🔗 Share this article Napoli Overcome The Biancocelesti in Heated Encounter Featuring Multiple Sendings-Off Early efforts from Spinazzola and Rrahmani secured a two-goal victory for Napoli at Lazio in a fixture marred by multiple sendings-off. This result pushes Napoli to just one point behind of Italian league leaders Milan, who prevailed on Friday. Inter Milan hold third place but have a chance to go back to the top with a victory in their later match. Control Amid Absences Hampered by the absence of a number of key players, the southern Italian side commanded the game with patient attacks. The first goal came when Matteo Politano's cross was volleyed home by Spinazzola at the far post. The advantage was doubled in the first half as the defender powered a glancing header from a Politano free-kick into the net. They went close to a third goal shortly after when Elmas saw his header rattle against the crossbar. Flashpoints and Red Cards After the break saw further worry for the away side when a player was forced off. The stoppage sparked a short confrontation, resulting in yellow cards for Rrahmani and Lazio's Tijjani Noslin—who subsequently was shown a second caution for a foul. "I must congratulate the lads, playing with such a high standard of quality and intensity without letting Lazio have control is not easy," stated the triumphant head coach. "We played at a exceptional level of play." Tempers boiled over again near the end as players from both sides became involved in a heated exchange, requiring the manager to intervene. The two players were dismissed for their part in the incident. Other Continental Action In Spain's La Liga, the Andalusian side endured a 3-0 defeat at home to struggling Levante. The visitors established a lead with a fine move before adding two further goals in the second half to seal a convincing win. In other news, Real Madrid face major must-win when they welcome Real Betis, after their rivals extended their lead at the summit. Later on late match, Atlético Madrid travel to face Real Sociedad. In France, a landmark Parisian derby takes place as the newly-promoted side visit giants PSG. The fixture represents the first top-flight encounter between the neighbors in over 36 years, bringing significant spice to the occasion.
Early efforts from Spinazzola and Rrahmani secured a two-goal victory for Napoli at Lazio in a fixture marred by multiple sendings-off. This result pushes Napoli to just one point behind of Italian league leaders Milan, who prevailed on Friday. Inter Milan hold third place but have a chance to go back to the top with a victory in their later match. Control Amid Absences Hampered by the absence of a number of key players, the southern Italian side commanded the game with patient attacks. The first goal came when Matteo Politano's cross was volleyed home by Spinazzola at the far post. The advantage was doubled in the first half as the defender powered a glancing header from a Politano free-kick into the net. They went close to a third goal shortly after when Elmas saw his header rattle against the crossbar. Flashpoints and Red Cards After the break saw further worry for the away side when a player was forced off. The stoppage sparked a short confrontation, resulting in yellow cards for Rrahmani and Lazio's Tijjani Noslin—who subsequently was shown a second caution for a foul. "I must congratulate the lads, playing with such a high standard of quality and intensity without letting Lazio have control is not easy," stated the triumphant head coach. "We played at a exceptional level of play." Tempers boiled over again near the end as players from both sides became involved in a heated exchange, requiring the manager to intervene. The two players were dismissed for their part in the incident. Other Continental Action In Spain's La Liga, the Andalusian side endured a 3-0 defeat at home to struggling Levante. The visitors established a lead with a fine move before adding two further goals in the second half to seal a convincing win. In other news, Real Madrid face major must-win when they welcome Real Betis, after their rivals extended their lead at the summit. Later on late match, Atlético Madrid travel to face Real Sociedad. In France, a landmark Parisian derby takes place as the newly-promoted side visit giants PSG. The fixture represents the first top-flight encounter between the neighbors in over 36 years, bringing significant spice to the occasion.