Napoli – Cagliari 2-1, broad summary of the 16th matchday

In the vibrant Serie A match between Napoli and Cagliari, the hosts achieved a narrow victory for 2-1.

The match, characterized by moments of great intensity and twists, saw Napoli impose their game, but not without encountering tenacious resistance from Cagliari. The match offered a spectacle, with both teams showing attacking and dynamic football.

Below is the extensive summary of the match.

Broad summary Napoli – Cagliari 2-1

Napoli started the match with great energy, creating several scoring opportunities. To the 10 minute, Victor Osimhen had a great opportunity but his shot went wide of the post. Continuing to press, Napoli finally found the goal in the 69th minute: a precise cross from Mario Rui allowed Osimhen to score with his header, sending the ball under the crossbar.

Cagliari has responded in the 72nd minute minute with a goal from Leonardo Pavoletti, finishing off an excellent job by Zito Luvumbo, who beat Alex Meret with a powerful shot under the crossbar. The game heated up further, with both teams trying to take control of the game.

La the turning point came in the 75th minute, when Napoli's Khvicha Kvaratskhelia converted an assist from Osimhen, hitting the post and scoring the final 2-1 goal. The match continued to be a close one until the final minutes, with Cagliari trying in every way to level the score.

In the final moments of the match, Napoli successfully defended their lead, despite Cagliari's attempts to find an opening. The final whistle has Napoli's 2-1 victory confirmed, a result that reflects their determination and their ability to manage the crucial moments of the match.