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Inter Pull Six Points Clear as VAR Denies Napoli in Parma Stalemate

Fine margins in a congested rescheduled week underscored Napoli's injury-hit stumbles under Antonio Conte's ban.

Overview

  • Napoli were held 0-0 at home by Parma, their third straight league draw in a rescheduled Week 16 fixture.
  • Scott McTominay's early finish was overturned after VAR judged Pasquale Mazzocchi fractionally offside in the build-up.
  • Parma debutant goalkeeper Filippo Rinaldi produced multiple saves and was named player of the match.
  • Antonio Conte served the first game of a two-match touchline ban as injury absences constrained Napoli's options.
  • Inter beat Lecce 1-0 at San Siro through Pio Esposito's 78th-minute winner to open a six-point lead at the summit.