"First-half goals from Leonardo Spinazzola and Amir Rrahmani helped Napoli claim a 2-0 victory at Lazio on Sunday in a heated contest that featured three red cards. Victory moves Napoli back to one point behind Serie A leaders Milan, who won 1-0 at Cagliari on Friday. Inter sit third but can reclaim top spot with victory at home to Bologna later on Sunday."
"Despite being hampered by the absence of a number of injured players, including Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku and Billy Gilmour, Napoli appeared largely in control as they patiently built their attacks. The visitors went ahead when Matteo Politano's teasing cross was volleyed home at the far post by Spinazzola. Antonio Conte's side underlined their dominance in the 32nd minute when Politano's free kick was floated into the box and Rrahmani headed into the bottom corner to double their lead."
"Tempers flared again just before full-time as Lazio's Adam Marusic and Napoli's Pasquale Mazzocchi became embroiled in a heated confrontation, prompting Conte to intervene in an attempt to separate the pair. Both players were subsequently shown red cards, with no action taken against the Napoli head coach. I have to congratulate the lads, playing with this level of technical ability and physical strength without letting Lazio play is not easy, Conte told Dazn after the game. We played at a very high level of quality."
Napoli secured a 2-0 win at Lazio courtesy of first-half goals from Leonardo Spinazzola and Amir Rrahmani after Matteo Politano provided the assist and the free-kick delivery. The result moved Napoli to one point behind Serie A leaders Milan, with Inter able to reclaim top spot later. Napoli managed control despite reported absences of several injured players and nearly extended the lead when Eljif Elmas hit the crossbar. David Neres limped off in the second half, a stoppage sparked bookings and a sending-off for Tijjani Noslin, and late confrontations led to further red cards for Adam Marusic and Pasquale Mazzocchi.
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