Napoli Triumphs 2-1 Against Genoa in Thrilling Serie A Encounter

Antonio Conte’s Napoli side reclaimed the Serie A summit with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Patrick Vieira’s Genoa at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris. The match, part of the 17th round of Serie A fixtures, marked Genoa’s first official game under new ownership.

Goals from Anguissa and Rrahmani proved decisive for Napoli, while Pinamonti pulled one back for the hosts. The match saw some dramatic moments, including a late strike from Balotelli hitting the post and several crucial saves by Napoli goalkeeper Meret.

This win propels Napoli back to the top of the Serie A standings, temporarily overtaking Atalanta. For Genoa, the result ends their six-game unbeaten streak.

The match was marked by intense action, with Lukaku hitting the crossbar early on for Napoli. Anguissa opened the scoring with a header, followed by Rrahmani doubling the lead. Genoa fought back in the second half, with Pinamonti reducing the deficit, but couldn’t find an equalizer despite late pressure.

Napoli’s victory demonstrates their title credentials, while Genoa showed promise under their new ownership. The result sets the stage for an exciting continuation of the Serie A season.