Napoli defeats Juventus 2-1 at Diego Maradona Stadium, handing the Bianconeri their first defeat of the season in Serie A. Despite Randal Kolo Muani’s first-half goal for Juventus, Napoli mounted a strong comeback with goals from Zambo Anguissa and Romelu Lukaku, securing a crucial victory in the 22nd round of Italy’s top league.
Napoli crushes Juventus with a comeback win
Juventus took the lead in the first half when newcomer Randal Kolo Muani scored in the 43rd minute. However, Napoli wasted no time in equalizing after the break. Zambo Anguissa scored in the 57th minute, followed by Romelu Lukaku’s penalty in the 69th minute, which sealed the comeback for the home side.
Napoli’s victory lifts them to 53 points at the top of the Serie A standings, six points ahead of second-placed Inter Milan, who have played two fewer matches. Juventus, on the other hand, remains in fifth place with 37 points.
The match began with both teams creating early opportunities, but it was Juventus who first threatened the goal with a counterattack in the 6th minute. After a cross from Yildiz, goalkeeper Meret was forced into a save. Despite some early danger from Napoli, Juventus opened the scoring just before halftime with Muani’s sharp strike.
In the second half, Juventus seemed to lose their rhythm, and Napoli capitalized on this. Anguissa’s header brought the game level, and Lukaku’s coolly taken penalty ensured that Napoli would walk away with all three points.
The match ended with Juventus feeling the sting of their first loss this season in Serie A, while Napoli continued their impressive run at the top of the table.
