Gli Azzurri Hold Off The Biancocelesti in Heated Clash Featuring Multiple Sendings-Off

Goals before the break from Spinazzola and Rrahmani secured a 2-0 triumph for the visitors at Lazio in a fixture marred by three dismissals.

The win moves Napoli to just one point behind of Italian league leaders AC Milan, who prevailed on Friday. Inter occupy third place but have a chance to go back to the summit with a win in their later fixture.

Control Despite Injury Woes

Hampered by the absence of several injured personnel, Napoli commanded the proceedings with patient attacks. The first goal came when Politano's cross was drilled home by Spinazzola at the back post.

The lead was extended in the first half as Rrahmani powered a glancing header from another Politano free-kick into the net. Napoli came close to a third goal shortly after when Elmas watched his effort crash against the crossbar.

Flashpoints and Dismissals

After the break brought further injury concern for the visitors when a player limped off. The stoppage triggered a brief confrontation, leading to bookings for a Napoli defender and the home side's Noslin—who then was shown a second caution for a foul.

"My compliments to my players, performing with such a high standard of technical ability and physical strength while preventing Lazio play is difficult," stated the winning manager. "Our performance was at a very high level of play."

Tensions boiled over again near the end as players from both sides were embroiled in a fierce confrontation, requiring the coach to intervene. Both individuals were sent off for their part in the clash.

Elsewhere European Action

Over in La Liga, Sevilla suffered a 3-0 defeat at home to lowly the Granotas. The visitors took control with a fine team goal before adding two more strikes in the second half to complete a comprehensive win.

In other news, Real Madrid face major pressure when they play Real Betis, after their rivals extended their advantage at the top. Later on late game, Atlético Madrid make the journey to face La Real.

Turning to Ligue 1, a historic capital derby takes place as Paris FC visit giants Paris Saint-Germain. The fixture marks the first top-flight meeting between the two clubs in decades, adding extra spice to the weekend's action.