Napoli will take on Osasuna in a friendly match scheduled for August 5 at 23:30. This matchup is particularly noteworthy as Scott McTominay returns to Napoli, where he has become a fan favorite over the past two years due to his significant contributions on the field.

Recently, McTominay has been welcomed back by enthusiastic supporters at the airport, signaling his importance to the team. Despite the departure of former coach Antonio Conte, McTominay is expected to play a crucial role under the guidance of new coach Max Allegri. With Allegri at the helm, Napoli aims to improve its performance in the Champions League, aligning with the ambitions of McTominay and other stars on the team.

On the other hand, Osasuna narrowly avoided relegation last season, finishing just above the drop zone thanks to goal difference. In preparation for the new season, the club has appointed coach Luis Monfort to help stabilize their position in La Liga. During the summer friendlies, Osasuna has primarily fielded a squad of young domestic players, achieving positive results so far.

Historically, Italian teams, including Napoli, often do not prioritize friendly matches, which could allow a relegation-threatened team like Osasuna to perform well against a top Serie A club. As for the latest team news, Napoli will be without Kevin De Bruyne due to a long-term injury, while Osasuna has a full squad available.

The expected lineups for the match are as follows:

• Napoli (4-3-3): Meret; Di Lorenzo, Rrahmani, Marianucci, Spinazzola; Lobotka, Anguissa, McTominay; Politano, Hojlund, Giovane.
• Osasuna (3-4-1-2): A. Fernandez; Benito, Bretones, Catena; R. Garcia, Auria, Gomez, Herrando; Moncayola; Moro, Torro.

In terms of match analysis, Osasuna has been on a winning streak in their recent friendlies, while Napoli, under Allegri, may not exert themselves fully against a weaker opponent. It's expected that this match will feature fewer corner kicks, as both teams have shown a tendency to limit set pieces in their recent games. A score prediction for the match is a 2-2 draw, reflecting the competitive nature of both teams.