🔗 Share this article Gli Azzurri Edge Lazio in Tempestuous Encounter Featuring Three Sendings-Off Early efforts from Leonardo Spinazzola and Rrahmani earned a two-goal victory for Napoli at the Stadio Olimpico in a fixture marred by multiple sendings-off. This result propels Napoli to just one point behind of Serie A pace-setters Milan, who prevailed on Friday. Inter occupy third place but have a chance to go back to the summit with a victory in their later fixture. Control Despite Absences Hampered by the absence of a number of key players, the southern Italian side commanded the game with measured attacks. The opener came when Politano's delivery was volleyed home by the wing-back at the back post. The advantage was extended in the 32nd minute as the defender powered a glancing header from another Politano free-kick into the net. Napoli went close to a third goal shortly after when Eljif Elmas watched his effort crash against the crossbar. Tempers Flare and Red Cards After the break saw more injury concern for the away side when a player limped off. The stoppage sparked a short altercation, resulting in bookings for a Napoli defender and Lazio's Tijjani Noslin—who then was shown a second caution for a foul. "My compliments to my players, playing with this level of quality and intensity without letting Lazio play is difficult," stated the triumphant head coach. "We played at a exceptional level of quality." Tempers boiled over again late on as players from both sides became involved in a fierce exchange, requiring the manager to step in. Both individuals were sent off for their part in the incident. Other Continental Fixtures Over in La Liga, the Andalusian side endured a 3-0 defeat at home to struggling the Granotas. Levante took control with a well-worked move before adding two more strikes in the second half to complete a comprehensive victory. In other news, Los Blancos host major pressure when they play Betis, after their arch-rivals increased their advantage at the top. In the day's other match, Atlético Madrid travel to face La Real. In France, a landmark Parisian derby takes place as Paris FC visit giants PSG. This match represents the inaugural top-flight encounter between the two clubs in decades, adding extra spice to the weekend's action.
Early efforts from Leonardo Spinazzola and Rrahmani earned a two-goal victory for Napoli at the Stadio Olimpico in a fixture marred by multiple sendings-off. This result propels Napoli to just one point behind of Serie A pace-setters Milan, who prevailed on Friday. Inter occupy third place but have a chance to go back to the summit with a victory in their later fixture. Control Despite Absences Hampered by the absence of a number of key players, the southern Italian side commanded the game with measured attacks. The opener came when Politano's delivery was volleyed home by the wing-back at the back post. The advantage was extended in the 32nd minute as the defender powered a glancing header from another Politano free-kick into the net. Napoli went close to a third goal shortly after when Eljif Elmas watched his effort crash against the crossbar. Tempers Flare and Red Cards After the break saw more injury concern for the away side when a player limped off. The stoppage sparked a short altercation, resulting in bookings for a Napoli defender and Lazio's Tijjani Noslin—who then was shown a second caution for a foul. "My compliments to my players, playing with this level of quality and intensity without letting Lazio play is difficult," stated the triumphant head coach. "We played at a exceptional level of quality." Tempers boiled over again late on as players from both sides became involved in a fierce exchange, requiring the manager to step in. Both individuals were sent off for their part in the incident. Other Continental Fixtures Over in La Liga, the Andalusian side endured a 3-0 defeat at home to struggling the Granotas. Levante took control with a well-worked move before adding two more strikes in the second half to complete a comprehensive victory. In other news, Los Blancos host major pressure when they play Betis, after their arch-rivals increased their advantage at the top. In the day's other match, Atlético Madrid travel to face La Real. In France, a landmark Parisian derby takes place as Paris FC visit giants PSG. This match represents the inaugural top-flight encounter between the two clubs in decades, adding extra spice to the weekend's action.