Napoli are edging closer to securing their first Serie A title in 33 years following their 2-1 victory over Lecce, which has now given them a comfortable 19-point lead over second-placed Lazio
The match saw Napoli take the lead thanks to a header by Giovanni di Lorenzo, but Federico di Francesco managed to equalize for Lecce in the second half.
However, Napoli ultimately secured a crucial victory thanks to an own-goal from Lecce’s defender Antonino Gallo, whose chested ball slipped through the goalkeeper’s hands. This win allowed Napoli to bounce back from their previous 4-0 loss to AC Milan.
Meanwhile, in another Friday match, Romelu Lukaku missed several opportunities as Inter Milan had to settle for a 1-1 draw with Salernitana, who scored an equalizer in the 90th minute.
AC Milan, who were held to a goalless draw by Empoli, currently sit in third place, just one point ahead of their city rivals. Lazio is set to host Juventus, who are currently in seventh place, on Saturday.