Napoli won the Serie A title in a thrilling final match under coach Antonio Conte. It was a historic moment for the club as they battled hard to secure the win and finish the season as champions of Italy.
Napoli Crowned Serie A Champions After Dramatic Final Match
Napoli secured the Serie A title in thrilling fashion on the final day of the season. Playing in front of a packed Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, they beat Como 2-0 to finish top of the league. With Inter Milan also winning their match, Gli Azzurri knew only a victory would be enough to become champions — and they delivered.
A Dream Start with McTominay’s Stunning Goal
Gli Azzurri dominated the early part of the match. The fans created an electric atmosphere, cheering every pass and tackle. The breakthrough came from Scott McTominay, who joined from Manchester United for £25.7 million last summer. He scored with a brilliant acrobatic shot after connecting with a cross from Matteo Politano.
This goal calmed Napoli’s nerves and brought the stadium to life. Flares and fireworks were set off in the stands, filling the sky with smoke as fans celebrated the opener.
Lukaku Seals the Title with a Powerful Finish
Six minutes into the second half, Romelu Lukaku added the second goal. He used his strength and speed to beat two defenders before calmly placing the ball past the goalkeeper. This goal confirmed Napoli’s title win and sent the crowd into wild celebrations.
Lukaku took off his shirt and was shown a yellow card, but it didn’t matter. The Gli Azzurri players, substitutes, and staff ran onto the pitch. The match turned into a celebration as Napoli held on to their 2-0 lead.
Emotional Scenes and Trophy Lift After Final Whistle
The final whistle brought emotional scenes. McTominay was seen in tears as he hugged his teammates. Fans in the stadium and across Naples celebrated with fireworks and chants. Napoli boss Antonio Conte, who was suspended and had to watch from the stands, joined the team on the field for the celebrations. He was lifted into the air by his players.
Conte called the win one of the biggest challenges of his career. “This was the most difficult and unexpected title of my career,” he said. “After finishing 10th last season, we had to rebuild everything. But the players believed, and now we are champions.”
A Historic Achievement for Napoli and Conte
This title is Napoli’s second in three seasons and their fourth overall, after wins in 1986–87, 1989–90, and 2022–23. It also marked a personal milestone for Conte, who became the first coach to win Serie A titles with three different clubs Juventus, Inter Milan, and now Napoli.
McTominay Named Serie A Player of the Season
McTominay had an incredible season, scoring 12 goals and providing four assists. After the final game, he was named Serie A Player of the Season. He and fellow Scotland international Billy Gilmour made history as the first Scottish players to win the league since 1905.
Napoli nearly scored early on through Giacomo Raspadori, but his shot went just wide. Gilmour and Politano also came close, but it was McTominay who finally broke the deadlock. Lukaku’s second goal ensured Napoli ended the season on top.
Inter Turn Focus to Champions League Final
Although Inter Milan also won their match 2-0, it wasn’t enough. Napoli’s win kept them ahead. Inter now shift their attention to the Champions League final on May 31, where they will face Paris Saint-Germain in Munich.
Conclusion
Napoli’s final-day victory was a perfect ending to a memorable season. Under Conte’s leadership, they overcame last year’s disappointment and returned to the top of Italian football. With young stars like McTominay and Gilmour shining, Napoli’s future looks just as bright as their present.