Napoli climbed to the summit of Serie A after a narrow but hard-fought 2-1 victory over Genoa, thanks to a standout performance by Zambo Anguissa. The midfielder opened the account for the league leaders with a crucial first goal that set the tone for Napoli’s dominance.
The match began with high intensity, and it didn’t take long for the drama to unfold. Romelu Lukaku nearly put Napoli ahead in the 5th minute, but his attempted strike ricocheted off the goalpost, much to the relief of Genoa’s defense.
Napoli quickly tried again. In the 15th minute, Zambo Anguissa found the back of the net with a well-placed shot, marking the first goal and giving Napoli a 1-0 lead. The home side continued to press forward, and their attacking intent paid off again in the 23rd minute when they doubled their advantage, showcasing their dominance before the break.
Despite Napoli’s first-half control, Genoa emerged stronger after the interval. They halved the deficit in the 51st minute, seizing their opportunity through a precise finish that reignited their hopes of salvaging a point.
Both sides pushed for more goals as the match wore on, but defensive resilience prevailed. Napoli managed to hold off Genoa’s late surge and secured the three points. With this victory, Napoli moved one point clear at the top of the table, although second-placed Atalanta remains within striking distance with a game in hand.
Napoli’s latest win sends a strong message to their title rivals as they continue their impressive campaign, driven by standout performances from players like Zambo Anguissa.
