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Genoa and Napoli clash in Serie A season opener at Stadio Luigi Ferraris

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 1:45 PM

Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Genoa and Napoli clash in Serie A season opener at Stadio Luigi Ferraris

Summary

Genoa hosts Napoli at Stadio Luigi Ferraris for their opening match of the 2026/27 Serie A season. Genoa finished 16th last season, avoiding relegation, and aims to improve under manager Daniele De Rossi. Napoli seeks a strong start after parting ways with Antonio Conte and hiring Massimiliano Allegri. Both teams are looking to make an early statement, with Genoa hoping to leverage their set-piece strengths against a Napoli side that has shown defensive solidity but struggles for goals.

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By the Numbers

•Genoa finished 16th last season, seven points above relegation.
•Daniele De Rossi is expected to start his first full season with Genoa.
•Napoli is adjusting after losing Antonio Conte and gearing up under Massimiliano Allegri.
•Genoa has struggled against Napoli historically, winning just once in 26 meetings.
•Both teams seek to improve their performances compared to last season.

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What they're saying

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Stadio Luigi Ferraris is the venue as Genoa and Napoli go head-to-head in their opening 2026/27 Serie A match. Saturday’s clash in Liguria also marks the beginning of a new era for the Partenopei, w...
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