November 24, (THEWILL) – Napoli regained their position at the summit of Serie A with a narrow 1-0 victory over Roma at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium on Sunday evening, extending their remarkable home record to six wins from seven matches this season.
The first half provided minimal entertainment for spectators, with neither side creating substantial opportunities.
McTominay’s attempt from distance required intervention from the goalkeeper, marking the sole notable moment before the interval.
Lukaku made his presence felt in the 55th minute, converting from close range after Di Lorenzo demonstrated exceptional control before delivering an accurate cross.
The Belgian striker’s finish proved decisive against his former club, maintaining his impressive scoring record this season.
Roma’s response showed intent, particularly through Dovbyk’s powerful header which struck the crossbar.
However, their struggles away from home continued, marking their tenth consecutive match without victory on their travels, leaving them precariously positioned near the bottom of the table.
The result strengthens Napoli’s championship credentials while increasing pressure on Roma’s management.
The visitors’ difficulty in scoring away goals after the 70-minute mark remained evident, contributing to their fifth defeat in six Serie A fixtures.
Jude Obafemi is a versatile senior Correspondent at THEWILL Newspapers, excelling in sourcing, researching, and delivering sports news stories for both print and digital publications.
