Napoli vs Milan: Riyadh Sparks The Italian Super Cup Showdown

Match Preview

The First Park Stadium in Riyadh will host the Italian Super Cup semi-final tonight, as Milan face Napoli, with the match carried exclusively by the Eight app for Saudi Roshen Pro League viewers.

A clear Rossoneri edge sets the tone for what promises to be a spicy clash, pitting two of Italy’s biggest clubs against each other in a trophy that rarely travels far from the peninsula.

Winners will secure a place in the final on Monday, where they will meet the winner of the other semi between Inter and Bologna.

Head-to-Head and Stakes

Napoli compete as league champions, while Milan arrive as cup runners-up. Bologna and Inter take the other semi slot, building anticipation for a final that could feature a familiar cast of Italian giants.

MilAN holds a pronounced advantage in cup affairs against Napoli, with the Rossoneri reportedly unbeaten in official cup matchups against the southern side, according to Eight’s X account.

The two teams have met nine times in cup fixtures, Milan winning six and the rest drawn when counting home-and-away legs. Milan have netted 14 goals to Napoli’s 5 in those cup clashes, underscoring Milan’s cup pedigree.

As the semi-final unfolds, both clubs will be keen to stamp their authority, while fans await a night of football drama, banter, and perhaps a few pasta-fueled celebrations.

And to add a touch of levity: Punchline 1 — if Milan win, they’ll need a bigger trophy case; Punchline 2 — if Napoli win, they’ll celebrate with pasta so al dente the trophy will demand a timer. Enjoy the drama, folks!