Lazio Defeats Napoli Twice in 72 Hours, Tightens Serie A Title Race
Gustav Isaksen's decisive goal secures Lazio's second victory over Napoli, leaving them just three points behind league leaders Atalanta.
- Lazio beat Napoli 1-0 in Serie A on Sunday, following their 3-1 Coppa Italia victory on Thursday, marking their third consecutive win at Napoli's home stadium.
- Gustav Isaksen scored the only goal of the league match with a curling strike, exemplifying Lazio's direct and physical playing style under manager Marco Baroni.
- Napoli, now second in the league, hit the woodwork twice during the match but failed to capitalize on their opportunities to reclaim the top spot from Atalanta.
- Lazio's resurgence under Baroni has been fueled by a disciplined defense and effective counterattacks, moving them level on points with Inter Milan and Fiorentina in a tightly contested title race.
- Napoli manager Antonio Conte expressed satisfaction with his team's effort despite the defeat, emphasizing the need for greater precision in finishing as the season progresses.