, Liverpool will now hope for better fortunes in Europe. Although qualification to the Champions League knockout phase has already been secured, the top spot in Group A is still up for grabs. It’s a position that in theory offers a more favorable draw for the Round of 16, and one that Napoli currently possess.
Should Luciano Spalletti’s men avoid defeat on Tuesday, they will earn the additional prize that comes with topping the table – a prize that Liverpool would love to earn for themselves.
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Liverpool vs Napoli Odds
Liverpool vs Napoli odds is current as of Oct. 31 on PointsBet Sportsbook.
- 3-way handicap: Liverpool (-125) | Draw (+300) | Napoli (+290)
- Draw No Bet: Liverpool (-275) | Napoli (+195)
- Over/Under Goals: Over 2.5 (-200) | Under 2.5 (+148)
- Both Teams To Score: Yes (-200) | No (+148)
Current betting lines have sportsbooks leaning toward a Liverpool win on Tuesday. Although when looking at their recent domestic form, this outcome may be overpriced. This means the value may be found in the draw no bet market instead – a value that is actually pointed in the direction of Napoli.
Although a draw will do, Napoli will not be looking for just a point. There is value if they win and money back if it ends in a stalemate.
Liverpool vs Napoli Betting Tips
If the Premier League defeat to Nottingham Forest was a surprise, the subsequent loss to Leeds will have been a huge concern within the Liverpool camp. For a team that was competing on all fronts last season, the same cannot be said for this.
The intensity that has served Liverpool so well in the past is no longer there. Although there is still plenty of quality throughout the starting XI, players such as Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold are not hitting the same level as before.
With Napoli’s Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Victor Osimhen quickly becoming household names, they would love nothing more than to find the scoresheet on Tuesday. With the form they are in, we wouldn’t put it past them, either.
Napoli has certainly been the surprise act of the season so far. With that said, their current standing is not because of a fluke. Not only are they ruthless in attack, but they are also miserly at the other end.
Even with the departure of Kalidou Koulibaly to Chelsea, the Serie A side have not lost a step at the back. If anything, they have become even stronger this season, breeding confidence in the rest of the team.
With Napoli averaging four goals scored per Champions League game, Liverpool supporters may be wincing before kick-off. However, Anfield has overseen plenty of magical European nights in the past. Their fans will hope more magic is just around the corner.
In terms of injury news, the hosts have no new names to add to their current list. While the visitors make the trip without Amir Rrahmani and Salvatore Sirigu on the plane.
Liverpool vs Napoli Prediction
Liverpool 2-2 Napoli
After suffering a humbling defeat at the end of Matchday 1, Liverpool would love nothing more to exact revenge on Matchday 6. However, with Napoli acting as their previous torturers, such a feat will be easier said than done.
With a perfect record in the Champions League, this Napoli side has been a huge breath of fresh air. Not only are they conquering the continent, but they are also five points clear at the top of Serie A.
This momentum will be difficult for Liverpool to deal with. Although they will look to bounce back after an embarrassing loss to Leeds, their defense will come under scrutiny once again.
Therefore, a score draw looks likely in my opinion. An ideal result for the visitors, not so much for the hosts.
Liverpool vs Napoli Best Bets
➕ Mohamed Salah to score anytime (+115) at BetMGM Sportsbook
WAGER: 1 unit
Although there have been few reasons for Liverpool to celebrate recently, Mohamed Salah has at least had six for himself. With the Egyptian finding his scoring boots, he has managed to score half a dozen goals in as many matches.
Even if his teammates have largely flattered to deceive, the 30-year-old has been one of Liverpool’s better players in recent weeks. He might not be able to lead the Anfield outfit to victory, but his name is likely to be on the scoresheet.
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➕ Draw or Napoli (+100) at PointsBet Sportsbook
WAGER: 1 unit
The equation is rather simple for Napoli. If they avoid defeat on Tuesday, they finish top of Group A. Considering they are unbeaten in all competitions, this equation should be rather easy to solve.
They are unbeaten in the first 17 matches of the season and have already gotten the better of Liverpool in Naples. This run has made them one of the most feared teams in Europe, and they should have no trouble earning at least a point here in midweek.
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