Inter - SSC Napoli

Inter and SSC Napoli meet on 5 September 2026 for this Serie A matchday 3 encounter. Inter enter the contest with momentum after securing a narrow 1-0 win against Cagliari and a convincing 4-1 victory over Monza in their opening fixtures. In contrast, SSC Napoli arrive at Giuseppe Meazza looking to recover from a recent 1-2 setback against Como, having previously opened their campaign with a solid 2-0 win away at Genoa.

The two sides last squared off in Serie A on 11 January 2026, playing out a 2-2 draw. With Scott McTominay sidelined due to injury, Napoli will look to Kevin De Bruyne and Rasmus Hoejlund to dictate proceedings against an expected Inter XI featuring Lautaro Martinez and Nicolo Barella. As both teams seek to assert their authority early in the season, the tactical battle in midfield will likely decide if the hosts can maintain their perfect start.