SSC Napoli fails in the title fight: only one point against Udinese!

In the tension of the Italian Serie A, SSC Napoli suffered an unexpected loss of points in the home game against Udinese Calcio on Sunday. The league leaders, who went into the game with great ambitions, were only able to score 1-1 and thus failed to extend their lead over their pursuers Inter Milan. In the 37th minute, Scott McTominay gave the home team the lead with a clever header from a corner. But this joy was short-lived, as just three minutes later Jurgen Ekkelenkamp equalized for the guests from Udine with a spectacular shot.

After the equalizer, SSC Napoli missed numerous opportunities, while Udinese were well organized defensively and prepared for counterattacks. It was a game that was dominated primarily by the home team, but without the desired second goal. Zambo Anguissa could have decided the game in the 70th minute, but only hit the header into nowhere. This means that Napoli remains at the top of the table with 54 points, but sees themselves in great danger on Monday evening when champions Inter Milan have the opportunity to move up to one point against Fiorentina. That reports Kicker.de.

A game with consequences

The game was not only significant for the table, but also reflected the challenges Napoli are facing this season. Although SSC Napoli had the reins of action, it was the guests who scored an important point with Ekkelenkamp's strong equalizer Krone.at reported. There is great disappointment about missing out on a three-pointer, especially because Inter Milan now has the opportunity to shorten the gap. Napoli will continue next week in the away game against Lazio Rome, where they will try to show their reaction to this unexpected loss of points.