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Despite scoring two goals in his first two games for Napoli since returning from AFCON, Osimhen is yet to claim a win with the Partenopei
In an electrifying Serie A encounter at Cagliari, the hosts staged a dramatic comeback to secure a 1-1 draw against Napoli, thanks to a last-gasp goal from Zito Luvumbo. Despite Victor Osimhen's earlier effort that seemed set to earn Napoli all three points, Cagliari's resilience paid off, ensuring a share of the spoils.
Despite Victor Osimhen's earlier effort that seemed set to earn Napoli all three points, Cagliari's resilience paid off, ensuring a share of the spoils.
How it happened
The match at Cagliari began with a cautious first half, where both teams struggled to create significant opportunities. It wasn't until the 65th minute that the deadlock was broken by Napoli's Victor Osimhen, who found the back of the net with a precise header. The goal appeared to set Napoli on course for a much-needed victory as they sought to climb the Serie A standings.
However, Cagliari, battling relegation fears and sitting second from bottom, displayed remarkable tenacity. Their persistence was rewarded in the dying moments of the match when Zito Luvumbo emerged as the hero, scoring deep into added time to snatch a vital point for the home side.
This result marks a challenging start for Napoli's new manager, Francesco Calzona, who has seen his team draw both of his opening fixtures, including a midweek Champions League tie against Barcelona. With Napoli now sitting ninth with 37 points, and Cagliari securing a crucial point to reach 20, both teams will be looking to build on this performance in their upcoming fixtures.
The dramatic finish at Cagliari highlights the unpredictability and competitive nature of Serie A, where every point can prove crucial in the battles at both ends of the table. As Napoli and Cagliari continue their respective campaigns, the resilience and fighting spirit shown by both sides in this encounter will be key to their fortunes in the matches to come.
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