Napoli’s attempt to defend their Serie A title fell short, and they now need a win against Fiorentina for a chance at European competition next season.
Last year, Napoli easily won the title, leaving Lazio 16 points behind with five games to go. However, this season Inter secured the championship early, leaving Napoli in ninth place with a distant 41-point gap.
Napoli have not won in five games, making their European aspirations reliant on overcoming Fiorentina, who have won three of their last five matches including a 3-1 victory over Napoli earlier this season.
Fiorentina, already qualified for the Europa Conference League final, look to finish the league season strong and carry that momentum into the final after falling short last year against West Ham.
Top scorer Victor Osimhen may be absent for Napoli due to a muscle injury, while Fiorentina receives a boost with the return of Andre Belotti for the upcoming match.
