Rasmus Hojlund’s familiarity with Danish soil makes him an attractive anytime-scorer option at Parken; with Napoli short in attack and transfer activity limited, punters might favour a cautious play — Hojlund to score or a low-scoring match/Draw market could offer value.
Napoli pin hopes on Hojlund in must-win Parken showdown
Both sides head to Copenhagen needing a result as Napoli travel to Parken Stadium for a crucial Champions League clash. Kick-off is at 20:00 GMT (21:00 CET) in a game that could decide who progresses — a must-win for both teams sitting on seven points.
Match context: Champions League survival on the line
With European qualification hanging in the balance, Napoli arrive under pressure to secure a positive result. Progression would be an important objective for the campaign, but club hierarchy insists continental form will not alter wider transfer plans.
Hojlund’s homecoming and attacking threat
Rasmus Hojlund returns to familiar territory where he scored twice last season, and the club hopes that confidence will pay dividends in Copenhagen. Napoli director Giovanni Manna praised Hojlund’s professionalism and expressed optimism that the striker can reproduce that form tonight.
Team news: selections, injuries and loaned players
Lorenzo Lucca and Noa Lang remain transfer-listed and are among the substitutes, while Antonio Vergara and Eljif Elmas are preferred in the starting XI despite ongoing injury concerns. Napoli are short in wide attacking options with Politano and Neres sidelined; Romelu Lukaku is on the mend and expected back soon, and the club hopes to have Frank available by the weekend.
Transfer constraints shaping strategy
Napoli are operating under a transfer embargo that forces sales before purchases, limiting activity in the market. Club officials say advancing in Europe won’t change that constraint, though progression remains a season objective and the squad could be tweaked where possible to cope with shortages.
Betting implications
Hojlund’s return to Denmark boosts his appeal as an anytime scorer, while Napoli’s depleted attacking depth and transfer restrictions suggest the game could be tighter than usual. Consider backing Hojlund to score or markets favouring low totals or a draw for a more cautious wager.
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