Napoli Overcome The Biancocelesti in Heated Encounter With Multiple Sendings-Off
First-half strikes from Leonardo Spinazzola and Amir Rrahmani earned a 2-0 triumph for the visitors at Lazio in a fixture marred by a trio of red cards.
Three points moves Conte's side to within a single point of Serie A leaders Milan, who won on Friday. Inter occupy third place but have a chance to go back to the summit with a victory in their later fixture.
Control Amid Injury Woes
Despite missing a number of injured personnel, Napoli commanded the proceedings with measured attacks. The opener came when Politano's cross was volleyed home by Spinazzola at the far post.
The lead was extended in the 32nd minute as Rrahmani powered a header from a Politano set-piece into the net. They went close to a third shortly after when Eljif Elmas watched his header crash against the crossbar.
Flashpoints and Red Cards
After the break saw further worry for the visitors when a player limped off. This incident sparked a short altercation, leading to yellow cards for Rrahmani and the home side's Noslin—who subsequently received a second yellow for a challenge.
"I must congratulate the lads, performing with this level of technical ability and physical strength while preventing Lazio play is not easy," stated the winning manager. "We played at a very high level of quality."
Tempers boiled over again late on as players from both sides were embroiled in a fierce exchange, requiring the manager to intervene. The two players were shown red cards for their involvement in the clash.
Elsewhere European Action
In Spain's La Liga, Sevilla endured a heavy loss at home to lowly the Granotas. The visitors established a lead with a fine team goal before scoring two more strikes in the second period to seal a convincing victory.
Meanwhile, Los Blancos face significant must-win when they welcome Real Betis, after their rivals increased their advantage at the top. Later on other game, Atlético Madrid make the journey to face Real Sociedad.
Turning to Ligue 1, a historic capital clasico takes place as the newly-promoted side face giants PSG. This match represents the first top-flight encounter between the two clubs in over 36 years, bringing significant spice to the weekend's action.
