

Antonio Conte will leave the happier coach after his Napoli side secured a hard-fought 2-1 win over Sporting. Rasmus Hojlund proved the difference, scoring twice with both goals set up by Kevin De Bruyne. The result was a timely boost for Conte’s men, who had opened their Champions League campaign with defeat to Manchester City.
After the game, Conte addressed reports of tension with De Bruyne, who had shown frustration when substituted against Milan. Speaking to Sky Sport, via Corriere dello Sport, Conte explained: “Kevin, compared to the other signings, comes from a different reality. He spent years at City and played at the very highest level.” The victory lifts Napoli to 19th in the league phase standings with three points from two matches, leaving them in a stronger position as they aim to push on in Europe.