Napoli Triumphs 3-0 Against Empoli in Serie A Clash

In a commanding performance at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, Napoli secured a decisive 3-0 victory over Empoli in their Serie A encounter. The home team’s dominance was evident throughout the match, with goals coming from McTominay and Lukaku.

McTominay opened the scoring in the 18th minute, setting the tone for Napoli’s control of the game. Lukaku doubled the lead in the 56th minute, capitalizing on an assist from Olivera. The final goal came in the 61st minute, with McTominay finding the net once again, assisted by Lukaku.

Napoli’s manager Conte employed a 4-3-3 formation, with Meret in goal and a strong defensive line. The midfield trio of Gilmour, Lobotka, and McTominay provided solid support, while the attacking force of Politano, Lukaku, and Neres proved formidable.

Empoli, under D’Aversa’s guidance, opted for a 3-5-2 setup but struggled to break through Napoli’s defense. Despite efforts from players like Grassi and Henderson, the visitors were unable to find the back of the net.

Referee Fabbri maintained control of the match, with only two yellow cards issued – one to Lukaku of Napoli and another to Goglichidze of Empoli. The game concluded without any red cards, highlighting its relatively clean nature despite the intense competition.

This victory further solidifies Napoli’s position in the Serie A standings, while Empoli will need to regroup and strategize for their upcoming fixtures.