Overview

• Rasmus Hojlund scored twice in a 2-1 win over Sporting CP, earning player of the match as Napoli secured their first Champions League victory of the season.
• Kevin De Bruyne assisted both goals and said Hojlund’s movement reminds him of Erling Haaland for the way he attacks space.
• Antonio Conte lauded the 22-year-old’s potential, noting improvements in his positioning and runs in behind.
• Hojlund has three goals in his first five appearances for Napoli, including a strike on his Serie A debut.
• His form has fueled talk of Manchester United’s decisions as other former players, including Anthony Elanga, Marcel Sabitzer and Marcus Rashford, also shone in European action this week.