Key Takeaways:
- Napoli overcame Lecce 1-0 away in the ninth round of Serie A
- Francesco Camarda missed a penalty for Lecce in the 55th minute after a handball by Juan Jesus
- Frank Anguissa sealed the win for Napoli with a 69th minute header
Match Overview
In a tightly contested Serie A fixture, Napoli emerged victorious with a 1-0 win against Lecce away from home in the ninth round of the Italian top flight. This result marked Napoli’s third win from their last five league matches, highlighting their inconsistent domestic form. With this triumph, Napoli now sits atop the Serie A table with 21 points, holding a three-point advantage over second-placed Roma, who have yet to play their game in hand. Lecce, meanwhile, remains positioned 16th with 6 points.
Lecce 0–1 Napoli.
One goal, three points⚡️
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Key Moments and Missed Opportunities
Lecce squandered a crucial opportunity to go ahead early in the second half. In the 55th minute, Francesco Camarda failed to convert a penalty, which had been awarded after Brazilian defender Juan Jesus was penalised for handball inside the area. Earlier on, Napoli’s Matteo Politano had come close in the 30th minute, but he sent his effort over the bar, missing a chance to put the visitors in front.
Decisive Goal
The match was ultimately decided by a single goal. Frank Anguissa broke the deadlock in the 69th minute with a well-placed header, netting the only goal of the match. The 29-year-old midfielder’s contribution ensured Napoli took all three points and maintained their momentum as defending champions.
| Team | Goals | Key Events | Current Position | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecce | 0 | Camarda missed penalty (55′) | 16th | 6 |
| Napoli | 1 | Anguissa goal (69′) | 1st | 21 |
