In a thrilling Champions League match, Napoli could not avoid a 3-2 defeat against Real Madrid on the second day of Group C.
The Maradona Stadium witnessed a rollercoaster match that saw Ostigard opening the scoring for Napoli at the 19th minute, only for Vinicius and Bellingham to lead Real Madrid’s comeback.
Zielinski leveled the score at 2-2 with a penalty kick at the 54th minute, but an unfortunate own goal by Meret, deflected off Valverde’s powerful strike at the 78th minute, sealed Real Madrid’s victory.
The Game Unfolds: Napoli displayed early courage but faced a scare when Rodrygo’s powerful shot forced Meret into a crucial save at the sixth minute. The Azzurri aimed to break the deadlock, primarily through set pieces. Surprisingly, it was Ostigard who capitalized on a corner’s aftermath, heading home at the 19th minute.Real Madrid responded swiftly at the 27th minute, with Bellingham capitalizing on a horizontal pass mistake by Di Lorenzo. Vinicius Junior found the net, leveling the score at 1-1.
Seven minutes later, Bellingham’s remarkable coast-to-coast run left Napoli’s defense in shambles, as he netted a stunning goal with his right foot under the crossbar.Osimhen attempted to rally his team with a header just before halftime, but Kepa thwarted his effort.
Napoli Vs Real Madrid: Meret decides the match
In the second half, the azzurri made a comeback at the 54th minute, courtesy of Zielinski’s penalty, which Kepa couldn’t quite reach despite guessing the right direction.Post the 2-2 equalizer, Napoli continually pressed forward with bravery and determination.
Real Madrid found renewed energy with substitutions and struck the decisive blow at the 78th minute. Valverde’s thunderous long-range shot hit the crossbar, ricocheted off Meret’s back, and nestled into the net.
Napoli desperately sought an equalizer in the closing stages, but the match concluded with a 3-2 scoreline. Real Madrid now sits atop Group C with 6 points, while Napoli remains at 3 points.Despite Napoli’s spirited performance, Real Madrid emerged victorious in a thrilling contest filled with twists and turns.
The match showcased the resilience and attacking prowess of both teams, leaving fans eagerly anticipating their next encounters in the Champions League.
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