Article by Alexandru Stanciu – Published Wednesday, 07 January 2026, 22:03 / Updated Wednesday, 07 January 2026 22:04
Napoli managed just one draw at home in the 19th round of Serie A, 2-2 with Verona, after the visitors went in with a two-goal lead at half-time.
Thus, the formation prepared by Antonio Conte has reached the milestone of 38 points, one point behind the leader Inter, who is now playing away to Parma, Cristi Chivu's former team. On the other hand, Verona is in 18th place, with only 13 points.
Napoli messed up at home with Verona
Verona's players surprised the reigning champions of Italy and with two quick goals, they seemed to be on the verge of victory. The visitors took the lead in the 16th minute after Martin Frese beat Vanja Milinkovic-Savic with a 'ladder' and just 9 minutes later, Vili Orban made it 2-0 with a penalty kick.
However, in the second half, Napoli completely changed their tactics. Scott McTominay reduced the deficit in the 54th minute. Rasmus Hojlund sent the ball past Lorenzo Montipo in the 72nd minute, but VAR disallowed the goal due to a handball. Just a few hundred seconds later, Napoli scored another goal, but this too was disallowed for offside, involving Amir Rrahmani.
However, Napoli managed to equalize in the 82nd minute through Giovanni Di Lorenzo. Antonio Conte's men continued to press the visitors from Verona, but were unable to score a third goal. Moreover, they could even lose, as Dovane, in extra time, came close to lobbing the Serbian goalkeeper.
Thus, the Neapolitans missed the opportunity to move to the first place in Serie A, being overtaken by AC Milan and Inter after this result. They are currently in 3rd place with 38 points, while Verona are in the relegation zone in 18th place with 13 points.
Serie A standings
