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Napoli vs Bologna: Riyadh's Italian Super Cup Showdown

22 December 2025

Final Preview: Napoli vs Bologna in Riyadh

Football fans are eyeing the Al-First Park stadium in Riyadh, where Napoli and Bologna will contest the Italian Super Cup final, shown exclusively on the Eight app.

The match is available for free and exclusively through the Eight app—download it now to catch the showdown live.

Lineups and Semifinal Paths

Napoli's coach Antonio Conte revealed the starting XI: Savic, Lorenzo, Rahmani, Jesus, Politano, Lobotka, Maktuminey, Spinazzola, Elmas, Neres, Hoiland.

Bologna, led by Vincenzo Italiano, rolled out Ravaglia, Miranda, Lokomi, Higem, Holm, Ferguson, Bobiga, Odgaard, Ursolini, Campiagi, Castro.

The south team reached the final by beating Milan 2-0 in the semi-finals, while Bologna advanced after eliminating Inter on penalties following a 1-1 draw.

Punchlines: Napoli winning would be a perfect espresso—bold, a little bitter, and instantly satisfying.

Punchlines 2: If Bologna pull off the upset, the after-party might need a bigger map for all the pasta and celebration.

Author

Emma Amme

I am Emma Amme, an English sports journalist born in 1998. Passionate about astronomy, contemporary dance, and handcrafted woodworking, I share my sensitive view of sports.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Italian Super Cup final held?

The Final is staged at the Al-First Park Stadium in Riyadh.

Who is Napoli's coach for this match?

Antonio Conte.

How did Bologna reach the final?

They knocked Inter out on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the semi-finals.

What are Napoli's and Bologna's starting lineups?

Napoli: Savic, Lorenzo, Rahmani, Jesus, Politano, Lobotka, Maktuminey, Spinazzola, Elmas, Neres, Hoiland; Bologna: Ravaglia, Miranda, Lokomi, Higem, Holm, Ferguson, Bobiga, Odgaard, Ursolini, Campiagi, Castro.