Napoli at Etihad: aiming to break English curse tomorrow | OneFootball

Napoli is preparing to make its debut in the Champions League group stage against Manchester City, but behind the match lies a historic taboo: the Azzurri have never won away against an English team in European competitions.

No away victories against English clubs: Napoli aims to make history

According to Opta data, in the 12 matches played in England, Napoli has recorded zero wins, three draws, and nine defeats. The Neapolitan team has lost at least once against six of the seven opponents faced: Arsenal, Burnley, Chelsea, Leeds United, Liverpool, and Manchester City. The only exception remains Leicester, against whom Napoli drew 2-2 in the Europa League in the 2021-22 season. Tomorrow night at the Etihad, therefore, the Azzurri will try to break a taboo that has lasted for years. The clash against City, one of the favorites to win the competition, represents not only a Champions League debut, but also a test to reverse a negative record against English teams. Napoli will have to rely on defensive solidity, tactical organization, and the ability to capitalize on offensive opportunities in order to finally make their mark away from home in Europe.

Andrea Alati

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