On August 5, 2026, Napoli will take on Osasuna in a pre-season friendly at 23:30, serving as a final test for both teams before entering their respective league seasons. This match is particularly significant for Napoli, who are looking to rebound after a lackluster previous season that saw them lose their status as Serie A title contenders.

Under the guidance of new head coach Massimiliano Allegri, Napoli has made notable changes in preparation for the upcoming season. Their pre-season campaign has been mixed; they suffered a surprising 1-3 defeat to Arezzo, where defensive errors were evident. However, they bounced back with a 2-0 victory over Carrarese, which has helped restore some confidence within the squad.

Osasuna, on the other hand, is coming off a successful streak in their recent friendlies, having won against Ipswich Town and Norwich City, both by a score of 2-1, and defeating Racing Santander 2-0. This string of victories indicates that Osasuna is effectively preparing for the new season, focusing on their counter-attacking capabilities and taking advantage of scoring opportunities.

Both teams have different objectives heading into this match. After narrowly avoiding relegation in La Liga last season, Osasuna aims to establish a more stable foundation to avoid similar struggles. Napoli, meanwhile, is focused on solidifying their gameplay and team spirit under Allegri's leadership.

As for predictions, Napoli's defensive frailties were highlighted in their recent matches, while Osasuna has shown consistent attacking prowess. The match could see more than three goals, making the over 2.5 goals bet an attractive option. Additionally, given the nature of friendly matches, the total number of corner kicks is expected to be low, likely under ten.

The anticipated lineups for the match include Napoli's Meret; Spinazzola, Marianucci, Rrahmani, Di Lorenzo; Vergara, Lobotka, Anguissa; Giovane, Hojlund, Politano. Osasuna is expected to field Aitor Fernandez; Benito, Catena, Herrando, Bretones; Moncayola, Torro; Ruben Garcia, Gomez, Moro; Raul Garcia.

In terms of form, Napoli has won three of their last five matches, scoring nine goals and conceding six, while Osasuna has also won three out of five, netting seven goals and allowing five. Historically, these two teams have never met before, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this encounter.