Serie A: Napoli extend lead at the top

 Empoli 0 - 2 Napoli

Napoli's impressive form carries on

A goal by striker Victor Osimhen and an own goal by Empoli defender Ardian Ismajli earned Napoli a 2-0 away win in Serie A on Saturday. This extended their lead over second-placed Inter Milan to an incredible 18 points.

Empoli 0 - 2 Napoli

The league leaders dominated the clash from kick-off and pushed mid-table Empoli enough to pressure Ismajli into opening the scoring with an own goal in the 17th minute. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia sent a lofted pass from the edge of the box to midfielder Piotr Zielinski who saw Osimhen in front of goal but before his cross could reach the striker, Ismajli put the ball in.

It was then 2-0 around eleven minutes ater. Osimhen tapped in a rebound from close range after Empoli keeper Guglielmo Vicario had parried a strike by Kvaratskhelia right into the Nigerian's path.

Fan reaction

 We managed to speak with one Napoli fan. Diego told us: "Hard to argue against the fact that we have probably been the best team in Europe and I don't think anybody should take us lightly in the Champions League, 24 games, and 21 wins in Serie A, unbelievable job Spalletti has done, they are the real deal."

George commented on the highlights video: "Khvicha Kvaratskhelia was directly involved in both goals and his role in Napoli's win is huge. He will be the winner of the Golden Ball in 2023."

Empoli-Napoli 0-2 | Osimhen seals Napoli’s 8th consecutive win: Goals & Highlights | Serie A 2022/23 - YouTube

Jason is a Manchester United fan but has maintained a strong interest in Italian football since the 1990s. He told us: "Napoli are just amazing to watch. They ae going places!"

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