Napoli visit Genoa in Serie A opener

Runners-up Napoli face a Genoa side reeling from a 10-1 pre-season thrashing.

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What happened. Genoa host Napoli in the opening match of the 2026-27 Serie A season, with both teams coming off contrasting campaigns.

• Napoli finished second last season with 76 points.
• Genoa ended 16th with 41 points and poor closing form.
• Napoli won the last meeting 3-2 in February 2026.

Napoli look to start strong after Champions League qualification; Genoa seek improvement under De Rossi.

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