🔗 Share this article Gli Azzurri Edge Lazio in Heated Clash Featuring Multiple Dismissals Goals before the break from Leonardo Spinazzola and Amir Rrahmani earned a 2-0 triumph for Napoli at Lazio in a fixture overshadowed by a trio of red cards. Three points moves Napoli to within a single point of Italian league pace-setters AC Milan, who prevailed on Friday. Inter occupy third place but can return to the top with a win in their later fixture. Control Amid Absences Despite missing several injured players, the southern Italian side commanded the game with measured attacks. The first goal came when Politano's cross was volleyed home by the wing-back at the far post. The advantage was doubled in the 32nd minute as Rrahmani guided a header from a Politano set-piece into the bottom corner. They went close to a third goal shortly after when Elmas watched his effort crash against the crossbar. Tempers Flare and Red Cards After the break saw more worry for the visitors when a winger was forced off. The stoppage triggered a short confrontation, leading to bookings for Rrahmani and Lazio's Noslin—who then was shown a second caution for a challenge. "My compliments to the lads, playing with such a high standard of quality and intensity while preventing Lazio have control is not easy," remarked the winning manager. "Our performance was at a exceptional level of quality." Tempers boiled over again near the end as two opponents became involved in a fierce confrontation, requiring the manager to intervene. Both individuals were sent off for their part in the incident. Other Continental Fixtures Over in La Liga, Sevilla suffered a 3-0 defeat at home to struggling Levante. Levante established a lead with a well-worked move before adding two more strikes in the second period to complete a comprehensive victory. Meanwhile, Real Madrid host major pressure when they play Betis, after their rivals extended their advantage at the summit. Later on late game, Atleti make the journey to face La Real. Turning to Ligue 1, a historic capital derby takes place as Paris FC visit powerhouses Paris Saint-Germain. This match represents the first top-flight meeting between the neighbors in over 36 years, bringing extra intrigue to the weekend's action.
Goals before the break from Leonardo Spinazzola and Amir Rrahmani earned a 2-0 triumph for Napoli at Lazio in a fixture overshadowed by a trio of red cards. Three points moves Napoli to within a single point of Italian league pace-setters AC Milan, who prevailed on Friday. Inter occupy third place but can return to the top with a win in their later fixture. Control Amid Absences Despite missing several injured players, the southern Italian side commanded the game with measured attacks. The first goal came when Politano's cross was volleyed home by the wing-back at the far post. The advantage was doubled in the 32nd minute as Rrahmani guided a header from a Politano set-piece into the bottom corner. They went close to a third goal shortly after when Elmas watched his effort crash against the crossbar. Tempers Flare and Red Cards After the break saw more worry for the visitors when a winger was forced off. The stoppage triggered a short confrontation, leading to bookings for Rrahmani and Lazio's Noslin—who then was shown a second caution for a challenge. "My compliments to the lads, playing with such a high standard of quality and intensity while preventing Lazio have control is not easy," remarked the winning manager. "Our performance was at a exceptional level of quality." Tempers boiled over again near the end as two opponents became involved in a fierce confrontation, requiring the manager to intervene. Both individuals were sent off for their part in the incident. Other Continental Fixtures Over in La Liga, Sevilla suffered a 3-0 defeat at home to struggling Levante. Levante established a lead with a well-worked move before adding two more strikes in the second period to complete a comprehensive victory. Meanwhile, Real Madrid host major pressure when they play Betis, after their rivals extended their advantage at the summit. Later on late game, Atleti make the journey to face La Real. Turning to Ligue 1, a historic capital derby takes place as Paris FC visit powerhouses Paris Saint-Germain. This match represents the first top-flight meeting between the neighbors in over 36 years, bringing extra intrigue to the weekend's action.