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Napoli Pull Clear as Milan Stall, Martinez Crash Fallout and Juve Stabia Postponement Jolt Italian Football

The title picture shifts as welfare and judicial measures test clubs' resilience.

Overview

  • Napoli won 1-0 at Lecce through Anguissa, consolidating first place and widening the gap to Milan.
  • Atalanta and Milan drew 1-1 with goals from Ricci and Lookman, leaving Juric’s side unbeaten with seven draws in nine and Milan dropping points again.
  • Inter goalkeeper Josep Martinez received club psychological support after a car crash that killed an 81-year-old, completed hospital alcohol and drug tests, gave a statement to carabinieri, shut his Instagram account, and is expected back in training next week.
  • Serie B postponed Juve Stabia-Bari after the club entered judicial administration, with authorities requiring replacement of 11 stadium service firms suspected of Camorra infiltration.
  • Genoa placed coach Patrick Vieira under heightened scrutiny as the team sit last with no wins in eight and prepare to host Cremonese at Marassi.