SSC Napoli vs Pisa SC Lineups – Confirmed XI and 3-2 Score

What are the confirmed lineups for SSC Napoli vs Pisa SC today?

The starting XIs for the Serie A meeting on 22 September 2025 were confirmed about an hour before kick‑off at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona. Multiple authoritative sources – including Football Italia, FotMob and Sky Sports – agree on the same eleven players for each side, though a few pre‑match predictions had suggested alternative formations.

SSC Napoli vs Pisa SC lineups stats

Napoli lined up in a 4‑1‑4‑1 shape, with Billy Gilmour anchoring the midfield behind a four‑man advanced line. The average age of the starting XI was just under 27, while the back‑three for Pisa averaged almost 29 years. Rasmus Højlund led the attack for the home side, supported by Kevin De Bruyne and Scott McTominay in advanced roles.

The confirmed Napoli XI (4‑1‑4‑1): Alex Meret; Giovanni Di Lorenzo, Sam Beukema, Alessandro Buongiorno, Leonardo Spinazzola; Billy Gilmour; Matteo Politano, Eljif Elmas, Kevin De Bruyne, Scott McTominay; Rasmus Højlund.
Source: Football Italia and FotMob.

Pisa started in a 3‑5‑2 formation. Adrian Semper was in goal, protected by a back three of Simone Canestrelli, Antonio Caracciolo and Mateus Lusuardi. The wing‑back roles went to Mehdi Leris on the right and Giovanni Bonfanti on the left, with Marius Marin, Michel Aebischer and Ebenezer Akinsanmiro in central midfield. M’Bala Nzola and Stefano Moreo formed the forward pair.
Source: Sportsgambler and Sky Sports.

SSC Napoli vs Pisa SC lineups prediction

Pre‑match previews on Sports Mole had predicted a slightly different Napoli lineup, with Juan Jesus at centre‑back and Mathías Olivera at left‑back instead of Buongiorno and Spinazzola. The actual starting XI showed Antonio Conte opted for Buongiorno and Spinazzola, a change that gave Napoli more attacking width from the full‑back positions. Pisa’s predicted XI matched the confirmed lineup almost exactly, with only minor differences in the bench.

What was the final score and match stats for SSC Napoli vs Pisa SC?

Napoli vs Pisa score

Napoli won 3–2 in a match that saw four different goal scorers. Billy Gilmour opened the scoring in the 39th minute, but Pisa equalised from the penalty spot through M’Bala Nzola just after the hour mark. Leonardo Spinazzola restored Napoli’s lead in the 73rd minute, and substitute Lorenzo Lucca made it 3–1 in the 82nd minute. Lorran pulled one back for Pisa deep into stoppage time (90th minute).
Source: ESPN.

SSC Napoli vs Pisa SC stats

Stats sourced from Sofascore and ESPN; minor variations may exist across providers.

What are the player ratings for SSC Napoli vs Pisa SC?

Post‑match player ratings vary by platform. Sofascore and FotMob produced slightly different numbers for the same players. For example, Billy Gilmour received a Sofascore rating of 7.9 for his goal and midfield control, while FotMob gave him 7.6. Rasmus Højlund, despite not scoring, earned a 7.4 on Sofascore for his overall link‑up play. Among Pisa players, M’Bala Nzola was the highest rated (7.5 on Sofascore) after his penalty goal and consistent pressing. The three yellow cards for Pisa (Caracciolo, Calabresi, Semper) pulled down their defensive ratings.

Because the two main ratings platforms differ, it is best to consult both when assessing individual performances. Ratings are not official statistics and should be treated as indicative.

Where can I find Napoli vs Pisa live coverage and match details?

Napoli vs Pisa live

Live text commentary was provided by BBC Sport, which ran a minute‑by‑minute blog with updates on goals, cards and substitutions. Sky Sports offered a live team‑sheet page with confirmed lineups and a rolling match feed. The official Serie A app also carried live play‑by‑play and post‑match stats. Video highlights were later published on the Serie A YouTube channel and BBC Sport’s website.

Napoli vs Pisa today

The match took place on Monday, 22 September 2025, with kick‑off at 10:00 UTC. The venue was the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona in Naples. It was a Week 4 fixture in the 2025‑26 Serie A season.

Timeline of key events

1. 39’ – Goal: Billy Gilmour (Napoli) 1‑0.
2. 60’ – Goal: M’Bala Nzola (Pisa, penalty) 1‑1.
3. 73’ – Goal: Leonardo Spinazzola (Napoli) 2‑1.
4. 82’ – Goal: Lorenzo Lucca (Napoli) 3‑1.
5. 90’ – Goal: Lorran (Pisa) 3‑2.
6. 72’ – Yellow card: Antonio Caracciolo (Pisa).
7. 85’ – Yellow card: Arturo Calabresi (Pisa).
8. 90+3’ – Yellow card: Adrian Semper (Pisa).

Exact timings are approximate and based on BBC Sport and ESPN feeds.

What is certain and what remains unclear about the match?

What was the context and meaning of this Serie A match?

This was Week 4 of the 2025‑26 Serie A season. Napoli, managed by Antonio Conte, were aiming for a Champions League finish after a strong start to the campaign. Pisa, promoted the previous season, were fighting to stay clear of the relegation zone. Napoli dominated possession and pressed high, forcing Pisa into defensive errors. The visitors’ 3‑5‑2 struggled to contain Napoli’s width, especially after Spinazzola and Politano began finding space on the flanks. The win moved Napoli to third in the table, while Pisa remained in 17th place, just above the drop zone.

What did the managers and sources say?

“We controlled the game from start to finish. Gilmour’s goal settled us, and Spinazzola’s finish was crucial after they equalised.” – Antonio Conte, Napoli head coach (paraphrased from BBC Sport).

“We were outclassed today, but the fightback at the end shows character. We must learn quickly.” – Pisa manager (paraphrased from Sky Sports post‑match coverage).

Summary: What do you need to know about SSC Napoli vs Pisa SC?

Napoli beat Pisa 3–2 in a seven‑goal thriller at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona. The lineups were confirmed as a 4‑1‑4‑1 for the home side and a 3‑5‑2 for the visitors. Goals came from Gilmour, Spinazzola, Lucca, Nzola and Lorran. For a broader look at Serie A fixtures, see Football Today Premier League – Fixtures, Results and Live Scores.

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