Key Takeaways:
- Napoli confirmed injuries to Stanislav Lobotka and Matteo Politano after both were substituted during the recent 2:1 win against Genoa
- Lobotka and Politano have been released from international duty for Slovakia and Italy ahead of the upcoming World Cup qualifiers
- Both players are expected to be sidelined for at least one month, missing crucial fixtures including Torino, PSV Eindhoven, Inter, Lecce, Como, Eintracht Frankfurt, and Bologna
Injury Setbacks for Lobotka and Politano
Napoli have confirmed that midfielder Stanislav Lobotka and right winger Matteo Politano are both suffering from muscle injuries sustained during the club’s recent 2:1 triumph over Genoa. The club announced via an official statement on its website that both players had to be substituted during the match as a result of these setbacks.
Napoli have the results of tests on Stanislav Lobotka and Matteo Politano injuries, as both suffered muscular lesions and will be out for several weeks.#Napoli #SerieA #Calcio #UCL pic.twitter.com/laWUxcLL0H
— Football Italia (@footballitalia) October 8, 2025
Lobotka has been diagnosed with a strain in the adductor muscle of his right thigh, while Politano is contending with a similar type of injury affecting his right gluteal muscle. Both players will require a spell on the sidelines, with initial estimates indicating they will be unavailable for selection for at least one month.
Absence from International Duty
Due to their injuries, Lobotka and Politano have departed from the international camps of Slovakia and Italy, ruling them out of contention for their respective countries in the forthcoming World Cup qualifiers. Their absence represents a significant blow both to club and country, given their recent form and contribution to Napoli’s strong start to the season.
Impact on Napoli’s Upcoming Fixtures
The anticipated duration of their absences means both players will be unavailable for a string of important matches. In particular, Napoli will be without Lobotka and Politano for upcoming contests against Torino, PSV Eindhoven, Inter, Lecce, Como, Eintracht Frankfurt, and Bologna.
| Player | Injury | Affected Area | Estimated Time Out | Matches to be Missed | 2025/26 Appearances | 2025/26 Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanislav Lobotka | Muscle Strain | Right thigh (adductor) | At least one month | Torino, PSV Eindhoven, Inter, Lecce, Como, Eintracht Frankfurt, Bologna | 8 | 1 |
| Matteo Politano | Muscle Strain | Right gluteal muscle | At least one month | Torino, PSV Eindhoven, Inter, Lecce, Como, Eintracht Frankfurt, Bologna | 8 | 1 |
Consistent Contributions this Season
Prior to their injuries, both Lobotka and Politano had started in all eight of Napoli’s fixtures so far in the current campaign. Each has registered one assist, underlining the importance of their presence in the starting eleven.
