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Lobotka Strike Hands Napoli First Home Win

Securing Allegri’s first victory at the Maradona, Napoli’s 1-0 result leaves Kevin De Bruyne’s fitness unclear after a late scare.

Overview

  • Napoli beat Bologna 1-0 on Sunday, with Stanislav Lobotka scoring the only goal to decide the match.
  • Kevin De Bruyne played the through ball that released substitute Costantino Favasuli, whose cross found Lobotka for the 66th-minute finish.
  • Lobotka’s goal was rare for the midfielder and his fourth for Napoli since joining in 2020, a strike that proved decisive despite his usual deeper role.
  • The win delivers Massimiliano Allegri his first home victory at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona after earlier home losses this season and gives Napoli their second league win of the campaign.
  • Reports note a late injury scare to De Bruyne that remains a developing concern for Napoli and could affect short-term selection going forward.