Napoli retained their top position in Serie A by defeating Lecce 1-0 on Tuesday night. This win puts them three points ahead of AC Milan and Roma. The defending champions showcased strong performance and composure following their intense victory against Inter Milan. The crucial goal came in the 69th minute from Andre-Frank Anguissa.
Despite missing several key players, including Kevin De Bruyne and goalkeeper Alex Meret, coach Antonio Conte’s team secured their second consecutive league win, solidifying their standing in the league.
Napoli’s temporary goalkeeper, Vanja Milinkovic-Savic, played a key role by saving a penalty in the second half, helping maintain a clean sheet.
With this loss, Lecce remains just six points above the relegation zone.