The Partenopei Edge The Biancocelesti in Fiery Encounter Featuring Three Dismissals
First-half strikes from Leonardo Spinazzola and Rrahmani secured a win for the visitors at Lazio in a match marred by a trio of red cards.
The win propels Conte's side to within a single point of Serie A leaders AC Milan, who prevailed on Friday. Inter Milan occupy third place but have a chance to go back to the top with a victory in their later fixture.
Control Amid Absences
Hampered by the absence of a number of key personnel, the southern Italian side commanded the proceedings with patient attacks. The first goal arrived when Matteo Politano's cross was volleyed home by Spinazzola at the far post.
The advantage was extended in the 32nd minute as the defender powered a header from a Politano set-piece into the bottom corner. They came close to a third shortly after when Eljif Elmas saw his header crash against the crossbar.
Flashpoints and Dismissals
The second half saw further worry for the away side when a winger limped off. The stoppage triggered a brief confrontation, leading to bookings for a Napoli defender and the home side's Noslin—who subsequently received a second yellow for a foul.
"I must congratulate my players, performing with such a high standard of technical ability and intensity while preventing Lazio have control is difficult," remarked the winning head coach. "We played at a exceptional level of play."
Tempers boiled over again late on as players from both sides became involved in a heated exchange, requiring the coach to intervene. Both individuals were shown red cards for their involvement in the clash.
Other European Fixtures
Over in La Liga, Sevilla suffered a heavy loss at home to lowly the Granotas. The visitors took control with a fine team goal before adding two further strikes in the second half to seal a comprehensive victory.
Meanwhile, Real Madrid face major pressure when they play Betis, after their arch-rivals extended their lead at the top. Later on late game, Atleti travel to face La Real.
Turning to Ligue 1, a historic Parisian clasico is scheduled as Paris FC face powerhouses PSG. This match marks the inaugural top-flight encounter between the two clubs in decades, bringing extra spice to the occasion.