Napoli have conceded 17 goals in 11 matches in all competitions, a figure that highlights the defensive fragility of Allegri's team. The analysis of recent results shows that the Italian has lost 10 points in advantageous situations, with four decisive comebacks: from 0-2 to 3-2 against Inter at San Siro, from 0-1 to 1-1 with Fiorentina at the Franchi, from 0-1 to 3-1 with Villarreal in the Champions League and from 2-0 to 3-3 against Roma to Maradona. In total, Napoli have achieved two defeats and two draws in these matches, a picture that contrasts with the traditional defensive solidity of Allegri's teams, who never in 16 Serie A seasons have recorded so many goals in so few matches.
According to the data, the 2025-2026 season saw Napoli concede the same number of goals as in the past, but with one key difference: the victories were only seven against four. The team, which on the eighth day of the championship had 18 points and was leading Roma, now occupies ninth position, 11 points less than the leading pair Inter-Lazio and 7 points behind Roma. This decline occurred over a period of time from October 25, 2025 to October 24, 2026, highlighting a series of disappointing results.
The midweek calendar includes a trip to Monza on 28 October, the day on which Napoli already played a match against Lecce the same year, winning thanks to a goal from Anguissa. The match against Roma, the last in which the team demonstrated that it can compete, was marked by a goal from Marin who stopped the implacable Malen. This performance is the first of a series of steady improvements from the defender, who has shown focus and determination since making his debut as a starter on 19 April 2025, after a nine-month absence.
Marin's role has become crucial for the defense, which has suffered numerous errors: from Frank's fall to Baturina, to Beukema's collapse with Roma, through the performances of Rrahmani at Venezia and Politano at Villarreal. The team has conceded and wasted too much, and the need to find a solid defensive line is more pressing than ever. Allegri's approach to the Monza match will require extra attention, with the aim of containing the opponents' attacks and reducing the chances of goals conceded.
In summary, Napoli is going through a period of defensive difficulties which has negatively affected the overall results. Marin's growth and his ability to stop opposing attacks offer a positive signal, but the team still needs to consolidate its defensive structure to return to competing at the required level. The next match against Monza will be a crucial test to see if the Azzurri can correct the defensive gaps and recover their position in the standings.