Napoli unchanged v Lazio: Elmas up front, Politano, Spinazzola wide | OneFootball

Napoli faces Lazio tomorrow at 12:30 at the Olimpico with a practically confirmed lineup. After winning the Super Cup and the convincing victory against Cremona, Conte opts for continuity and relies on the players who have carried the team so far. Minimal turnover, clear objective: not to lose ground in the title race.

Napoli, confirmed lineup against Lazio: Elmas in the trident, Politano and Spinazzola on the wings

Eljif Elmas will once again be the focal point of the trident, ready to ensure balance between offensive and defensive phases. As highlighted by Corriere dello Sport, the Macedonian midfielder remains a fundamental reference point for Conte, capable of providing coverage for the midfield and support for the attackers.

Alongside him, Neres and Rasmus Højlund complete the forward line, already key players in recent matches. “Being a joker is very difficult,” Elmas explained, “the fans don't always understand what the coach asks, but my role is crucial in both phases.”

Wingers and midfield: Politano and Spinazzola ready

On the wings, Matteo Politano and Leonardo Spinazzola are confirmed. The former Roma full-back had left the field in Cremona due to slight fatigue, but he will be regularly starting tomorrow. In midfield, space for Lobotka and McTominay, a well-tested pair for interception and build-up play.

The defense remains stable: Milinkovic-Savic in goal, with Di Lorenzo, Rrahmani, and Juan Jesus forming the central trio.

Bench and unavailable players

Lang will remain on the bench, ready to step in if necessary. Anguissa, Gilmour, De Bruyne, and Lukaku are still absent, while the recoveries of Beukema, Meret, and Olivera are to be evaluated.

An intense January

Tomorrow will be the first of eight matches scheduled in January, with close encounters every three days. Conte focuses on continuity, fielding the team of recent successes and maintaining the same starting eleven for the fourth consecutive match. The goal is clear: to keep the points average high and consolidate leadership in the title race.

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