🔗 Share this article Gli Azzurri Hold Off The Biancocelesti in Tempestuous Contest With Multiple Red Cards Early efforts from Spinazzola and Amir Rrahmani earned a two-goal victory for the visitors at the Stadio Olimpico in a fixture overshadowed by three dismissals. The win propels Conte's side to within a single point of Italian league leaders AC Milan, who prevailed on Friday. Inter Milan occupy third place but can return to the top with a victory in their later match. Control Amid Absences Despite missing a number of injured personnel, the southern Italian side controlled the game with patient build-up play. The first goal came when Politano's delivery was drilled home by Spinazzola at the back post. The lead was doubled in the 32nd minute as the defender powered a header from another Politano free-kick into the net. Napoli came close to a third goal shortly after when Elmas saw his header rattle against the crossbar. Flashpoints and Red Cards After the break saw further worry for the visitors when a player limped off. The stoppage sparked a short confrontation, resulting in bookings for a Napoli defender and the home side's Tijjani Noslin—who subsequently received a second caution for a foul. "My compliments to the lads, playing with such a high standard of quality and physical strength while preventing the opposition have control is not easy," remarked the winning head coach. "We played at a very high level of quality." Tensions flared again late on as players from both sides became involved in a fierce confrontation, prompting the coach to step in. The two players were sent off for their involvement in the clash. Elsewhere Continental Action Over in La Liga, the Andalusian side suffered a 3-0 defeat at home to struggling Levante. The visitors established a lead with a well-worked move before adding two more goals in the second half to complete a convincing victory. Meanwhile, Real Madrid face major pressure when they play Real Betis, after their rivals extended their lead at the summit. In the day's late match, Atlético Madrid make the journey to face La Real. Turning to Ligue 1, a landmark capital derby takes place as Paris FC visit giants PSG. The fixture represents the inaugural top-flight encounter between the two clubs in over 36 years, bringing significant spice to the weekend's action.
Early efforts from Spinazzola and Amir Rrahmani earned a two-goal victory for the visitors at the Stadio Olimpico in a fixture overshadowed by three dismissals. The win propels Conte's side to within a single point of Italian league leaders AC Milan, who prevailed on Friday. Inter Milan occupy third place but can return to the top with a victory in their later match. Control Amid Absences Despite missing a number of injured personnel, the southern Italian side controlled the game with patient build-up play. The first goal came when Politano's delivery was drilled home by Spinazzola at the back post. The lead was doubled in the 32nd minute as the defender powered a header from another Politano free-kick into the net. Napoli came close to a third goal shortly after when Elmas saw his header rattle against the crossbar. Flashpoints and Red Cards After the break saw further worry for the visitors when a player limped off. The stoppage sparked a short confrontation, resulting in bookings for a Napoli defender and the home side's Tijjani Noslin—who subsequently received a second caution for a foul. "My compliments to the lads, playing with such a high standard of quality and physical strength while preventing the opposition have control is not easy," remarked the winning head coach. "We played at a very high level of quality." Tensions flared again late on as players from both sides became involved in a fierce confrontation, prompting the coach to step in. The two players were sent off for their involvement in the clash. Elsewhere Continental Action Over in La Liga, the Andalusian side suffered a 3-0 defeat at home to struggling Levante. The visitors established a lead with a well-worked move before adding two more goals in the second half to complete a convincing victory. Meanwhile, Real Madrid face major pressure when they play Real Betis, after their rivals extended their lead at the summit. In the day's late match, Atlético Madrid make the journey to face La Real. Turning to Ligue 1, a landmark capital derby takes place as Paris FC visit giants PSG. The fixture represents the inaugural top-flight encounter between the two clubs in over 36 years, bringing significant spice to the weekend's action.