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Højlund Brace Lifts Napoli Over Cremonese to Tighten Serie A Chase

The result lifts Napoli to 34 points, keeping them the closest challengers in the title race.

Overview

  • Rasmus Højlund scored in the 13th and 45th minutes to secure the 2-0 away win.
  • Napoli's clinical first half at Stadio Giovanni Zini set the tone before they managed the match after halftime.
  • The victory is Napoli's third straight in the league, following wins over Bologna and AC Milan.
  • With 34 points, Napoli remain the nearest pursuers of the current leaders in the table.
  • Cremonese, 11th on 21 points, offered few chances after a recent 0-0 draw with Lazio highlighted their defensive resilience.