Napoli Team News - Soccer

Mathias Olivera - Loaded stat line Olivera registered one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Monday's 1-1 draw against Saudi Arabia. He also added five clearances and six ae...

Impact Olivera was nearly unbeatable defensively, leading the team in aerials won and co-leading the team in clearances alongside Sebastian Caceres. Olivera can play both as a center-back and left-back, and he's a lock to remain in the XI in either role when Uruguay take on Cape Verde on Sunday. If he plays at left-back, he could have more fantasy upside, though.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Romelu Lukaku - Immediate impact as substitute Lukaku generated two shots (zero on goal) in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Egypt.

Impact Lukaku came on as a substitute in the second half of Monday's 1-1 draw with Egypt and made an immediate and decisive impact, running onto a cross from the right and lurching to tap the ball into the net only for Mohamed Hany to get there first and turn it into his own goal just 23 seconds after Lukaku's introduction, one of the fastest impacts by a substitute in World Cup history. The Napoli striker also registered two shots after coming on as Belgium pushed for a winner in the final 20 minutes, with his physical presence in the box and ability to hold up play and draw defensive attention changing the entire dynamic of the match from the moment he entered. Lukaku's immediate impact will reignite the debate around his starting role for the Iran fixture, with his ability to attract defenders and create space for teammates giving Belgium a fundamentally different attacking profile to what Charles De Ketelaere offers from the first whistle.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Kevin De Bruyne - Leads attack with four shots De Bruyne recorded four shots (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Egypt.

Impact De Bruyne was Belgium's most dangerous creative presence in Monday's 1-1 draw with Egypt, registering four shots (one on target), two corners, four crosses and a free kick that struck the outside of the post in the second half before Lukaku's introduction changed the match. The Napoli midfielder controlled the tempo from a central attacking role and was consistently involved in Belgium's best attacking moments, combining with Leandro Trossard and Youri Tielemans to probe an Egyptian defensive block that sat deep and conceded space only in transition. His ability to deliver from dead balls, drive into the box and create from deep make him Belgium's single most important player at this tournament, and a more clinical finishing performance from his teammates will be needed if his creative output is to translate into results.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Atalanta hires Maurizio Sarri in third coaching change in a year

Atalanta has hired Maurizio Sarri as its new coach, marking the club's third managerial change in 12 months

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Jens-Lys Cajuste - Returns to Napoli Cajuste will return to parent club Napoli after a second loan spell at Ipswich that ended with the Swedish midfielder playing a diminishing role in the second half of the season, t...

Impact Cajuste made 13 starts and 17 substitute appearances across the Championship campaign, contributing one goal and three assists in 1,192 minutes before falling out of the starting lineup as Jack Taylor and Dan Neil were preferred in the engine room. Despite starting the season promisingly, the midfielder saw his involvement drastically reduced in the final months, playing just 15 minutes across the last 10 league games. Napoli will now decide on his future with his contract at the Italian club expiring.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Scott Mctominay - Hits post in World Cup opener McTominay recorded two shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Haiti.

Impact McTominay took two shots as Scotland beat Haiti 1-0 in their World Cup opener, but was only able to find the post. The Napoli midfielder recovered from an illness in the lead-up to the game and was able to play the full 90 minutes. He wasn't able to be involved as he would have liked in the game, likely due to the heat and the illness he had in the week. He scored 10 goals this season for Napoli in Serie A and a further four in the Champions League.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Rooney would love to see McTominay back at Man Utd Scott McTominay has impressed for Napoli since leaving Manchester United, a move former Red Devil Wayne Rooney could not believe took place.

6 DAYS AGO • BEINSPORTS.COM

Scott Mctominay - Should be fit for opener McTominay (illness) missed Scotland's final training session in North Carolina on Thursday due to a stomach complaint but is expected to be fit for Saturday's World Cup opener agai...

Impact McTominay's absence was precautionary rather than a genuine concern according to those inside the camp, with teammate Kenny McLean expressing confidence the Napoli midfielder will be available. He described him as a special player and a true talent who is desperate to play, adding that his preparations have been excellent apart from what was likely something he ate. Scotland will receive a further update from coach Steve Clarke on Friday before the opener.

JUNE 12 • ROTOWIRE

Scott Mctominay - Misses training with illness McTominay (illness) sat out Scotland's training session in Charlotte with a stomach bug but is expected to be available for Saturday's World Cup opener against Haiti, according to...

Impact McTominay's absence from training raised immediate concern given his status as Scotland's most important player, but the nature of the issue is understood to be minor and the coaching staff are not believed to be worried about his availability for the Group C clash in Boston. The Napoli midfielder is expected to recover in time to take his place in manager Steve Clarke's starting lineup for what is a must-win opener for the Tartan Army.

JUNE 11 • ROTOWIRE

Lorenzo Lucca - Returns to Napoli Lucca will return to Napoli following the conclusion of his loan spell at Nottingham Forest, the club announced.

Impact Lucca spent the season on loan at the City Ground, providing attacking depth for Forest during what was a demanding campaign across multiple competitions. The Italian forward now returns to his parent club, with his future beyond the summer to be determined by Napoli ahead of the new season.

JUNE 10 • ROTOWIRE

Mathias Olivera - Set for left-back role Olivera has been named in Uruguay's World Cup squad and is expected to start at left-back under coach Marcelo Bielsa, arriving at the tournament after a solid season with Napoli in...

Impact Olivera posted 42 tackles and 15 interceptions across 25 appearances including 15 starts this season, delivering a consistent defensive performance level that underlines his reliability and physicality on the left side of the backline. His ability to defend aggressively, win duels and contribute in the attacking phase with his overlapping runs and delivery from wide areas gives Uruguay a well-rounded and dynamic option at left-back. For Uruguay, Olivera provides the left-back position with a Serie A-tested defender whose defensive solidity and attacking ambition give the Celestes balance and energy on that side of the pitch throughout what promises to be a demanding group stage against strong opposition.

JUNE 9 • ROTOWIRE

Inter Milan will begin Serie A title defense against newly promoted Monza

Inter Milan will kick off its Serie A title defense at home against newly promoted Monza

JUNE 5 • Associated Press

Scott Mctominay - Key player for Scotland McTominay should play a prominent role in midfield for Scotland in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Impact McTominay went from a part-time player at Manchester United to a key figure for both Napoli and Scotland, developing an excellent eye for goal from his midfield role and thriving when deployed in a more advanced position. McTominay was Scotland's top scorer in the qualifiers with two goals and also notched 14 goals for Napoli between the Serie A and the Champions League in 2025/26. Most of Scotland's chances of pulling an upset or two in Group C will rest on McTominay.

JUNE 5 • ROTOWIRE

'There are plenty of players in the world' - Romelu Lukaku and Kevin De Bruyne may face Napoli sale for fiery comments in clear warning from president

Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis has sent a chilling warning to his superstar squad, suggesting that no player is untouchable followin...

JUNE 4 • goal

'There are plenty of players in the world' - Romelu Lukaku and Kevin De Bruyne may face Napoli sale for fiery comments in clear warning from president

Striker Rasmus Hojlund completes permanent move to Napoli from Man United

Rasmus Hojlund has completed a permanent move to Napoli after a successful loan from Manchester United last season

JUNE 3 • Associated Press

Rasmus Hojlund - Joins Napoli permanently Hojlund signed permanently with Napoli after Manchester United confirmed the completion of his permanent transfer to the Italian club, according to his former club.

Impact Hojlund contributed 16 goals across 44 appearances during his loan spell this season, helping Napoli win the Supercoppa Italiana and finish runners-up in Serie A. The Danish international had joined United from Atalanta in the summer of 2023 and went on to score 26 goals in 95 appearances for the club, including a role in the FA Cup triumph against Manchester City at Wembley in May 2024. His return to Italy on loan at the start of the 2025-26 campaign proved a resounding success, and Napoli's decision to make the move permanent reflects the impact he made throughout the season.

JUNE 3 • ROTOWIRE

Romelu Lukaku - Returns with national team Lukaku (hip) made a 17-minute appearance and scored the second of Belgium's goals in Tuesday's 2-0 friendly win over Croatia.

Impact Lukaku bounced back to competitive play following a three-month absence, and he quickly found the back of the net in his first chance. The experienced striker is now ready to compete for a major role at the international level, serving as an alternative to Charles De Ketelaere, who has recently been used in the middle of the front line. While not guaranteed to start, Lukaku is one of the top attacking threats of a squad that could benefit from a favorable group-stage schedule.

JUNE 2 • ROTOWIRE

De Bruyne: I'm happy Conte left Napoli Kevin De Bruyne endured an injury-hit first season at Napoli, but he is glad Antonio Conte has left the club.

MAY 30 • BEINSPORTS.COM

'I'm happy Antonio Conte left' - Kevin De Bruyne relieved to see back of Napoli boss as playmaker opens up on tough debut season in Serie A

Kevin De Bruyne has spoken candidly about his difficult debut season at Napoli, admitting that he is glad to see the departure of manager An...

MAY 30 • goal

'I'm happy Antonio Conte left' - Kevin De Bruyne relieved to see back of Napoli boss as playmaker opens up on tough debut season in Serie A

Billy Gilmour - Will miss World Cup Gilmour (knee) is officially ruled out of the 2026 World Cup due to the injury he sustained during Saturday's friendly against Curacao, the Scottish FA announced.

Impact Gilmour has been sent back to his club Napoli to start his recovery from the injury. While the full extent of his absence remains to be revealed, the problem is serious enough to cancel his participation in the international tournament, and it's another blow for a player who was previously sidelined between November and February with a groin issue. This news leaves Scotland without one of their top midfield options, but it could open up an opportunity for Kenny McLean to take on a bigger role alongside Ryan Christie.

MAY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Billy Gilmour - Forced off in World Cup warmup Gilmour (knee) was forced off after just over 40 minutes of Scotland's friendly against Curacao with a knee problem, leaving his World Cup availability uncertain pending further as...

Impact Gilmour's early exit is a significant concern for Scotland heading into the tournament, with the Napoli midfielder already having endured a difficult season disrupted by a groin injury that kept him sidelined for around four months between November and February. He managed just 887 minutes across 20 appearances this season, making his lack of match sharpness a genuine worry even before this latest setback emerged. Coach Steve Clarke had nonetheless included him in Scotland's World Cup squad, a show of faith in a player who remains one of the most technically gifted midfielders in the national team setup. His condition will be assessed in the coming hours before a clearer picture emerges on his availability for the opening group stage fixtures.

MAY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Cyril Ngonge - Heads back to Napoli Ngonge will return to parent club Napoli following the conclusion of his loan spell at Espanyol, the club announced.

Impact Ngonge joined in the January transfer window and made nine La Liga appearances including six starts, contributing two assists during his time with the Catalans. The Belgian winger had limited impact during a short spell in Spanish football but leaves with the gratitude of the club as Espanyol close the chapter on what proved to be an underwhelming loan stint for the attacking midfielder.

MAY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Romelu Lukaku - Scores in friendly Lukaku (hip) scored during Thursday's 3-0 training match victory over Standard de Liege's reserve side at the Proximus Basecamp, providing a significant boost to his World Cup prep...

Impact Lukaku had been limited to just 64 minutes of competitive football all season with Napoli due to injury, making his goal in the training match a meaningful milestone in his bid to be ready for the tournament. Coach Rudi Garcia is planning to reintegrate him gradually rather than starting him in the opener against Egypt, with Charles De Ketelaere likely to feature in a false nine role or Matias Fernandez-Pardo starting up front for the first fixtures as Lukaku builds his sharpness. The veteran's future at Napoli beyond the World Cup looks increasingly uncertain with several offers reportedly arriving from Saudi Arabia, but for now the focus is entirely on peaking at the right moment for Belgium's Group G campaign.

MAY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Massimiliano Allegri Signs Two-Year Napoli Contract To Replace Antonio Conte

Massimiliano Allegri is set for an immediate return to the dugout after reaching a full verbal agreement to become the next head coach of Na...

MAY 28 • FOX SPORTS

Massimiliano Allegri Signs Two-Year Napoli Contract To Replace Antonio Conte

Italiano leaves Bologna by mutual consent Vincenzo Italiano has been touted as a possible contender for the Napoli job, and on Thursday, he stepped down from his position at Bologna.

MAY 28 • BEINSPORTS.COM

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