A History of Juventus vs. Napoli Results
Juventus vs. Napoli is historically one of the major calcio derbies in Serie A. The first 24/25 campaign offers a twist with Juve legend Antonio Conte, tasked with reviving Napoli. Here’s a look at the history of results between Juventus and Napoli and the changes Conte could make to it.
Juventus Leads In All-Time Wins
It will come as little surprise, although it won’t make it an easier pill to swallow for the Partenopei, that Juventus lead in terms of all-time wins.
Juventus vs Napoli has been played 179 times in competitive matches as of 2024. Juventus holds the upper hand with 84 victories, while Napoli has won 45 times. The two heavyweights of Italian football have drawn 50 matches. These are games played across Serie A, Coppa Italia and other competitions.
The top goal scorer in the Juventus vs Napoli rivalry is Gonzalo Higuaín, a striker who represented both clubs and scored 9 goals across the derby.
Alessandro Del Piero, Juventus’ legendary forward, was another goalscoring threat against Napoli, managing to score 7 goals across his career in these games.
On behalf of Napoli supporters, I need to mention Dries Mertens, a true hero for the club and currently representing Galatasaray, 6 goals against Juventus during his career.
Famous Juventus vs. Napoli Results
Napoli 2-1 Juventus (April 9, 1987)
This match will be famous to all Napoli fans celebrating the club’s first Serie A win. The team, inspired by the heroics of Diego Maradona, secured a 2-1 victory at Stadio San Paolo.
Napoli 5-1 Juventus (January 13, 2023)
In January 2023, Napoli was flying high and about to win the Scudetto for the first time. Still, nothing could’ve been sweeter than thrashing rivals Juventus. The team achieved this, and Victor Osimhen’s brace was one of the most important moments of that campaign.
Juventus 4-3 Napoli (August 31, 2019)
One of the greatest thrillers in the history of Juventus vs Napoli results occurred in August of 2019. In what turned out to be a goal-fest, the two teams were heading toward a draw between Napoli defender and a favourite of the crowds, Kalidou Koulibaly, who sent the ball into his own net in the 92nd minute. What drama!
Juventus 1-0 Napoli (May 10, 1981)
In 1981, Juventus was a force to be reckoned with. Napoli nearly stopped their ascent, but the 1-0 victory meant that the Turin side captured the 80/81 Scudetteo with a team that included the likes of Dino Zoff, Marco Tardelli, or Paolo Rossi.
Napoli Won the Last Encounter
It’s fair to say that Napoli didn’t have a great 2023/24 campaign. The team did, however, secure victory the last time that the two teams met. In May of 2023, Napoli won 2-1 against Juventus, with goals from Giacomo Raspadori and Jesper Lindstrom and a marvellous performance from Georgian playmaker Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.
What Antonio Conte Needs to Secure Victory Over Juventus?
Antonio Conte has employed his famous brand of tactics to change Napoli’s fortunes. Still, the team will be meeting an on-the-rise Juventus side.
If Conte’s three-man defensive line continues to work effectively, and if the pressing and positioning that should not allow Juve’s players to move between the lines all work, Napoli has a good chance.
Furthermore, Romelu Lukaku’s prowess in front of the goal has been proven by their recent performance against Cagliari.
Finally, Napoli needs to get the best out of Kvaratskhelia and Matteo Politano. Their skill and long-range shooting will be vital as Conte will most likely ask them to play as inside forwards in a supporting role for Lukaku.
